Experience tranquil country living with breathtaking views! Enjoy peaceful mornings on the wide porch extending from the kitchen and living areas, where the rising sun illuminates miles of rolling hills. This charming farmhouse offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a study with each space thoughtfully designed with unique character. The private primary suite opens to a side porch with direct access to the inviting pool area and its accompanying facilities, perfect for relaxed entertaining. An additional vintage outbuilding provides flexible space for equipment storage or a workshop. Set on 33.68 picturesque acres, the property offers endless potential for a wildlife retreat, featuring a large, stocked pond. With extensive paved road frontage and close proximity to Round Top, this property offers the ideal blend of rural beauty and convenience. It's an exceptional setting for your weekend escape or forever home. Note: Seller is a licensed real estate broker.
RanchProperty Type
1965Year Built
33.68 acresLot Size
$425Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lisa Mayer• Round Top Real Estate
Bought with Lindsey Witte• Southern District Sotheby's International Realty
Enjoy the morning sun view from the wide porch extending from the kitchen and living area capturing rolling hills for miles. This charming farm house has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, study/sewing room, garden room and many unique features. A side porch from the master allows access to the pool area with adjacent facilities. There is also a older building for equipment storage or workshop. This 33.71 acres is presently pasture for cattle but could easily transition into wildlife habitat with the large stocked pond and old water hole. Long paved road frontage near the town of Industry make this property a perfect setting for a weekend home. (house being sold as)
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,248 (+4.9%)
2024
$5,005 (+187.3%)
2014
$1,742 (−72.5%)
$10,638 + $83,992
$94,630
2013
$6,324 (+2.4%)
$10,638 + $83,992
$94,630
2012
$6,175 (−0.7%)
$257,174 + $83,992
$341,166
2011
$6,217
Tax history for 1017 Rockhouse Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,248 (+4.9%)
2024
$5,005 (+187.3%)
2014
$1,742 (−72.5%)
$10,638 + $83,992
$94,630
2013
$6,324 (+2.4%)
$10,638 + $83,992
$94,630
2012
$6,175 (−0.7%)
$257,174 + $83,992
$341,166
2011
$6,217
*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
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
33.68 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,282
Year built
1965
Style
Ranch
County
Austin County
APN
R000001170
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached Carport
Interior
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 10' x 10'
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 10' x 12'
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 10' x 12'
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12' x 20'
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12' x 22'
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 17' x 22'
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Possible: 4
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Stove
# of Fireplaces: 1
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Tub Shower, Kitchen/Dining Combo
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Wood
Room Information
Rooms Total: 6
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2282.0
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Year Built: 1965
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Pool Information
Pool is Private
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
Property Type: Farm
Foundation Details: Block
Living Area: 2,282
Land Information
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Topography: Rolling
Vegetation: Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 33.68
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Financial
Lease Information
No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: 136 - Bellville
Elementary School: O'BRYANT PRIMARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 136 - Bellville
Middle Or Junior School: BELLVILLE JUNIOR HIGH
High School District: 136 - Bellville
High School: BELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,282
Stories: —
Lot Size: 33.68 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Austin County
APN: R000001170
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
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West End Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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Bellville Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 17.2mi
6/10
Bellville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 17.7mi
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