372 Magazine AVE, New Braunfels, TX 78130
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372 Magazine AVE, New Braunfels, TX 78130
372 Magazine AVE, New Braunfels, TX 78130
372 Magazine AVE, New Braunfels, TX 78130
372 Magazine AVE, New Braunfels, TX 78130
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372 Magazine AVE New Braunfels, TX 78130

4 Beds

3 Baths

4,591 SqFt


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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,591 sqft

Price per Sqft $762

Subdivision City/New Braunfels

MLS Listing ID 608641

Style Historic/Antique

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Construction Status Resale

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1910

Lot Size 1.602 Acres

Acres 1.6025

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

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.

Location

State TX

County Comal

Direction Northeast

Interior

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

Heating Natural Gas, Other, See Remarks

Cooling Central Air, Electric

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplace No

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Some Gas Appliances, Range

Laundry Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Covered Patio, Enclosed Porch, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fire Pit

Fence Full, Wrought Iron

Pool In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private, Pool/Spa Combo

Community Features None, Curbs

Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available, Trash Collection Public

View Y/N No

Water Access Desc Public

View None, Pool

Roof Type Metal

Accessibility None

Porch Balcony, Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened

Private Pool Yes

Building

Faces Northeast

Entry Level Three Or More

Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Historic/Antique

Level or Stories Three Or More

Additional Building Cabana, Outbuilding, Pergola, Storage, Workshop

Construction Status Resale

Schools

Elementary Schools Carl Schurz Elementary

Middle Schools Oak Run Middle School

High Schools New Braunfels High School

School District New Braunfels Isd

Others

Tax ID 2146

Security Features Smoke Detector(s)

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

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Listed by Inaky Strick • Kuper Sotheby's Intl RTY - NB
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