Welcome Home!! This custom designed and built home was built with love and for life in the country. What a wonderful place to live a country life. This agricultural exemption property has so much to offer including this large two story home, 40x60 barn, 12x24 storage building, and a 10x12 greenhouse. There are 4 nice sized bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths along with a 2 car garage. Primary suite is on first floor. STORAGE, STORAGE, STORAGE!!! A new roof to be replace due to hail damage before closing. Credit will be given to replace/repair spa tub in primary bath in lieu of seller repairs. This wonderful property is located outside of Columbus, but offers a short trip to town for shopping, worship, schools and a locally owned Hospital and clinics. Schedule your visit today, this one will not last. Seller is owner/agent.
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
2001Year Built
15 acresLot Size
$332Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ellen Remmert• Remmert Real Estate
Bought with Non-MLS Nonmls• Houston Association of REALTORS
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,064 (−4.2%)
2025
$5,286 (+18.6%)
2024
$4,458 (+11.2%)
2023
$4,010 (−1.7%)
2022
$4,078 (−0.6%)
$15,000 + $250,490
$265,490
2021
$4,104 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $250,490
$265,490
2020
$4,057 (+0.2%)
$14,000 + $239,650
$253,650
2019
$4,048 (+0.9%)
$14,000 + $237,480
$251,480
2018
$4,011 (+1.9%)
$12,000 + $228,150
$240,150
2017
$3,936 (+3.8%)
$10,500 + $223,810
$234,310
2016
$3,794 (+2.0%)
$10,500 + $223,810
$234,310
2015
$3,719 (+2.7%)
$10,500 + $215,140
$225,640
2014
$3,620 (+4.2%)
$9,500 + $206,470
$215,970
2013
$3,475 (+0.3%)
$9,500 + $206,470
$215,970
2012
$3,464 (+14.5%)
$9,000 + $196,340
$205,340
2011
$3,025
Tax history for 1669 Smith Rau Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,064 (−4.2%)
2025
$5,286 (+18.6%)
2024
$4,458 (+11.2%)
2023
$4,010 (−1.7%)
2022
$4,078 (−0.6%)
$15,000 + $250,490
$265,490
2021
$4,104 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $250,490
$265,490
2020
$4,057 (+0.2%)
$14,000 + $239,650
$253,650
2019
$4,048 (+0.9%)
$14,000 + $237,480
$251,480
2018
$4,011 (+1.9%)
$12,000 + $228,150
$240,150
2017
$3,936 (+3.8%)
$10,500 + $223,810
$234,310
2016
$3,794 (+2.0%)
$10,500 + $223,810
$234,310
2015
$3,719 (+2.7%)
$10,500 + $215,140
$225,640
2014
$3,620 (+4.2%)
$9,500 + $206,470
$215,970
2013
$3,475 (+0.3%)
$9,500 + $206,470
$215,970
2012
$3,464 (+14.5%)
$9,000 + $196,340
$205,340
2011
$3,025
*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
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
15 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,448
Year built
2001
Style
Ranch
County
Colorado County
APN
000000047368
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Attached
Additional Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Whirlpool Tub, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 12
Family Room, Formal Living, Study/Library, Living Area - 2nd Floor, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Island w/o Cooktop, Walk-in Pantry
Equipment
Double Oven, Gas Oven
Freestanding Range, Gas Range
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood Burning Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas, Propane, Zoned
Cooling System: Central Electric, Zoned
Other Interior Features
Attic Vents, Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Other Insulation
Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover
Countertops: granite
Floors: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl Plank
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 18
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 19
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 6 x 6
Room Type: Utility
Location: 1st Floor
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Room Type: Master Bath
Location: 1st Floor
Room 11 Information
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Room Type: Bath
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 12 Information
Dimensions: 6 x 6
Room Type: Bath
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces East
Siding: Brick & Wood, Cement Board
Foundation: Slab
Occupancy: Owner
Water & Sewer Information
Septic Tank, Water District, Well
Property Information
Improvements: 2 or More Barns, Barn, Cross Fenced, Greenhouse, Pastures, Storage Shed
Co-op Sale
House
Lot Information
Legal Lot Description: A-223 J GILLESPIE 14.000 AC & BUILDINGS
Road Surface: Asphalt
Road Frontage: County Maintained, Farm to Market
Lot Description: Wooded
Land Information
Land Use: Cattle Ranch, Horses Allowed, Leisure Ranch, Timber, Unrestricted
Trees on Property: Clusters, Hardwood
Topography: Rolling
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 27050
Tax Amount: $3,300
Tax Year: 2023
Total Tax Rate (%): 1.5359
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, Texas Veterans Land Board, VA
Location
School Information
School District: Columbus
School Elementary: COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: COLUMBUS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
School High: COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Colorado County
Directions: From I10 East or West, exit onto Hwy 71 into Columbus and go to North FM 109, approximately 8 miles, to Kanstener Road turn right onto Smith Rau Road, home is on the right. Look for the red Remmert Real Estate LLC. sign.
Miles To Houston: 45
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,448
Stories: —
Lot Size: 15 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Colorado County
APN: 000000047368
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Listing Office & Agent Information
TREC License Number: 475070
List Agent Email: elremmert@gmail.com
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Columbus Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.4mi
6/10
Columbus Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
Columbus High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
5/10
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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
Columbus, TX • 78934
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.5 hrs
4.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$773,000 – $936,000
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