Address

601 Bell St, Fredericksburg, TX

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 875,000

Property Attributes

MLS#99285
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyGillespie
CityFredericksburg
AreaCity-Southeast
NeighborhoodSouth Heights
Zip78624
StyleResidential
Year Built1935
Taxes$ 10639
Price$ 875,000
Bedrooms5
Full Bathrooms3
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage3695
Lot Size0.49 Acres

Data Source:

Central Hill Country Board of REALTORS® FTP (CHCBOR)

Property Description

IN-TOWN FREDERICKSBURG COMPOUND | STR-PERMITTED GUEST SUITE | SUBDIVIDABLE LOT | WORKSHOP + 3-CAR COVERED PARKING. 601 Bell Street is one of those rare in-town Fredericksburg properties that has it all - historic charm, immediate income potential, multi-generational flexibility, and significant long-term land value, all on nearly half an acre just minutes from Main Street. The main residence commands attention from the street. This classic two-story 1935 home features a stunning wraparound upper balcony, soaring ceilings, and the kind of architectural character that simply cannot be replicated. With 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across generous, light-filled living spaces, it functions beautifully as a primary residence, a long-term rental, or an owner-occupied investment property. Attached to the main house but completely self-contained with its own private exterior entrance - is a 920 sq ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom guest suite featuring a full kitchenette and private living and dining areas. An active Short-Term Rental permit is in place, allowing a new owner to begin generating income immediately. With zero shared interior access, the main house and guest suite operate fully independently which is ideal for hosting guests, housing family, or running both as separate rentals simultaneously. Beyond the living spaces, a detached 288 sq ft workshop with an attached 3-car covered carport adds tremendous utility which is rare to find on an in-town lot. Whether used for classic car storage, a hobby workshop, a home business, or extra equipment, this structure alone sets the property apart from anything else available at this price point in Fredericksburg. Then there is the nearly half-acre lot; deep, level, and open with city approval for dividing into 2 lots if desired by a new owner. This is not speculative upside - the groundwork is done. A new owner can build, sell a parcel, or simply hold one of the last large sub-dividable lots inside the city limits. There is privacy fencing, a deck and patio, and mature trees round out the outdoor spaces, with plenty of room to add a pool, garden, or entertaining areas. This property sits within walking distance of the new Fredericksburg Racquet Club, opening May 2027 with 8 pickleball courts, 8 tennis courts, a clubhouse, and walking trails - an amenity that will only strengthen STR demand in this immediate area. Income. Land. History. Flexibility. 601 Bell Street is not a one-dimensional investment, it is a compound with options, in a market where opportunities like this simply do not come around often.

Price History
5/11/2026	Listed $875,000

General Features

Sewer	Public Sewer
Heating	Central,Electric
Cooling	Central Air,Electric
Utilities	City Electric
Possession	Close Of Escrow
Roof	Standing Seam
Appliances	Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Electric Water Heater,See Remarks
Zoning	R-2
Patio/Porch Features	Deck/Patio
Construction Materials	Wood Siding
Year Built	1935
Electric	City Electric
Stories Count	3
Topography	Level
Levels	Three Or More
Property Subtype	Residential
Waterfront Features	None
County	Gillespie
Property Type	Residential
HOA	false
Attached Garage	false
Subdivision Name	South Heights
Garage Y/N	true
Other Structures	Guest House
Full Baths	3
Status	Active
Directions	From center of town head East on main Street, turn right on Elk Street to South Creek, property on corner of South Creek and Bell Street
City	Fredericksburg
MLS Area	City-Southeast
Lot Size Units	Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet	21344.4
Carport Y/N	false
Tax Annual Amount	10639
Showing Instructions	Call Listing Agent,24 hours notice required since home is occupied.
Home Warranty Y/N	false
Virtual Tour	https://tour.usamls.net/601-Bell-St-Fredericksburg-TX-78624/unbranded
Building Area Units	Square Feet
Living Area Units	Square Feet
Standard Status	Active
Occupancy Type	See Remarks
Legal Description	SOUTH HGTS BLK 12 LOT 12R-PT, -REPLAT-
Freehold	BBO,IDX
Garage Spaces	2
Current Use	Current B and B
Structure Type	Historical

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	Guest Quarters,Storage Building,Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring	Wood
Fireplace Features	Masonry,See Remarks
Air Conditioning Y/N	true
Heating Y/N	true
Fireplace Y/N	true
Total Bedrooms	5
LivingAreaSource	GCAD
Total Baths	3
Laundry Features	Washer-Dryer Connection

Exterior Features

Parking Features	2 Car,Detached,Garage,No Driveway
Lot Features	In City Limits
Water Source	Public
Total Parking	2
Lot Size Area	21344.4
Foundation Details	Combination
Building Area Total	4615
Lot Size Acres	0.49
Road Frontage Type	City Street
Fencing	Privacy
Covered Spaces	2