




913 Houston, Castroville, TX, 78009
About This Home
Corner Lot Near Medina River & Lions Park with Room to Expand -- Situated on a generous .32-acre corner lot in one of Castroville's established neighborhoods, 913 Houston St offers a unique opportunity to own property with both immediate comfort and future potential. This freshly painted 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home provides a clean and welcoming starting point for its next owner. The oversized lot is the true highlight, offering plenty of space for future additions, expanded living areas, additional bedrooms, or outdoor entertaining. The corner location provides convenient two-way access and added flexibility for parking, outdoor use, or future improvements. Adding to the home's appeal, the property is located directly across from Castroville Elementary School and Lions Park, where you'll find a children's splash pad, soccer fields, baseball fields, and open green space for recreation. The scenic Medina River is just four blocks away, offering easy access to one of Castroville's most cherished natural landmarks. Properties with this much space within Castroville city limits are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're searching for a starter home, downsizing opportunity, investment property, or a place to expand over time, this property offers flexibility that many homes simply can't match. Located just minutes from historic downtown Castroville and the charming Mexico Street area, the home enjoys the small-town character and accessibility that make this community so desirable. A rare opportunity to secure space, location, and potential all in one property.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Pre-Owned
- Year built: 1952
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Asbestos
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Connection
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Area: 88
Features
- One Living Area,Eat-in Kitchen,All Bedrooms Downstairs,Master Downstairs,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Window features: Window Coverings
- Flooring: Linoleum
- Fireplace features: Not Applicable
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Window Unit,Electric
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Two Window/Wall
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 540 sqft
Kitchen
- Area: 120
Living Room
- Area: 136
Master Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Area: 99
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R13834
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.32 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: None
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
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Wildfire
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 | $733 | $8,796 |
| Home Insurance * | $66 | $792 |
| Property Taxes | $148 | $1,776 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $1,185 | $14,220 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Price change | $144,999 |
| 2026-03-18 | Price change | $149,999 |
| 2026-03-14 | Listed for sale | $159,499 |
