5 acres in the Whispering Oaks subdivision near New Ulm. Includes 1998 Champion 16x76 mobile home with covered front porch overlooking tranquil pond. At the end of Squirrel Road, would make a peaceful getaway or full-time residence. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living space opens to the kitchen. Master bath with garden tub/separate shower. Some TLC is needed, property priced accordingly. Acreage consists of sandy soil and mix of open areas and heavy woods. Square footage per ACAD. FEMA - Unknown Restrictions: Yes
Wonderful opportunity to own a little slice of the country life! Whispering Oaks is a subdivision in New Ulm with very light restrictions. This five acre parcel features nice wooded areas with a variety of trees, open meadows and a pond. Property is located almost 3 miles from FM 1094 on a beautiful country road in the charming town of New Ulm. New Ulm is centrally located between Brenham, Round Top, Bellville, Sealy and Columbus with easy access to I-10 and on to Houston. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings on the large covered front porch with views of the pond. The 1998 single wide mobile home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, LR and eat-in kitchen. Private water well, septic and driveway in place will make it easy to build a new home in the future if desired. There is also perimeter fencing and a fence around the immediate home to keep your small pets safely contained. Lots of potential!! HUD homes are sold AS IS. Case Number 512-042451
Public Records
Aug 12, 1988
Sold
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$16/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,296 (+0.7%)
$250,000 + $21,580
$271,580
2024
$4,264 (−0.7%)
$250,000 + $21,580
$271,580
2023
$4,292 (+75.2%)
$250,000 + $20,530
$270,530
2022
$2,450 (−0.7%)
$115,000 + $21,323
$136,323
2021
$2,467 (−0.3%)
$115,000 + $21,323
$136,323
2020
$2,476 (−3.1%)
$115,000 + $22,160
$137,160
2019
$2,555 (+24.1%)
$115,000 + $27,527
$142,527
2018
$2,059 (+10.1%)
2017
$1,870 (+10.2%)
2016
$1,697 (+9.8%)
2015
$1,546 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,521 (−13.1%)
$55,000 + $27,593
$82,593
2013
$1,750 (−1.2%)
$55,000 + $27,593
$82,593
2012
$1,770 (+43.9%)
$66,000 + $28,388
$94,388
2011
$1,231
Tax history for 25639 Squirrel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,296 (+0.7%)
$250,000 + $21,580
$271,580
2024
$4,264 (−0.7%)
$250,000 + $21,580
$271,580
2023
$4,292 (+75.2%)
$250,000 + $20,530
$270,530
2022
$2,450 (−0.7%)
$115,000 + $21,323
$136,323
2021
$2,467 (−0.3%)
$115,000 + $21,323
$136,323
2020
$2,476 (−3.1%)
$115,000 + $22,160
$137,160
2019
$2,555 (+24.1%)
$115,000 + $27,527
$142,527
2018
$2,059 (+10.1%)
2017
$1,870 (+10.2%)
2016
$1,697 (+9.8%)
2015
$1,546 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,521 (−13.1%)
$55,000 + $27,593
$82,593
2013
$1,750 (−1.2%)
$55,000 + $27,593
$82,593
2012
$1,770 (+43.9%)
$66,000 + $28,388
$94,388
2011
$1,231
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
1,216
Year built
1998
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
Austin County
APN
R000053078
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Carport
Parking
Features: Carport
# of Parking (Total): 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Primary Bathroom
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range
Interior Features
Unfurnished
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Other Features: Main Level Primary
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Estimated
Roof Details: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Storage
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 5
Lot Size Acres: 5
Lot Features: Many Trees
Property Information
Has View
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019
Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,216
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Austin County
APN: R000053078
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
West End Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.9mi
8/10
Bellville Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.6mi
6/10
Bellville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.8mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 110° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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