Rare George Willis Estate: Historic Charm & Modern Utility, protege to Frank Lloyd Wright on .26 acres in the heart of downtown Seguin. There is unique architectural character with modern flair, ideal for residential use, short-term rental, boutique lodging, or mixed-use business (buyer to verify permitted use, as it is zoned Neighborhood Commercial). Each floor offers at least 2000 sq ft, preserved hardwood floors, restored stucco walls, and custom Shou Sugi Ban built in shelving & bathroom vanities with porcelain sinks, with renovations, including full electrical, plumbing, and HVAC upgrades, high efficiency windows with remote-controlled blackout shades. 1st Floor is renovated with a Chef-style modern kitchen that was fully rebuilt with new cabinetry, concrete countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a microwave drawer, which features the Original 1920s glass block that was preserved in both kitchens, alongside the kitchen is a full bathroom and dining area with several windows overlooking a landscaped private yard. Downstairs has an inviting primary suite with a full bath featuring a soaking tub, concrete & tile shower. Relax in the living space embraces a restored fireplace and oversized picture windows. Additional spaces include a Portico converted to office space with split-unit HVAC, a large Basement, a library with bay windows, a transition room with built-in storage, and an infrared dry sauna. 2nd Floor living space thoughtfully rebuilt offering modern comfort (Private entrance is available). Includes 4 bedrooms, central gathering room, and kitchen. Two full bathrooms with soaking tub, walk-in showers, custom cabinets. Original doors restored with glass knobs and hardware; Schlage locking system. Additional improvements include a standing seam metal roof, new gutters and soffits, Shou Sugi Ban Private fencing, a Restored 1800s garage w/remote doors, Landscaping, Rachio smart watering irrigation system(front area). Seller had to relocate
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Price cut: $50K (5/18)
$899,000
503 S Austin St, Seguin, TX 78155
5beds
4,003sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large basementPreserved hardwood floorsRestored stucco wallsInfrared dry saunaCentral gathering roomSchlage locking systemStanding seam metal roof
- 158 days |
- 249 |
- 14 |
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Listed by:
Cara Deharde (830)393-0000,
South Texas Realty, LLC
Source: Central Texas MLS,MLS#: 602911
Originating MLS: Four Rivers Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x17
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12x15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 18x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13x16
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15x13
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x16
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14x25
Office
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 17x12
Heating
- Electric, Multiple Heating Units
Cooling
- Electric, 2 Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Multiple Water Heaters, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Home Office, Split Bedrooms, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Window Treatments, Breakfast Bar, Custom Cabinets, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished
- Attic: Storage Only
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,003 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Covered Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 27867
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Basement, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available, Trash Collection Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Inner
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Seguin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $402,645
- Annual tax amount: $4,910
- Date on market: 1/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 159 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $899,000-5.3%$225/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $949,000-4%$237/sqft |
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| 1/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $989,000+0.9%$247/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/30/2025 | Price change | $980,000-18.3%$245/sqft |
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| 11/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+330.2%$300/sqft |
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| 2/6/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/23/2020 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 1/9/2020 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 1/8/2020 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 4/5/2019 | Price change | $278,956$70/sqft |
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| 3/21/2019 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 3/20/2019 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 1/10/2019 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 1/9/2019 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 12/13/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 12/12/2018 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 12/6/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 12/5/2018 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 10/25/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 10/24/2018 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 10/18/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 10/17/2018 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 9/21/2018 | Sold | -- |
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| 8/18/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 6/6/2018 | Listing removed | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,910 -16.6% | $402,645 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $5,885 +3% | $376,593 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $5,712 -26.4% | $350,706 -10.4% |
| 2022 | $7,761 +9% | $391,267 +15.7% |
| 2021 | $7,120 +8.3% | $338,286 +17.7% |
| 2020 | $6,575 | $287,367 +7.4% |
| 2019 | -- | $267,536 -9.8% |
| 2018 | $6,578 +10.7% | $296,749 +10% |
| 2017 | $5,940 +7.5% | $269,772 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $5,527 +4.8% | $251,578 +8.6% |
| 2015 | $5,275 | $231,664 -5.8% |
| 2014 | $5,275 | $245,954 -1.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $250,315 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $246,247 +0.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $245,220 +15.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $211,732 +4.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $202,794 |
| 2008 | -- | $202,794 +9.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $185,323 +5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $174,939 +3.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $168,979 +2.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $165,002 +25.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $131,235 |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78155
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Jefferson Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Jim Barnes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Seguin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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- District: Seguin ISD
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- Texas
- Guadalupe County
- Seguin
- 78155
- 503 S Austin St






