Property Attributes
- MLS#51890115
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRobertson
- CityWheelock
- Area72
- NeighborhoodN/A
- Zip77859
- Style
- Year Built1854
- Taxes$ 7324
- Price$ 599,000
- Bedrooms6
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage4996
- Lot Size5.76 Acres
Data Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)
Property Description
Own a rare piece of Texas history. The Cavitt House, a Texas Historic Landmark on 5.7 acres, was built 1845–1854. This 5,700 sq ft, 3-story, 11-room Texana-style mansion features hand-carved cypress and pine, hand-blown glass windows, and six fireplaces crafted from pink brick and ironstone. The property includes a southwestern style modern guesthouse, two barns that can be used for storage, workshop or garage. Some recent improvements include a renovated kitchen, two updated bathrooms, spray foam insulation, new central A/C upstairs, new plumbing. Towering heritage trees surround the home, adding beauty, shade, and a sense of legacy. Architectural drawings by Texas A&M students are archived in the Library of Congress. A one-of-a kind opportunity to live, host, or invest in a landmark that helped shape early Texas.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| REYNOLDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FRANKLIN) Elementary School | FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle School | FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL (FRANKLIN) High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/7/2025 | Listed $738,000 |
| 7/10/2026 | 19$599,000 |
General Features
| Country | US |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Central,Electric,Other |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Roof | Metal |
| Architectural Style | Other,Historic/Antique |
| Construction Materials | Log,Other,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1854 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| County | Robertson |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | N/A |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | OSR East from Hwy 6 to FM 46, go North to FM 391, then go left on FM 391, go 1/4 of a mile and property is on the right. 20 minutes to Bryan, TX |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-07-10T16:43:38.367-00:00 |
| High School | FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL (FRANKLIN) |
| City | Wheelock |
| Disclosures | Seller Disclosure |
| High School District | 202 - Franklin |
| MLS Area | 72 |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Elementary School | REYNOLDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FRANKLIN) |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7324 |
| Middle/Junior High School | FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 202 - Franklin |
| Elementary School District | 202 - Franklin |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| PostalCity | Wheelock |
| Legal Description | AB 53 ELR WHEELOCK QD#18 1321/31 5.76 ACRES |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Double Vanity,Bath in Primary Bedroom |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 6 |
| Room Type | Guest Quarters,Living Room,Office,Half Bath |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Detached,Garage |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Cleared,Wooded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 250906 |
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Building Area Total | 4996 |
| Lot Size Acres | 5.76 |
| Lot Size Source | Appraiser |
| Private Pool | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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