Beautiful home built in 1858 on 1.2 acres in Historic Downtown Wharton, Texas
Nicely landscaped to accent the warm welcoming of the entrance and wraparound porch.
Side entrance with driveway to back entrance.
Property is framed by old majestic trees.
View from front street.
Another side driveway with one car garage and storage.
Wraparound porch with ample seating to enjoy and entertain.
Enter from the front porch to large formal living room with high ceilings, hardwood flooring and large windows.
Formal living room looking towards front entrance and separate den.
Elegant den located off the front entry with high ceilings, hardwood floors and large windows to the wraparound porch.
Grand dining room is located between the formal living and kitchen with butler's pantry off the dining room.
Working country kitchen with island, farm sink, built-ins and stainless appliances.
Second kitchen sink with room for prep and working space.
Renovated kitchen features 2 full gas ovens and ranges with large vent-a-hood. Granite counter tops with built-ins.
Hall to family room with built-in shelving.
Family room with door to one of the back entries, high ceilings, hardwood floors and built-in shelving.
Family room looking towards the staircase and built-in shelving.
One of the two bedrooms on 1st floor with floor to ceiling windows and access to full bathroom.
One of three full bathrooms on 1st floor.
Second of the two bedrooms on 1st floor with door to wraparound porch and access to full bathroom.
Second of the three full bathrooms located on the 1st floor.
Third of the 3 bathrooms on 1st floor, offering a vanity and shower.
One of the two bedrooms on the 2nd floor with access to full bathroom.
Second of the 3 bedrooms of the 2nd floor with access to full bathroom.
Third of the 3 bedrooms located on the second floor with access to a full bathroom.
One of 2 full baths on the second floor with vanity and shower.
2nd of the 2 full bathrooms on 2nd floor with vanity and shower.
Guest house (approx 1152 sq ft) with quaint front porch located on the garage side of the property.
View of back of the main house with 3 separate entries and small covered porch.
View from backyard towards the back of main and guest house.
Aerial of the property on approx 1.2 acres with main and guest house.
Outline of the approx boundary line of the property.
Description
Grand Estate located in historic downtown Wharton, Texas. Per the owner, the property was originally built by William J Philips in 1858. 1907 the Harrison Family purchased the property and has remained in the family representing a "living piece of history". This Grand Estate sits on approximately 1.228- acres and consists of a Main Residence (approx 3844 sq ft) and Guest Residence (approx 1152 sq ft). The Main Residence features original detailed craftsmanship through-out, including the architectural designed fireplaces of the period, original windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors and a front gallery wrap-around porch to enjoy and entertain. Meticulously maintained and improved throughout the years, this property provides the stately feel of authenticity and elegance of the era. Downtown Wharton offers a historic courthouse square with shopping, restaurants, and live theatre at the Plaza. Small town quaintness, 1 hour drive Southwest of Houston.
Details
| MLS # | 4181018 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1858 |
| Days On Site | 97 |
| Listing Provided By | Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty | Sarah Hudgins |
Features
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 5 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,844 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 1.23 |
Exterior
| Lot Features | Corner Lot, Side Yard |
|---|
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached, Garage |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 11697 |
|---|
Location
| Community Features | Community Pool |
|---|
Area Information
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Wharton |
| City | Wharton |
| Zip Code | 77488 |
| Area | 55 |
| Community Name | Wharton |
| Listing VS Median (in Wharton) | |
Price: $850,000 low | high Med: $264,950 sqft: 3,844 low | high Med: 2,690 $ / sqft: $221 low | high Med: $99 On site: 97 low | high Med: 94 | |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Wharton |
| City | Wharton |
| Zip Code | 77488 |
| Area | 55 |
| Community Name | Wharton |
| Listing VS Median (in Wharton) | |
Price: $850,000 low | high Med: $264,950 sqft: 3,844 low | high Med: 2,690 $ / sqft: $221 low | high Med: $99 On site: 97 low | high Med: 94 | |
Listing Updated: June 24, 2026 at 9:05:04 PM PDT
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