Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/28/2026
Listed
$569,000
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MLS
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Property Description
The Kennedy-Pierce Mansion is one of Taylor's most iconic early-20th-century estates, a 1914 architectural showpiece offering historic grandeur and exceptional commercial potential. Built during Taylor's cotton-era boom, the home was commissioned by Matthew Rankin Kennedy II and designed by noted architect Roy Leonidas Thomas, blending Neoclassical elegance with American Craftsman detail. The mansion features a full architectural basement, towering columns, original millwork, grand rooms, tall ceilings, and expansive windows that highlight the craftsmanship of the 1910s. Its generous scale and layout make it ideal for reception areas, offices, studios, meeting rooms, or boutique hospitality concepts. The half-acre corner lot offers ample space for parking, and outdoor gathering areas, and it sits directly across the street from the growing Temple College, perfect for visibility, foot traffic, and long-term commercial demand. Originally a private residence and now zoned commercial, the property transitions naturally into a wide range of uses. Whether envisioned as professional offices, a creative studio hub, a wellness or hospitality venue, or a landmark event space, the mansion presents a rare opportunity for a visionary buyer to create one of Taylor's most memorable destinations. The home later became known as the Kennedy-Pierce Mansion, reflecting its long association with the Pierce family, one of Taylor's most community-rooted names. Phillip Pierce, the first official Taylor Duck mascot, and his brother Sidney Pierce, the first Williamson County serviceman killed at Pearl Harbor, represent the deep civic legacy tied to this property. Just steps from Taylor's revitalizing downtown and minutes from the expanding industrial corridor, the mansion's historic presence, unmatched character, and prime location make it a standout opportunity. This home is the heartbeat of Taylor, ready for its next steward to bring this "old lady's" heart back to life.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 117 E 6th St
General
- Price: $569,000
- Taxes: $16,640 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 5912350
- Updated: 3/19/2026
- Added to Site: 32 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, Tray Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, See Remarks, Study, Natural Woodwork
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Great Room
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: See Remarks
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: See Remarks
- Security/Safety: 24 Hour Security
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, See Remarks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch, Balcony
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Covered, Guest, Outside, Private
Location
- Area: TCT
- County: Williamson
- Subdivision: T542 - H3-H5
- Driving Directions: US HWY 79 N to Taylor left at Main St light, Right on 6th St, house is on left
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elem School District: Taylor ISD
- Midd School District: Taylor ISD
- High School District: Taylor ISD
- Elementary School: Main Street Int
- Middle School: Taylor
- High School: Taylor
Utilities
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: See Remarks
- Roof: Spanish Tile
- Windows: See Remarks
- Square Feet: 5,436
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 5,436 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1914
- Year Built Source: See Remarks
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Outbuilding, See Remarks
Lot Features
- Property View: City Lights, Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.51
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 22,215.6
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Trees Large Size
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $569,041
- Tax Amount: $16,640
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Committed Funds, 1031 Exchange, Lender Approval, SBA Type Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: In Foreclosure, Real Estate Owned
- Documents Avail.: Aerial, Legal Documents, Survey
- Legal Description: TAYLOR CITY OF, BLOCK 34, LOT 1-2, ACRES .51
- Disclosures/Reports: Lead Based Paint Disclosure, Municipal Utility District Disclosure, Other, Special Addendum
- Bank-owned: Yes
- Property ID: R015108
- Block: 34
- Lot Number: 1-2
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Schools
Schools serving 117 E 6th St
School District:Taylor Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Th Johnson Elementary School 3100 Duck Lane, Taylor, TX 76574 | PK-K | 1.5 mi |
Naomi Pasemann Elementary School 2809 North Drive, Taylor, TX 76574 | 1-3 | 1.6 mi |
Taylor Middle School 304 Carlos G Parker Boulevard Northwest, Taylor, TX 76574 | 6-8 | 2.3 mi |
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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 117 E 6th St
Tax History
Tax History for 117 E 6th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$11,995
-16%
$540,177
-5%
2023
$14,218
—
$569,041
-15%
2023
$14,218
-24%
$669,894
28%
2022
$18,713
40%
$523,168
—
2021
$13,382
1%
$523,168
6%
2020
$13,233
-2%
$491,706
6%
2020
$13,553
15%
$461,945
10%
2018
$11,816
3%
$419,450
4%
2017
$11,443
3%
$403,697
3%
2016
$11,132
5%
$390,545
1%
2015
$10,613
60%
$386,557
17%
2013
$6,646
—
$331,689
37%
2013
$6,646
—
$241,409
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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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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
Listed by Caroline Williams (512) 786-2575
117 E 6th Street, Taylor, TX 76574 (MLS# 5912350) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 117 E 6th Street is currently listed for $569,000 and was received on February 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 117 E 6th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Taylor? You can browse all Taylor real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.