343 Railroad Ave, Taft, TX, 78390
About This Home
Own a Piece of Taft History with Room to Make It Yours! Looking for something with personality? This Historic Charm 4-bedroom, 3-bath, two-story beauty is bursting with character and waiting for someone with vision to bring it back to life! Or create a new chapter whether you dream of bringing back the Bed & Breakfast magic, starting your own business, or creating a cozy home with character. The ideas are endless! Inside, you’ll find a formal dining room, breakfast nook, cozy den, oversized primary suite, and a large laundry room perfect for guest accommodations or entertaining. Cooling is provided by window units, and while it needs some updates, the structure and layout make it an ideal canvas for hospitality or creative redevelopment. Sitting proudly on a spacious corner lot (9,496 sq. ft.), this home was once a bed and breakfast for the local railroad station and it still carries that old school charm you just can’t build today, this property offers more than just a home it offers opportunity. With ample land and prime corner location, there’s exciting potential to rezone for commercial use, making this an ideal spot for a small business, office, or redevelopment. Corner lot. Commercial potential. Whether you want to bring the house back to life or start something new this property is full of promise. Just minutes from major companies like Exxon, Cheniere, Steel Dynamics, and the surrounding agricultural hubs, this is a perfect spot for someone who wants to be close to work but still enjoy the peace and hometown pride of Taft. Rare history. Real character. Ready for your touch. Let’s make it yours!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Other
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Range
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- None,Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Laminate
- Fireplace features: Other
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Window Unit
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,096
- Total interior livable area: 3,096 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 46113
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Exterior features: Other
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Other
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt,Gravel
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Tornado
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $758 | $9,096 |
| Home Insurance * | $209 | $2,508 |
| Property Taxes | $61 | $732 |
| Electricity | $339 | $4,079 |
| Total | $1,367 | $16,404 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-26 | Price change | $150,000 |
| 2026-01-01 | Listed for sale | $165,000 |
| 2026-01-01 | Listing removed | $165,000 |
| 2025-07-24 | Listed for sale | $165,000 |
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