Homes for Sale/Washington County/Brenham/Cottonwood Street
Active MLS #79062663 · 197 days on market

303 Ross Street

Brenham, TX 77833
Subdivision  ·  Cottonwood Street
List Price
$495,000
$312/SF · 78.6% above neighborhood median
Beds
2
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,588
Built
1900
Lot
0.37 ac
Garage
0-car
County
Washington

Schools

§ 03
District
Elementary BISD DRAW N/R
Middle BRENHAM J H D
High BRENHAM H S CCMR 69% · Grad 96% C
TEA accountability ratings reflect 2024–25 where available. School attendance zones are subject to district redistricting — confirm directly with the district before making a school-based decision.

Overview

§ 01

Step into a piece of Texas history with this circa 1900 Victorian cottage, which was completely and lovingly restored in 2008. Situated on 2 lots and located in the heart of Brenham's Historic District. Owned by the same family for 109 years, this cherished home blends preserved architectural character with thoughtful updates for modern comfort. High ceilings, original hardwood floors, windows, and period fixtures honor the home's heritage. The floor plan boasts two spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, and an additional half bath for guests. Formerly known as “Sycamore Cottage”, this property was a successful and very popular bed & breakfast, offering versatility for those seeking a private residence, income-producing property, or both! Conveniently located, close to downtown Brenham Square, you'll enjoy easy access to charming boutiques, art galleries, local dining, and performing arts venues, while living in one of the area's most picturesque historic neighborhoods!

Features

§ 02

Interior

  • Bath In Primary Bedroom
  • Separate Shower
  • Kitchen Dining Combo
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Heat: Central
  • Heat: Gas
  • Cool: Central Air
  • Cool: Electric

Exterior & lot

  • Corner Lot
  • Subdivision
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Pillar Post Pier

Community

  • Style: Victorian
  • Style: Historic Antique

Property Details

§ 03 · Full MLS record

Property

Property Type Residential
Architectural Style Victorian, Historic Antique
Year Built 1900
Year Built Source Owner
New Construction No

Building

Stories 1
Levels One
Living Area 1,588 sq ft
Living Area Source Appraiser
Building Area Total 1,588 sq ft
Foundation Pillar Post Pier
Construction Wood Siding
Roof Composition

Rooms & Baths

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms (total) 3
Bathrooms Full 2
Bathrooms Half 1
Rooms Total 3
Fireplaces 0

Interior

Interior Features Bath In Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Kitchen Dining Combo
Appliances Electric Oven, Electric Range

Exterior

Pool Private No

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces 0

Lot

Lot Size (acres) 0.3700
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Lot Features Corner Lot, Subdivision
Additional Parcels Yes
Additional Parcel Info R22453

Location

County Washington
MLS Area Major 58
Subdivision Cottonwood Street
Road Surface Asphalt
Postal Code 77833

Utilities

Heating Central, Gas
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Water Source Public
Sewer Public Sewer

Taxes, Terms & Disclosures

Tax Year 2025
Parcel # R22452
Legal Description COTTONWOOD STREET , LOT 1A1
Lease Considered No
Disclosures Special Addendum, Seller Disclosure

Room Layout

§ 04 · 3 rooms · MLS-supplied

Main level · 3

Primary Bedroom 15'1" x 15'5"
Bedroom 11'7" x 12'7"
Living Room 18'3" x 15'5"

MUD Disclosure (§49.452)

§ 03 · Data moat
● §49.452 Notice
Not in archive
This MUD is not yet in our §49.452 archive. We'll add it on request.

Texas Water Code §49.452 requires districts to publish annual notices with tax rate, bonded indebtedness, and assessed value. Most Harris-area MUDs publish these; a handful managed by Inframark do not.

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Listing's rolled-up MUD rate Resolved MUD jurisdiction not mapped Match confidence

Taxes & Cost of Ownership

§ 04
● Estimated monthly payment
$2,972
30-YR FIXED · ADJUST ASSUMPTIONS BELOW
%
%
Principal & interest$2,972 Property taxNot available Homeowners insuranceTBD
Subtotal (P&I only — tax not available) $2,972

Illustrative only, not a quote. P&I assumes the values entered above. Insurance and HOA dues vary — consult licensed lender and insurance agent for accurate quote.

● Effective tax rate · 3-year history
202320242025
MUD
→ stable
School
0.77%
→ stable
City
0.47%
→ stable
County
→ stable

HOA & Community

§ 05
No HOA on recordIf this is an HOA property, details are not yet loaded. Full cert available on request.

Broadband & Connectivity

§ 06 · Rolled up from MLS
● Max advertised speed at this address
5,000 Mbps
Fiber available
Top fiber: AT&T
Fiber / DSL
AT&T
Speeds per provider
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Speeds per provider
Satellite
HughesNet
Speeds per provider
Satellite
Starlink
Speeds per provider
Satellite
Viasat Inc
Speeds per provider
Unknown
Nextlink
Speeds per provider

Environmental Risk

§ 08
X
FEMA Zone
Zone X · Minimal risk
Outside 100-year and 500-year floodplains. No flood insurance required by lender.
PANEL 48477C SFHA NO SOURCE 48477C_STUDY1
🌡 Heat days >95°F
71 days/yr above 95°F
Plus 20 days above 100°F. NOAA station records, 2016-2025 average.
🌵 Drought (current)
D1 · Moderate
US Drought Monitor county reading, week of 2026-09-15.
Sources: FEMA NFHL · NOAA GHCN-Daily · EPA AQS · US Drought Monitor. Climate rollup last computed Sep 23, 2026.

Recent Comparable Sales

§ 09
8 comparable sales nearby · sold median $175/SFAddress-level sold detail is available to registered users. Reach out to Allen for the full comparable-sales report.

Subdivision & Master Plan

§ 10
● Master plan
Cottonwood Street
TIER: SUBDIVISION
Subdivision name (MLS)Cottonwood Street City · ZIPBrenham · 77833 CountyWashington Listings in subdivision8 Active now1 Sold (last 12 mo)0 Curated amenities0
● Year-built distribution
No build-year dataWill populate from the parcel roll.

Fire Protection

§ 11
Nearest station
City of Brenham Fire Department
City of Brenham · Brenham
Distance
0.2 mi
Straight-line from listing
ISO rating
Future data point
Avg. response
From incident log (future)

Neighborhood Demographics

§ 12 · Census tract 48477170100 · ACS 2023
Median HH income
$64,851
ACS 2023
Median home value
$248,200
Census self-report
Owner-occupied
56%
2,020 housing units
Bachelor's+
18%
Adults 25+
Median age
36.9
Population 4,541
Work from home
17%
of commuters
Commute 45min+
8%
of commuters
Below poverty
14.2%
tract-level

Amenities & Nearby Places

§ 13

Active listing — amenities should populate from the go-live pipeline. Click to fetch now if missing.

Location & Neighborhood

§ 13
● This Home
303 Ross Street, Brenham, TX 77833
Washington County · 30.17°N, 96.39°W
No curated amenities within 2 mi yet.
Interactive map coming in v0.2 — currently showing schematic placement.
● Listing History
Mar 10, 2026 Listed $495,000 Carrie Grimm
Dec 31, 1899 Built
Status change events from HAR MLS (future: full audit trail)
● Disclosures & Attribution
Listed by Carrie Grimm · Hodde Real Estate Company
Data provided by Houston Realtors Information Service (HAR MLS). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All measurements, square footage, and school assignments should be independently verified. HAR MLS content last updated Mar 28, 2026.
MLS# 79062663 · LIST DATE: Mar 10, 2026 · PARCEL: R22452
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