For sale

$795,000

405 College Ave, Brenham, TX 77833

4beds

3,359sqft

$5,602/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1920

0.49 Acres Lot

$753,300 Zestimate^®

$237/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Historic lightingHalf-acre lotOriginal craftsman woodworkRv parkingGarden shedTwo-car garageFormal dining room

A Treasured Piece of Brenham History: Known locally as the Schlenker House, this remarkable historic brick home was built in 1920, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of Brenham’s architectural treasures. Remarkably preserved and thoughtfully cared for, the home showcases original Craftsman woodwork, stained glass windows, historic lighting, chandeliers and sconces, custom mirrors, and a grand front porch with a copper-coated pressed ceiling. The home features a formal dining room, updated kitchen, sunroom, primary suite, additional bedrooms and more on the main floor plus upstairs bedroom/game room, full bath and Juliet porch. Other standout features include a basement, three-zone HVAC and generator, two-car garage, RV parking, workshop and garden shed. Set on a half-acre lot with mature trees and lush landscaping complete the setting for this extraordinary piece of local history in walking distance to Blinn College and Downtown Brenham.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 240
Dimensions: 20 x 12

Bedroom

Level: First
Area: 225
Dimensions: 15 x 15

Bedroom

Level: First
Area: 208
Dimensions: 16 x 13

Bedroom

Level: First
Area: 256
Dimensions: 16 x 16

Basement

Level: Other
Area: 414
Dimensions: 23 x 18

Other

Level: First
Area: 160
Dimensions: 16 x 10

Other

Level: Second
Area: 150
Dimensions: 15 x 10

Other

Level: First
Area: 63
Dimensions: 9 x 7

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 272
Dimensions: 17 x 16

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 285
Dimensions: 19 x 15

Living room

Level: First
Area: 315
Dimensions: 21 x 15

Sunroom

Level: First
Area: 90
Dimensions: 10 x 9

Heating

Electric, Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher

Features

2 Staircases, Balcony, Crown Molding, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Windows: Window Coverings
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,359
Total interior livable area: 3,359 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Oversized, Additional Parking, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage, Detached Carport
Garage spaces: 2
Carport spaces: 1
Covered spaces: 3

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Patio/Deck
Exterior features: Back Green Space, Side Yard, Sprinkler System

Lot

Size: 0.49 Acres
Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 1/4 Up to 1/2 Acre

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Parcel number: R23449

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Keys 1st

Location

Region: Brenham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $237/sqft
Tax assessed value: $679,940
Annual tax amount: $4,564
Date on market: 10/1/2026
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$753,300

$716,000 - $791,000

$2,847/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/1/2026	Listed for sale	$795,000+106.5%$237/sqft
Source: BCSMLS #26011749 Report a problem
2/1/2015	Listing removed	$385,000$115/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Properties #43299455 Report a problem
10/4/2014	Price change	$385,000-1%$115/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Properties Unlimited #84390 Report a problem
5/29/2014	Listed for sale	$389,000+5.1%$116/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Properties Unlimited #84390 Report a problem
4/1/2011	Listing removed	$370,000$110/sqft
Source: Town & Country and Mort #83318453 Report a problem
1/22/2011	Price change	$370,000-7.3%$110/sqft
Source: Town & Country and Mort #83318453 Report a problem
9/2/2010	Price change	$399,000-3.6%$119/sqft
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6/25/2010	Price change	$414,000-2.4%$123/sqft
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5/15/2010	Listed for sale	$424,000$126/sqft
Source: Town & Country and Mort #83318453 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$679,940 +8.6%
2025	$4,646 -13.6%	$626,342 +10%
2024	$5,376 -0.9%	$569,402 +10%
2023	$5,425 -26.1%	$517,638 +10%
2022	$7,343 -1%	$470,580 +10%
2021	$7,421	$427,800 +8.5%
2020	$7,421 -0.5%	$394,390 0%
2019	$7,459	$394,550 +10.1%
2017	--	$358,370 +2.4%
2016	--	$350,020 -5.5%
2015	--	$370,220 +8.7%
2014	--	$340,610 0%
2013	--	$340,760 +6%
2012	--	$321,490 +6.1%
2011	--	$303,140 0%
2010	--	$303,190 +7.1%
2009	--	$283,050 -0.1%
2008	--	$283,340 +4.6%
2007	--	$270,910