615 South Church Street

Rockport, TX 78382

$649,900
Price
4
Beds
3,582 Sq. Ft.
$181 / Sq. Ft.
3,582
Sq. Ft.
$181
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare opportunity to own a part of Rockport’s history. The Mathis House is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. John M Mathis (1831-1922) had his home built for his family in 1868-69. Instrumental in platting the town of Rockport, he served as its first mayor in 1870. In 1880 he deeded the house to his cousin Thomas H Mathis, a leading rancher, shipper and banker. Exhibiting Italiante, Classical and Greek Revival details, the raised cottage features a center passage plan, arcaded basement and entry...A rare opportunity to own a part of Rockport’s history. The Mathis House is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. John M Mathis (1831-1922) had his home built for his family in 1868-69. Instrumental in platting the town of Rockport, he served as its first mayor in 1870. In 1880 he deeded the house to his cousin Thomas H Mathis, a leading rancher, shipper and banker. Exhibiting Italiante, Classical and Greek Revival details, the raised cottage features a center passage plan, arcaded basement and entry portico with paired fluted columns. Elegant formal rooms and abundant country kitchen. Grand master bedroom is ensuite. 12-15 foot ceilings and picture molding. Long Leaf Pine flooring. Current owner has added an inground pool for outdoor enjoyment and restored a portion of the interior to its original shiplap. The 18,500 sf lot next door is also for sale – expanding the footprint and possibilities for this unique estate.
  1. Listed by Tammy Redden • TREC #0574638 • RE/MAX Security Real Estate

Property Details for 615 South Church Street

Architectural Style
Other
Parking Features
Concrete, Garage, RearSideOffStreet
Stories
1
Subdivision Name
Mathis
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/03/2025 01:00 PM

Property Details for 615 South Church Street

StatusActive
MLS #452462
Days on Market10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1868
Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,473 SF
CountyAransas County

Building Information for 615 South Church Street

Stories1Year Built1868Building Size-Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,473 SF

Property Information for 615 South Church Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Rockport
  • County Or Parish: Aransas
  • Directions: Heading East on Market St, turn right onto Church. On right-hand side of street.
  • State Or Province: TX
  • Postal Code: 78382
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 28055
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Block: 61
  • Tax Legal Description: Mathis, Block 61, Lot S/2 of 4, all 5 and 6
  • Tax Lot: S/2 of 4, all 5
  • Additional Parcels: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: LiveOakLearningCenter
  • Elementary School District: RockportFultonISD
  • High School: RockportFulton
  • High School District: RockportFultonISD
  • Middle Or Junior School: RockportFulton
  • Middle Or Junior School District: RockportFultonISD
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
Virtual Tour
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Building Area Total: 3582.0
  • Living Area: 3582.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: InteriorLot, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Lot Size Area: 20625.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20625.0
Farm Information
  • Vegetation: PartiallyWooded
Property and Assessments
  • Mineral Rights: None
  • Property Attached: No
  • Year Built: 1868
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property SubType Additional: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Other, WoodSiding
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Utilities: NaturalGasAvailable, PhoneAvailable, SewerAvailable, WaterAvailable
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Fencing: Partial, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Other, PillarPostPier
  • Pool Features: Fiberglass, InGround, Pool
  • Roof: Shingle, Wood
  • Security Features: SmokeDetectors
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, FreeStandingRange, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Gas, HeatPump, CentralAir, WindowUnits
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Other, WoodBurning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Gas, HeatPump, WindowUnit, Central, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: PanelingWainscoting
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup
  • Levels: One
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: WindowCoverings
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Human Modified: No

Property History for 615 South Church Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 615 South Church Street

Taxable ValueLand$140,250Additions$437,750Total$578,000
Tax Record2023$8,401 ($700 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt3,582 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,582 SqFtLot Size20,626 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1868CountyARANSASAPN3875-061-004-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 615 South Church Street

This home is within Rockport-Fulton Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Live Oak 1-3 Learning Center
PublicPK to 2

Fulton 4-5 Learning Center
Public3 to 5

Rockport-Fulton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rockport-Fulton High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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615 South Church Street is a single family home for sale in Rockport, TX 78382. This property was listed for sale on January 3, 2025 by RE/MAX Security Real Estate, it's currently listed at $649,900. This listing's school district is Rockport-Fulton Independent School District. Nearby schools include Live Oak 1-3 Learning Center, Fulton 4-5 Learning Center and Rockport-Fulton Middle School. 615 South Church Street is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 3,582 sqft single family home built in 1868.

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