101 Short St, Smithville, TX, 78957
About This Home
Charming and full of potential, this historic blue cottage offers a unique opportunity in a highly desirable location. The main residence features approximately 1,327 square feet with 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like home from the moment you step inside. Behind the main house, you'll find a versatile guest studio -680 sq ft- complete with a full kitchen, bathroom with a stand-up shower (no sink), laundry area, soaring ceilings, and a loft space perfect for storage or a bed. The studio has alley access and is currently privately fenced in to access through alley only. A one stall garage provides parking or additional storage. This property is currently a successful short-term rental, financial records available upon request. Whether you're looking for an income-producing investment, a live/work setup, multi-generational living, or simply a peaceful home with guest accommodations, this property delivers. A/C-Furnace replaced 4/26 in main house, main house foundation leveled 6/25. Option to purchase fully furnished available. Outside, lush landscaping and a mature pecan tree offer privacy and welcome shade, creating a serene backyard retreat. So many possibilities await with this one-of-a-kind property!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- High Ceilings,Crown Molding,Primary Bedroom on Main
- Window features: None
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,007 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: R20057
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 8,437 sqft
- Features: Alley Access,Corner Lot,Curbs,Level,Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft),Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Lot size dimensions: 68 x 125
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Hail
- Heat Wave
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 | $2,174 | $26,088 |
| Home Insurance * | $294 | $3,528 |
| Property Taxes | $748 | $8,976 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $3,454 | $41,448 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Listed for sale | $430,000 |
| 2025-09-17 | Listing removed | $425,000 |
| 2025-08-06 | Price change | $425,000 |
| 2025-07-22 | Listing removed | $2,800 |
| 2025-06-21 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2025-06-21 | Listed for sale | $435,000 |
| 2025-06-20 | Pending sale | $435,000 |
| 2025-06-19 | Price change | $435,000 |
| 2025-05-20 | Pending sale | $425,000 |
| 2025-05-10 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2020-01-17 | Listing removed | $2,200 |
| 2020-01-05 | Price change | $2,200 |
| 2019-12-29 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2019-06-11 | Listing removed | $269,000 |
| 2019-06-07 | Listed for sale | $269,000 |
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