Built in 1900, this remarkable historic Sherman property is a blend of timeless craftsmanship, elegant architecture, and modern versatility. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, every space reflects the character and quality that make historic properties so special.
When you arrive, the stately front porch, towering columns, stained glass windows, and gated driveway create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, you'll find rich architectural details, beautiful woodwork, soaring ceilings, and craftsmanship that simply cannot be replicated today.
The home features two spacious primary suites, a fully finished attic offering additional living space, and a basement providing valuable storage rarely found in North Texas. The detached carriage house with a two-car garage adds even more flexibility as a guest house, private office, workshop, studio, or additional storage.
What truly sets this property apart is its unique potential. According to the City of Sherman, the property is currently zoned C-1 (Retail Business District) This creates a rare opportunity for a wide variety of commercial uses, including professional and government offices, medical and dental clinics, health and wellness businesses, barbershops, bakeries, catering services, florists, neighborhood grocery or specialty food stores, massage therapy, laboratories, restaurants, boutiques, retail shops, and many other permitted uses.
Please see TransactionDesk for the GIS map, City of Sherman Use Type Chart, and the City's email confirming the current C-1 zoning designation. Buyers are responsible for independently verifying all zoning information, permitted uses, grandfathered residential status, and any intended use with the City of Sherman.
Whether you're looking for an extraordinary historic home, a signature business location, or a unique investment opportunity, 511 S. Travis Street is truly one of Sherman's architectural treasures.
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For sale
Price cut: $50K (8/3)
$649,000
511 S Travis St, Sherman, TX 75090
4beds
3,422sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.32 Acres Lot
$621,500 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Basement providing valuable storageTwo spacious primary suitesStained glass windowsSoaring ceilingsGated drivewayTowering columnsStately front porch
- 66 days
- 690
- 54
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Spencer McDuffy 0709706,
MKT Realty Co 214-218-9190,
Chelsea McDuffy 0719682 254-459-2724,
MKT Realty Co
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21314267
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Butler's Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Pot Filler, Walk-In Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan
Features
- Built-in Features, Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Loft, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable TV, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Tile
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,422 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Epoxy Flooring, Electric Gate, Enclosed, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Guest, Gated, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Balcony, Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony, Courtyard, Lighting, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,High Fence,Wood,Wrought Iron
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot, Landscaped, Level, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Guest House, Workshop
- Parcel number: 163301
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Separate Meters, Water Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Samuel Blagg Surv Abs #56
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sherman
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $838,222
- Annual tax amount: $13,509
- Date on market: 6/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$621,500
$590,000 - $653,000
$3,369/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $649,000-7.2%$190/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000-8%$204/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listing removed | $760,000$222/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $760,000-7.3%$222/sqft |
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| 5/25/2025 | Price change | $820,000-2.8%$240/sqft |
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| 11/23/2024 | Price change | $844,000-0.6%$247/sqft |
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| 9/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $849,000$248/sqft |
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| 7/14/2024 | Pending sale | $849,000$248/sqft |
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| 7/6/2024 | Contingent | $849,000$248/sqft |
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| 6/28/2024 | Price change | $849,000-4.5%$248/sqft |
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| 6/4/2024 | Price change | $889,000-1.1%$260/sqft |
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| 5/10/2024 | Price change | $899,000-5.3%$263/sqft |
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| 4/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,000+279.6%$277/sqft |
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| 1/18/2023 | Sold | -- |
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| 12/6/2022 | Pending sale | $250,000$73/sqft |
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| 11/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $250,000$73/sqft |
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| 11/28/2022 | Contingent | $250,000$73/sqft |
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| 11/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $250,000$73/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,509 +20% | $615,929 +20% |
| 2024 | $11,258 +175.3% | $513,274 +175.5% |
| 2023 | $4,090 | $186,276 -30.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $267,292 +23.1% |
| 2021 | $4,215 | $217,217 +29.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $168,171 +6.6% |
| 2019 | $4,142 -0.7% | $157,830 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $4,172 +51.7% | $149,284 -10.2% |
| 2017 | $2,751 | $166,302 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $2,751 -3.5% | $167,778 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $2,851 | $163,876 +11.2% |
| 2014 | $2,851 | $147,423 |
| 2013 | -- | $147,423 |
| 2012 | -- | $147,423 -4.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $154,957 -4.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $162,499 -0.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $163,196 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $158,374 |
| 2007 | -- | $158,374 +14.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $138,777 +7.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $128,839 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $117,126 |
| 2002 | -- | $117,126 -5.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $124,488 -24.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $165,443 |
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Neighborhood: 75090
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- Middle: Piner
- High: Sherman
- District: Sherman ISD
Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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