Live in the Fredericksburg Hill Country and let the guest house help pay for it. Set on a generous 0.44-acre lot just minutes from downtown, 408 W College Street offers something rare in the Hill Country: a main home paired with a separate guest house that's eligible for short-term rental use by right. That means you can live here full-time while legally operating the guest house as an STR. The main house is a charming 1935 cottage offering approximately 1,686 square feet of easy, single-level living with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Its standout feature is a spacious sunroom bright and inviting, with views over the expansive, mature, tree-shaded backyard. The garden and grounds feel like the countryside, yet Main Street's restaurants, boutiques, and wine-tasting rooms are just a brisk walk away. Behind the main house sits a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house complete with a sauna, set up to generate income from day one. Fredericksburg's STR market is among the strongest in Texas, and a well-appointed guest cottage in this location offers strong earning potential. Rounding out the property is a 640-square-foot, two-story barn/workshop equipped with a wood stove, air conditioning, and electrical ready for its final finishing touches. It's a blank canvas ideal for a studio, art space, home office, or creative retreat. A 3,000-gallon rainwater collection system supports the landscaping. Whether you're relocating to the Hill Country, seeking a weekend base with income potential, or simply want a home that works harder for you, 408 W College Street delivers on every front.
| MLS # | 104146 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1935 |
| Days On Site | 150 |
| Listing Provided By | Portfolio Real Estate - KW | Anna Wynne-Smith |
| Bed(s) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,686 |
| Car Port | Yes |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | R-1 |
| Acreage | 0.44 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property | 1458 |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Gillespie |
| City | Fredericksburg |
| Zip Code | 78624 |
| Area | County Northwest |
| Community Name | Itz Addition |
| School District | Fredericksburg |
| Elementary School | Fredericksburg |
| High School | Fredericksburg |
| Listing VS Median (in Itz Addition) | |
Price: $649,000 low | high Med: $556,500 sqft: 1,686 low | high Med: 1,671 $ / sqft: $385 low | high Med: $333 On site: 150 low | high Med: 158.5 | |
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Gillespie |
| City | Fredericksburg |
| Zip Code | 78624 |
| Area | County Northwest |
| Community Name | Itz Addition |
| School District | Fredericksburg |
| Elementary School | Fredericksburg |
| High School | Fredericksburg |
| Listing VS Median (in Itz Addition) | |
Price: $649,000 low | high Med: $556,500 sqft: 1,686 low | high Med: 1,671 $ / sqft: $385 low | high Med: $333 On site: 150 low | high Med: 158.5 | |