THE OAKS - CAT SPRING. The area of Cat Spring is known for its beauty and live oaks, rarely does a better example of those qualities come on the market than these 12+/- acres. Artfully groomed live oak trees dominate the front lawn forming an impressive drive to the approximately 2800 sq. ft. home while a long pond and windmill frame the back lawn. A guest house, barn/workshop, and RV shed are located at a comfortable distance near the front corner of the property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
12.15 acresLot Size
$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Krumrey• VIP Country Properties
Bought with Shelly Moschak• 5 Star Country Properties, LLC
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Market trends in 78933, TX
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
+2.7% MoM
Median sale price
$700K
$140K MoM
Avg. days on market
5d
27 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 12439 Newberg
Date
Event
Price
HARMLS #43053984
May 21, 2014
Sold
$565K - $650K
Apr 16, 2014
Price Changed
$699,000
$249/sq ft
Apr 9, 2014
Relisted
—
Apr 3, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 24, 2013
Price Changed
$749,000
$267/sq ft
Jun 11, 2013
Listed
$795,000
$284/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 2004
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,335 (+8.5%)
2024
$11,370 (+1.8%)
$232,522 + $517,944
$750,466
2023
$11,173 (−0.4%)
$232,522 + $482,655
$715,177
2022
$11,223 (−4.4%)
$222,129 + $436,459
$658,588
2021
$11,744 (−2.9%)
$222,129 + $436,459
$658,588
2020
$12,092 (−0.8%)
$222,129 + $436,459
$658,588
2019
$12,191 (+4.8%)
$222,126 + $442,504
$664,630
2018
$11,632 (+2.2%)
2017
$11,385 (+13.2%)
2016
$10,059 (+19.8%)
2015
$8,397 (+13.6%)
$162,248 + $371,816
$534,064
2014
$7,394 (−0.6%)
$143,164 + $272,664
$415,828
2013
$7,436
$143,164 + $272,664
$415,828
2012
$7,434 (+2.5%)
$143,164 + $272,664
$415,828
2011
$7,253
Tax history for 12439 Newberg
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,335 (+8.5%)
2024
$11,370 (+1.8%)
$232,522 + $517,944
$750,466
2023
$11,173 (−0.4%)
$232,522 + $482,655
$715,177
2022
$11,223 (−4.4%)
$222,129 + $436,459
$658,588
2021
$11,744 (−2.9%)
$222,129 + $436,459
$658,588
2020
$12,092 (−0.8%)
$222,129 + $436,459
$658,588
2019
$12,191 (+4.8%)
$222,126 + $442,504
$664,630
2018
$11,632 (+2.2%)
2017
$11,385 (+13.2%)
2016
$10,059 (+19.8%)
2015
$8,397 (+13.6%)
$162,248 + $371,816
$534,064
2014
$7,394 (−0.6%)
$143,164 + $272,664
$415,828
2013
$7,436
$143,164 + $272,664
$415,828
2012
$7,434 (+2.5%)
$143,164 + $272,664
$415,828
2011
$7,253
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
12.15 Acres
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
2,802
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Austin County
APN
R000020079
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Attached/Detached
RV Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
Split-Plan
Interior Features
Room Count: 4
Utility Room in House
Equipment
Double Oven
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Utility Room in House
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood Burning Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Electric
Cooling System: Central Electric
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 17
Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Utility
Location: In House
Exterior
Building Information
Siding: Brick Veneer
Defects: No Known Defects
Water & Sewer Information
Septic Tank, Well
Property Information
Improvements: 2 or More Barns, Fenced, Guest House
House
Lot Information
Legal Lot Description: 12.1480 acres out of the G.W. Lang Survey, A-258
Road Surface: Asphalt
Road Frontage: County Maintained
Lot Description: Water View
Land Information
Land Use: Horses Allowed
Trees on Property: Clusters, Hardwood
Mineral Rights: Has Mineral Rights
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: R20079
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
Community Information
Water Amenities: Pond
School Information
School District: Sealy
School Elementary: SELMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: SEALY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
School High: SEALY HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Austin County
Directions: Easily accessed from Houston via I-10 exiting Hwy 36 North and traveling through the town of Sealy. Turn left onto FM 1094. Turn left on Schwanbeck Road and turn right at the 'T' continuing for a short distance. Property is on the left.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 999z
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,802
Stories: —
Lot Size: 12.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Austin County
APN: R000020079
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Listing Office & Agent Information
TREC License Number: 0508915
Around this home
Schools
Selman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 11.9mi
4/10
Sealy Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 12.5mi
4/10
Sealy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 111° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$945,000 – $1.14M
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