




503 S Austin St, Seguin, TX, 78155
About This Home
Rare George Willis Estate: Historic Charm & Modern Utility, protege to Frank Lloyd Wright on .26 acres in the heart of downtown Seguin. There is unique architectural character with modern flair, ideal for residential use, short-term rental, boutique lodging, or mixed-use business (buyer to verify permitted use, as it is zoned Neighborhood Commercial). Each floor offers at least 2000 sq ft, preserved hardwood floors, restored stucco walls, and custom Shou Sugi Ban built in shelving & bathroom vanities with porcelain sinks, with renovations, including full electrical, plumbing, and HVAC upgrades, high efficiency windows with remote-controlled blackout shades. 1st Floor is renovated with a Chef-style modern kitchen that was fully rebuilt with new cabinetry, concrete countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a microwave drawer, which features the Original 1920s glass block that was preserved in both kitchens, alongside the kitchen is a full bathroom and dining area with several windows overlooking a landscaped private yard. Downstairs has an inviting primary suite with a full bath featuring a soaking tub, concrete & tile shower. Relax in the living space embraces a restored fireplace and oversized picture windows. Additional spaces include a Portico converted to office space with split-unit HVAC, a large Basement, a library with bay windows, a transition room with built-in storage, and an infrared dry sauna. 2nd Floor living space thoughtfully rebuilt offering modern comfort (Private entrance is available). Includes 4 bedrooms, central gathering room, and kitchen. Two full bathrooms with soaking tub, walk-in showers, custom cabinets. Original doors restored with glass knobs and hardware; Schlage locking system. Additional improvements include a standing seam metal roof, new gutters and soffits, Shou Sugi Ban Private fencing, a Restored 1800s garage w/remote doors, Landscaping, Rachio smart watering irrigation system(front area). Seller had to relocate
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1923
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Slab
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Masonry
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Multiple Water Heaters,Microwave,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Range Hood,Range
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room
Basement
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12x15
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 18x14
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13x16
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Dining Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15x13
Features
- Bookcases,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings,Home Office,Split Bedrooms,Separate Shower,Tub Shower,Vanity,Window Treatments,Breakfast Bar,Custom Cabinets,Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Dining Combo,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters
- Window features: Double Pane Windows,Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Storage Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Multiple Heating Units
- Cooling features: Electric,2 Units
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 4,003 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x16
Living Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14x25
Master Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x17
Office
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 17x12
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 27867
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Balcony,Covered,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony,Covered Patio,Porch
- Fencing: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterbody name: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.26 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
