**Location, character, and opportunity in the heart of San Marcos!** Tucked away on a quiet, established street just a short walk from downtown, 823 Midway offers a rare opportunity to own a quarter-acre property in one of San Marcos' charming older residential areas. Built in 1905, this 966-square-foot home is filled with reminders of its past, including original wood flooring, shiplap walls, vintage architectural details, and an inviting covered front porch. Mature trees and natural limestone accents add to the property's character, creating a peaceful setting just minutes from the restaurants, shops, entertainment, and conveniences of downtown San Marcos. For those with vision, the possibilities are exciting! Restore and reimagine this century-old home, preserving its historic charm, or explore the potential for new construction on the generously sized approximately 0.26-acre lot. The home is in need of extensive repairs and renovations and is being offered strictly AS IS, with CASH OFFERS ONLY. Whether you're an investor, renovation enthusiast, or buyer looking for a property where location is the true highlight, 823 Midway offers a unique opportunity to create something special in an established San Marcos neighborhood. Any demolition, redevelopment, or new construction is subject to applicable City of San Marcos requirements and approvals.
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$149,999
823 Midway St, San Marcos, TX 78666
2beds
966sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$155/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quarter-acre propertyOriginal wood flooringMature treesInviting covered front porchVintage architectural detailsNatural limestone accentsShiplap walls
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sandra Nichols 512.387.7174,
Century 21 Randall Morris & As
Source: Central Texas MLS,MLS#: 628258
Originating MLS: Four Rivers Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Window Unit
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Water Heater, Some Electric Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry in Utility Room, Laundry Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Ceiling Fan(s), Tub Shower, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Linoleum, Wood
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 966 sqft
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Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial,Wood,Wire
- View description: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: R29705
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Trash Collection Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Harle & Hofheiz
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Marcos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $155/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $104,460
- Annual tax amount: $2,159
- Date on market: 10/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,999$155/sqft |
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| 10/29/2026 | Contingent | $149,999$155/sqft |
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| 10/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,999$155/sqft |
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| 3/26/1999 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,159 +4.2% | $104,460 -0.7% |
| 2024 | $2,071 +1.4% | $105,220 -2% |
| 2023 | $2,043 +23.4% | $107,390 +32.9% |
| 2022 | $1,656 -3.5% | $80,790 +1.7% |
| 2021 | $1,716 +3.2% | $79,420 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $1,662 +17.2% | $75,420 +25% |
| 2019 | $1,418 +75.2% | $60,320 +83.4% |
| 2018 | $810 +9.5% | $32,890 -20.5% |
| 2017 | $740 +2.1% | $41,380 +37.3% |
| 2016 | $725 +10.4% | $30,140 +3.9% |
| 2015 | $656 | $29,010 +6.7% |
| 2014 | $656 | $27,190 +1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $26,700 -3.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $27,640 |
| 2011 | -- | $27,640 |
| 2010 | -- | $27,640 -0.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $27,900 +1.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $27,370 +3.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $26,450 +1.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $26,010 -10.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $29,030 +1.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $28,700 -3.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $29,620 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $28,190 |
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Neighborhood: Heritage
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: San Marcos Cisd
Source: Central Texas MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







