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    3401 Us Highway 290 E Brenham, TX 77833

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    For Sale
    $4,100,000

    Historic 1924 Citadel on 48 acres near Brenham, Texas.

    Lot size:
    48.00 Acres

    Property Features for 3401 Us Highway 290 E

    General Information

    Property type
    Farm and Ranch Properties
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    48.00 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    1923

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    Listing Contact
    Tonya Currie
    Source: Elliman

    Listing Agent: Tonya Currie

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    Overview

    Historic Citadel on Scenic Acres

    The Citadel, constructed in 1924, is situated on approximately 48 acres overlooking the city of Brenham. Designed by Houston architect Alfred C. Finn, the architectural gem features 8-inch concrete walls reinforced with steel I-beams. The 7,270-square-foot main structure was originally built as Brenham's first country club, once featuring a 9-hole golf course and a grand swimming pool. The property has been renovated, blending modern upgrades with its original charm. A guest house/office provides additional space. The property is located between Houston and Austin. New roof on both structures in 2025. The Citadel's appeal and country elegance make it a rare offering suitable as a private estate or an event venue.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Wedding venues

    Suggested Use

    Electrical Service

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    City
    Brenham
    County
    Washington
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -96.4076
    Latitude
    30.2352

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Wedding venue - Historic 1924 Citadel on 48 acres near Brenham, Texas.
    Where is this wedding venue located?
    The property is located at 3401 Us Highway 290 E Brenham, TX.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $4,100,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Historic 1924 architectural masterpiece designed by Alfred C. Finn.; - 7,270-sqft main structure on approx. 48 scenic acres overlooking Brenham.; - Unique concrete construction with 8-inch walls reinforced with steel I-beams.
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Real Estate License ID: 0457846
    (979) 251-7500 (832) 899-4788 (281) 507-4808
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