372 Magazine Avenue, New Braunfels, TX 78130
- $3,000,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 4,591
- SqFt
- List Price
- $3,000,000
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- 608641
- Price Change
- ▼ $500,000 1783106139
- Days on Market
- 122
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living Area
- 4,591
Property Description
The Dittlinger Estate is a cornerstone of New Braunfels history. Situated on 1.6 acres in the revered Sophienburg Hill Historic District, this 1910 landmark was commissioned by Hippolyt Dittlinger, known as the Father of Industry in New Braunfels, and designed by architect James Wahrenberger. The stately two-story brick home features symmetrical columned porches and ornate detailing, reflects a level of craftsmanship rarely seen today. The dramatic central bay window, deep overhanging eaves, and timeless classical proportions speak to a time when homes were designed not just for living, but for legacy. The residence spans approximately 4,591 sq ft, offering grand yet livable areas with longleaf yellow pine framing milled on-site and prized for its durability. A rare full basement further enhances the home’s uniqueness. Beyond the main residence, the estate features a historic carriage house & garage, a detached guest residence known as the Professor’s House, and a wash house with an upper open-air porch, providing flexibility for a variety of uses. The grounds are park-like, featuring mature pecan trees, some planted to commemorate family milestones, which create a canopy of shad. A thoughtfully placed pool & spa introduce modern luxury without compromising historical integrity. Ideally located across from the Sophienburg Museum and just minutes from downtown New Braunfels, Landa Park, the Comal River, and Gruene. The estate is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the city and has remained in the hands of stewards who understood its importance, including descendants of the original family & a former Mayor of New Braunfels, whom undertook a careful restoration worthy of its legacy. This is not a home you simply purchase. It is one you inherit, with the responsibility and privilege of carrying its story forward. Certain homes are built. Others are remembered.
Additional Information
- Year Built
- 1910
- Exterior Features
- Balcony, Covered Patio, Enclosed Porch, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fire Pit
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Home Office, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, See Remarks, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Vanity, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Breakfast Bar
- Roof
- Metal
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Some Gas Appliances, Range
- View
- None, Pool
- School District
- New Braunfels ISD
- Elementary School
- Carl Schurz Elementary
- High School
- New Braunfels High School
- Middle School
- Oak Run Middle School
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Street Name
- Magazine Avenue
- Street Number
- 372
- Neighborhood
- City/New Braunfels
- Water
- Public
- Acres
- 1.60
- County
- Comal
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Other, See Remarks
- Pool
- Yes
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Listing courtesy of Inaky Strick from Kuper Sotheby's Intl RTY - NB
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