717 E Houston Ave
Crockett, TX 75835
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,072 sqft (on 0.50 acres)
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,072 sqft
(on 0.50 acres)
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Description
Welcome to the Chamberlain House — the family name is carved right into the front step. Recorded as a Texas Historic Landmark in 1994, this 3,072 sqft 1912 home is a classic American Foursquare that pairs authentic period character with the major 2022 updates that take the fear out of owning a century home.
The big-ticket work is already done: a new roof (2022), a complete PEX re-pipe, and a newer AC unit. Inside, you'll find 12-foot ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, original millwork, and beautiful stained glass throughout. The main floor flows from a large foyer into the living room, formal dining room, and a glassed-in sun porch, with a primary bedroom and bath on the main level and a functional kitchen with generous storage — and room for the next owner to bring their own kitchen vision to life. Upstairs holds four more bedrooms and a full bath. In a thoughtful nod to the home's history, the current owners researched its original paint scheme and had the exterior palette approved by the historical society.
But mornings here belong on the deep front porch. The setting is rarer than the house itself: no neighbor on one side and none behind — just the grounds of two historic churches — so the home stays quiet and private, with green space instead of rooftops pressing in. You're a three-block walk from the heart of Crockett, where a 1939 courthouse anchors a genuine town square lined with antique shops, cafés, and gift stores — the walkable, old-town Americana that's gotten hard to find. Crockett calls itself "Paradise in the Pines": county seat of the oldest county in Texas, wrapped in the Davy Crockett National Forest, with Houston County Lake's 1,330 acres of fishing and boating just ten miles out, and Houston only about a two-hour drive south when you want the city.
For a buyer priced out of character, dreaming of a weekend retreat, or simply ready for a slower pace, the Chamberlain House offers something you can't build new — move-in ready, big systems handled, and full of the kind of story a brand-new house will never have.
What's special (tags): Texas Historic Landmark (1994) · New roof (2022) · Complete PEX re-pipe (2022) · Newer AC (1 of 2, 2022) · 12-ft ceilings & original stained glass · Refinished hardwoods · Primary suite on main · Glassed-in sun porch · Deep front porch · Three blocks to the courthouse square
The big-ticket work is already done: a new roof (2022), a complete PEX re-pipe, and a newer AC unit. Inside, you'll find 12-foot ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, original millwork, and beautiful stained glass throughout. The main floor flows from a large foyer into the living room, formal dining room, and a glassed-in sun porch, with a primary bedroom and bath on the main level and a functional kitchen with generous storage — and room for the next owner to bring their own kitchen vision to life. Upstairs holds four more bedrooms and a full bath. In a thoughtful nod to the home's history, the current owners researched its original paint scheme and had the exterior palette approved by the historical society.
But mornings here belong on the deep front porch. The setting is rarer than the house itself: no neighbor on one side and none behind — just the grounds of two historic churches — so the home stays quiet and private, with green space instead of rooftops pressing in. You're a three-block walk from the heart of Crockett, where a 1939 courthouse anchors a genuine town square lined with antique shops, cafés, and gift stores — the walkable, old-town Americana that's gotten hard to find. Crockett calls itself "Paradise in the Pines": county seat of the oldest county in Texas, wrapped in the Davy Crockett National Forest, with Houston County Lake's 1,330 acres of fishing and boating just ten miles out, and Houston only about a two-hour drive south when you want the city.
For a buyer priced out of character, dreaming of a weekend retreat, or simply ready for a slower pace, the Chamberlain House offers something you can't build new — move-in ready, big systems handled, and full of the kind of story a brand-new house will never have.
What's special (tags): Texas Historic Landmark (1994) · New roof (2022) · Complete PEX re-pipe (2022) · Newer AC (1 of 2, 2022) · 12-ft ceilings & original stained glass · Refinished hardwoods · Primary suite on main · Glassed-in sun porch · Deep front porch · Three blocks to the courthouse square
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$83
Listed
53 days ago
Home Details for 717 E Houston Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Interior Details AtticTypes of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath, Mud Room, Pantry, Workshop, Sun RoomCeiling Fan |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: WoodGardenLawnPorch |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport, Garage Detached |
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Days on Market: 53 days on Trulia |
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Year Built Year Built: 1912 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian |
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Price Price Per Sqft: $83 |
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Lot Area: 0.50 acres |
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Market trends in Crockett
Last updated April 2026
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Available listings
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Price History for 717 E Houston Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2026 | $256,000 | PriceChange | N/A |
| 04/14/2026 | $245,000 | Listed For Sale | N/A |
| 06/11/2021 | -- | Sold | N/A |
| 04/29/2021 | $245,000 | Pending | HAR #70947518 |
| 03/22/2021 | $245,000 | Listed For Sale | HAR #70947518 |
| 05/05/2016 | $169,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/20/2016 | $169,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 10/15/2015 | $175,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/02/2015 | $184,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 08/10/2015 | $189,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/02/2015 | $199,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/14/2014 | $219,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 08/27/2014 | $239,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Tax | $1,884 |
| Assessment | $353,450 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 717 E Houston Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/06/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,053 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | - | 09/30/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,018 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/18/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,803 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | - | 02/10/26 | 5 | 3 | 4,359 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/08/25 | 4 | 3 | 3,586 | |
0.03 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/20/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,296 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | - | 12/05/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,868 | |
0.77 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/06/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,936 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/09/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,590 | |
0.49 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/05/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,156 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 717 E Houston Ave.
- Crockett Elementary School
- 1-5
- Public
- 377 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Crockett High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 376 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Crockett Junior High School
- 6-8
- Public
- 248 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageN/AParent Review18y ago - Early Childhood Center
- PK-K
- Public
- 123 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. 
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What Locals Say about Crockett
At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.
93 % Say yards are well-kept
82 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's dog friendly
66 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's quiet
38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
27 % Say there are community events
24 % Say streets are well-lit
19 % Say there are sidewalks
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717 E Houston Ave, Crockett, TX 75835 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,072 sqft single-family home built in 1912. This property is currently available for sale and was listed on Apr 14, 2026.