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3401 US Highway 290 E, Brenham, TXVideo Tour of 3401 US Highway 290 E, Brenham, TX.
Positioned along the high-growth U.S. Highway 290 between Houston & Austin, The Citadel is a rare 48-acre legacy offering overlooking Brenham from one of its highest elevations. Built in 1924 by renowned architect Alfred C. Finn, this 7,270+ sqft structure was originally Brenham's first country club, once featuring a 9-hole golf course & pool. Constructed with 8" concrete walls & steel I-beams, it offers exceptional durability & historic character. Recent upgrades include new roofs on both the main structure & guest house/office. With direct highway frontage & strong regional growth, this property presents outstanding potential for a private estate, event venue, hospitality concept, or long-term investment hold. A rare opportunity to own a true piece of Texas history with limitless upside.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3401 US Hwy 290 E
General
- Price: $3,750,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Farm Single-Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 46691317
- Updated: 4/25/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Ice Maker, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Detached Carport, Electric Gate, RV Access/Parking
Location
- Area: 58
- County: Washington
- Subdivision: Private
- Driving Directions: From Houston-55 Miles Approx 1 Hr: I-610 N exit US-290 W towards Austin, Citadel Property on the right From Austin-90 Miles Approx 1 1/2 Hrs: I-35 N, exit US-290 E towards Houston, Turn Left at US-290 E crossover to Citadel Property.
School Information
- Elem School District: 137 - Brenham
- Midd School District: 137 - Brenham
- High School District: 137 - Brenham
- Elementary School: BISD DRAW
- Middle School: BRENHAM JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
- High School: BRENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Construction: Other, Wood Siding
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 7,980
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 7,980 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1923
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 48
- Frontage: Highway, Asphalt
- Topography: Rolling
- Lot Features: Other, Hardwood Trees, Pasture, Rolling Slope
- Potential Use: Agricultural, Ranch
- Trees/Vegetation: Partially Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Horse Property
- Horse Facility Desc.: Horses Allowed
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Estate, None
- Multiple Parcels: Yes
- Legal Description: Lee, Isaac, TRACT 61, ACRES 20.342,
- Legal Disclosures: Easement(s), None
- APN: R16720
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston (832) 899-4788, Tonya Currie (281) 507-4808
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Schools
Schools serving 3401 US Hwy 290 E
School District:Brenham Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Krause Elementary School 2201 East Stone Street, Brenham, TX 77833 | PK-4 | 1.4 mi |
Alton Elementary School, Brenham, TX 1210 South Market Street, Brenham, TX 77833 | PK-4 | 2.4 mi |
Brenham Elementary School 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, TX 77833 | PK-4 | 3.2 mi |
Brenham J High School 1200 Carlee Street, Brenham, TX 77833 | 7-8 | 1.8 mi |
Brenham High School 525 A H Ehrig Drive, Brenham, TX 77833 | 9-12 | 3.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 3401 US Hwy 290 E
Date
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Price
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Source
4/25/2026
Listed
$3,750,000
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MLS
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