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Duplex with Two Rented Units

198 West Street New Braunfels, TX 78130

198 West Street, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
$345,000
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$345,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Ranch - New Braunfels, TX

Property Size2,328 SF
Lot Size0.37 Acres
Price / SF$148.20
AddedSep 29, 2025
Days on Market289
Last RefreshJul 14 at 5:06 pm

Property Features for 198 West Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking features
Garage
Interior features
Bookcases, BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, CustomCabinets, KitchenDiningCombo
Fireplace
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, ElectricWaterHeater, SomeElectricAppliances
Standard status
Active
APN
26028
Size
2,328 SF
Lot size
0.37 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
LOT 16 BLOCK A, GUADA COMA ESTATES, UNIT ONE

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer, Septic Tank
Heating system
Electric (Heating)
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1981
Floors in Building
1
Number of units
1
Flooring type
Carpet, Linoleum
Building materials
Brick, Masonry
Roof type
Composition, Shingle
Architectural style
Ranch

Listing agent Sandra Nolte License #0330487

Listing office Homecity Real Estate 494 S Seguin Avenue, 101, New Braunfels, TX

Listing date Sep 29, 2025

MLS# 593757 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex is configured as two separate residential units. Side one features a 2-bedroom, 2-bath layout with a garage. Side two offers a 3-bedroom, 2-bath arrangement with no garage. The property is a ranch-style income property with a total building size of 2,328 square feet and sits on approximately 0.37 acres.

Located in New Braunfels, Texas, the property is described as being in a “nice neighborhood” with large lots and trees. Access to New Braunfels and Seguin is noted as being easy, which can be practical for residents commuting within the area.

From an ownership standpoint, the duplex is positioned for investor interest because both sides are currently rented. The unit mix provides two different layouts, with one unit including a garage and the other offering a slightly larger bedroom count. With two distinct homes under one roof, the property may appeal to buyers looking for a straightforward multifamily structure while keeping day-to-day residential tenancy centered on separate, self-contained units.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex with two rented units: side one is a 2BD/2BA with a garage; side two is a 3BD/2BA with no garage
  • Ranch duplex built in 1981 with brick/masonry construction
  • Electric heating with composition/shingle roof

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $37.7k $16.20
− Vacancy −$3.6k −$1.54
EGI $34.1k $14.66
− OpEx −$10.2k −$4.40
NOI $23.9k $10.26
2,328 SF · lease $16.20/SF/yr · vacancy 9.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$341.3K
$298.7K – $398.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $23,892 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.93%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$296.3K
$259.3K – $345.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $20,742 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.01%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$593.8K
$519.6K – $692.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $41,568 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.05%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Building Supply Electrical Service Real Estate Agency Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Storage Facility Kitchen & Bath Showroom Catering Service HVAC Service Restaurant

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit duplex offers a 2-bedroom/2-bath with garage plus a 3-bedroom/2-bath without, both currently rented.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 198 West Street New Braunfels, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $345,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex with two rented units: side one is a 2BD/2BA with a garage; side two is a 3BD/2BA with no garage; Ranch duplex built in 1981 with brick/masonry construction; Electric heating with composition/shingle roof
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