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Property Description
Downtown New Braunfels fixer-upper with charm, character, and plenty of potential! This cozy cottage offers a unique opportunity for an investor, renovator, or buyer ready to bring new life to an older home in a highly desirable location. ZONED R3. Wrap wround front porch is perfect for your morning coffee and watching the deer. Inside, you'll find original character throughout, including vintage details, an inviting living area, and a quaint kitchen with space for a small breakfast or dining area. The flexible floor plan offers plenty of possibilities to reimagine the home while preserving its cottage feel. Located near the heart of downtown New Braunfels, this property puts shopping, dining, entertainment, festivals, and all the fun within easy reach. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, investment opportunity, or a charming home to make your own, this property has the location and potential to become something special.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 493 W Jahn St
General
- Price: $289,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Central_Texas_MLS
- MLS ID: 622868
- Updated: 8/18/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Unpaved
Location
- County: Comal
- Subdivision: Schneider Add
- Driving Directions: From IH35, exit S. Seguin towards downtown NB. Turn Left on Jahn. House is on left at corner of Magazine St.
School Information
- Elem School District: New Braunfels ISD
- Midd School District: New Braunfels ISD
- High School District: New Braunfels ISD
- Elementary School: Carl Schurz Elementary
- Middle School: Oak Run Middle School
- High School: New Braunfels High School
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Trash Collection Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 572
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 572 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Fixer, Resale
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1609
- Lot Dimensions: 109 x 61
- Frontage: City Street
- Zoning: R3
- Fencing (Description): Perimeter
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Disclosure(s), Seller's Property Disclosure, Survey
- Legal Description: SCHNEIDER ADDITION, NEW CITY BLOCK 4068, LOT 1-W PT
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Owner Is Listing Agent
- Property ID: 2205
- Block: 4068
- Lot Number: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 493 W Jahn St
School District:New Braunfels Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Carl Schurz Elementary School 633 West Coll Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Oakrun Middle School 415 Timber Hollow, New Braunfels, TX 78132 | 6-8 | 3.7 mi |
New Braunfels High School Ninth Grade Cent 4150 Klein Meadows, New Braunfels, TX 78130 | 9- | 3.9 mi |
New Braunfels High School 2551 Loop 337 N, New Braunfels, TX 78130 | 10-12 | 2.4 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 493 W Jahn St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/17/2026
Listed
$289,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 493 W Jahn St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,085
100%
$180,430
—
2023
100%
$180,330
-1%
2023
-100%
$182,900
19%
2022
$2,916
37%
$153,940
47%
2021
$2,121
—
$104,640
2%
2020
$2,128
6%
$103,060
13%
2018
$2,013
17%
$91,000
15%
2017
$1,727
-17%
$79,043
-18%
2019
$2,087
35%
$96,520
36%
2016
$1,542
8%
$70,740
8%
2015
$1,423
1%
$65,290
1%
2014
$1,404
5%
$64,410
6%
2013
$1,331
—
$60,860
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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493 W Jahn Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 (MLS# 622868) is a Single Family property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 493 W Jahn Street is currently listed for $289,000 and was received on August 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 493 W Jahn Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Braunfels? You can browse all New Braunfels real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

