A Legacy Restored - Historically known as the “Murdoch House”, 748 S. Rosemary Drive in Bryan, Texas was designed by William Wayne “Bill” Caudill and John M Rowlett. Distinguished Texas A & M architecture professors and co-founders of Caudill Rowlett Scott (CRS), Caudill and Rowlett grew CRS to become the largest architecture, engineering, and construction corporation in the United States. The name lives on today as the CRS Center for Architectural Research, founded in 1990 at the Texas A & M University School of Architecture. Originally built for Texas A & M Professor P. G. Murdoch, this architectural landmark has been lovingly and thoughtfully renovated by Bjarne and Heather Rasmussen. The home reflects a seamless alignment of structure and soul. Bjarne Rasmussen, a Danish master carpenter, brings a tradition of precision and humility, while Heather Rasmussen, a Texas-based designer, contributes a refined fluency in both interior and exterior design. Remarkable architectural features include a 14’ cantilever roof overhang and a flying staircase constructed of large mahogany slabs suspended by steel pipes of graduated length. The Rasmussen’s work over the past 5 years has restored and improved the property allowing the legacy of 748 S Rosemary Drive live on for future generations to admire and enjoy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
1.14 acresLot Size
$494Price/Sq.Ft.
$8/moHOA Dues
3 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Zweiacker• Zweiacker & Associates
Beverly Estates, located between Texas Avenue and South College Avenue, is a residential and suburban Bryan neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and mature shade trees. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Texas Avenue corridor near the Downtown Bryan district, where patios, galleries, and small-shop storefronts set a steady, walk-and-window-shop rhythm. Local pillars include The Queen Theatre, The Village Cafe, and Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History. Streets tend to be quiet and curving, with brick facades and broad lawns shaping the streetscape. Travis Bryan Midtown Park adds open green space and trail time close by. Commutes and errands often orbit Texas Avenue, while evenings drift toward downtown’s dining blocks.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Window coverings
Breakfast bar
Book cases
Built-in features
Ceiling fans
Chandelier
Coffered ceilings
Entrance foyer
Kitchen island
Storage
Soaking tub
Walk-in closets
Recessed lighting
Bedrooms
Two main-level bedrooms
Bedroom (15 x 12) on second level with ceiling fan, recessed lighting
Bedroom (13 x 11) on first level with ceiling fan, recessed lighting
Additional bedroom-sized room (15 x 15) on second level with ceiling fan, recessed lighting and walk-in closet
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
Full bathrooms located on main, first and second levels
One bathroom features double vanity, soaking tub and recessed lighting
Kitchen
Kitchen (21 x 18) with kitchen island, breakfast area, breakfast bar and recessed lighting
Built-in electric oven
Laundry & utility
Laundry closet on upper level
Washer hookup
Flooring
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Lighting
Rain gutters
Deck
Front porch
Garage apartment
Shed(s)
Exterior storage
Back yard
Front yard
Landscaped grounds
Level lot
Automatic sprinklers
Few/medium/small trees
Home design
2-story home
Faces southeast
Resale property
Slab foundation
Parking
Detached garage
Garage faces side
Three covered garage spaces (3-car garage)
Circular driveway
Driveway
Parking pad
Total parking for about 6 vehicles
Security
Owned security system
Secured garage/parking
Smoke detectors
Construction
Metal roof
Metal siding with stone accents
Built by owner (year built source: owner)
Utilities
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Public water
Public sewer
Sewer connected
Underground utilities
HOA & community
Homeowners association (Beverly Estates HOA)
Annual association fee of $100
Association fee covers common area maintenance
Community park
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
A Legacy Restored - Historically known as the “Murdoch House,” 748 S. Rosemary Drive in Bryan, Texas was designed by William Wayne “Bill” Caudill and John M. Rowlett, distinguished Texas A&M architecture professors and co-founders of Caudill Rowlett Scott (CRS), which became the largest architecture, engineering, and construction firm in the United States. The name lives on through the CRS Center for Architectural Research at Texas A&M. Originally built for Texas A&M Professor P. G. Murdoch, this architectural landmark has been thoughtfully renovated by Bjarne and Heather Rasmussen. The home reflects a seamless alignment of structure and soul, blending Danish craftsmanship with refined Texas design. Notable features include a 14’ cantilever roof overhang and a flying staircase of large mahogany slabs suspended by steel pipes. Over the past five years, the Rasmussen's have restored and enhanced the property, preserving its legacy for future generations to admire and enjoy.
BCSRMLS #26003581
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$1,720,000
$494/sq ft
Apr 4, 2026
Listed
$1,830,000
$526/sq ft
+45
A Legacy Restored - Historically known as the “Murdoch House”, 748 S. Rosemary Drive in Bryan, Texas was designed by William Wayne “Bill” Caudill and John M Rowlett. Distinguished Texas A & M architecture professors and co-founders of Caudill Rowlett Scott (CRS), Caudill and Rowlett grew CRS to become the largest architecture, engineering, and construction corporation in the United States. The name lives on today as the CRS Center for Architectural Research, founded in 1990 at the Texas A & M University School of Architecture. Originally built for Texas A & M Professor P. G. Murdoch, this architectural landmark has been lovingly and thoughtfully renovated by Bjarne and Heather Rasmussen. The home reflects a seamless alignment of structure and soul. Bjarne Rasmussen, a Danish master carpenter, brings a tradition of precision and humility, while Heather Rasmussen, a Texas-based designer, contributes a refined fluency in both interior and exterior design. Remarkable architectural features include a 14’ cantilever roof overhang and a flying staircase constructed of large mahogany slabs suspended by steel pipes of graduated length. The Rasmussen’s work over the past 5 years has restored and improved the property allowing the legacy of 748 S Rosemary Drive live on for future generations to admire and enjoy.
BCSRMLS #20012335
Dec 15, 2020
Sold
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Jul 7, 2020
Listed
$350,000
$101/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 30, 2002
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,939 (+52.8%)
$264,679 + $385,321
$650,000
2025
$8,467 (+10.0%)
2024
$7,697 (+10.4%)
2023
$6,971 (−9.6%)
$192,675 + $158,863
$351,538
2022
$7,709 (+0.1%)
$192,675 + $158,863
$351,538
2021
$7,701 (−4.7%)
$192,675 + $135,124
$327,799
2020
$8,078 (+1.9%)
$192,675 + $150,138
$342,813
2019
$7,931 (+7.4%)
2018
$7,383 (+4.2%)
$155,430 + $145,310
$300,740
2017
$7,086 (+7.7%)
$155,430 + $133,200
$288,630
2016
$6,577 (+7.3%)
$155,430 + $133,200
$288,630
2015
$6,131 (+12.7%)
$148,980 + $117,850
$266,830
2014
$5,438
$124,640 + $101,480
$226,120
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.14 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,854
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,854
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Brazos County
APN
000000018271
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R-NC
Residential Neighborhood Conservation District
The R-NC, residential-neighborhood conservation district, is intended to be composed of detached dwelling units on lots of not less than 5,000 sq ft. Dwellings are designed primarily for residential use and do not easily lend themselves to other types of nonresidential uses or rental property. Other uses may be permitted in this district which are compatible to residential uses and occupy structures designed for their intended use and do not infringe upon the residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bryan, TX • 77802
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Bryan. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
7 hrs
JuneDecember
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