La Grange, TX 78945 (Fayette County)
About this property
Step into history with the Hermes House—a rare opportunity to own a true Texas treasure. Offered for the first time, this exceptional home, built in 1892, has been lovingly maintained by the same family for over a century. A striking example of folk Victorian architecture, it showcases craftsmanship and character that stand the test of time. Constructed with durable cypress clapboard siding, the home exudes charm and warmth. Every detail tells a story, from the elegant double gallery and intricate fretwork to the decorative vergeboard crowning the front gable. Bay windows and ornate, jigsawn porch details enhance its timeless appeal. Inside, soaring 12-foot ceilings create an atmosphere of grandeur and spaciousness. Thoughtful expansions over the years have seamlessly blended historic elegance with modern comforts. The second floor boasts a private apartment with its own side entrance, ideal for multi-generational living or rental income. Set on 5.282 acres—an entire city block—the property offers a wealth of opportunities. Historic outbuildings include a gazebo, buggy house, garage, smokehouse, barns, and a charming chicken coop. A modern metal barn with a concrete floor and four roll-up doors provides versatile space for storage, parking, or a workshop. This five-bedroom, four-bath home is situated on over five acres, just three blocks from the town square, offering a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Whether you’re dreaming of a family estate, an event venue, or simply a private sanctuary, the possibilities are endless. The seller is open to dividing the property, with the house and approximately two acres available separately from the remaining three acres. Don’t miss this extraordinary chance to own a piece of Texas history!
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541 N Main St is located in La Grange, Texas, in Fayette County. Fayette County preserves one of the most authentic expressions of Czech and German immigrant heritage in Texas, centered on La Grange and the surrounding communities of Schulenburg and Flatonia. The county's rolling post oak savanna and bottomland farms have been worked by the same families for five and six generations.
The Colorado River flows along the northern boundary of Fayette County, and the terrain transitions from the post oak savanna of the central county to the blackland prairie in the east. Monument Hill State Historic Site overlooks the Colorado River valley, marking a site of significance from the Republic of Texas era.
La Grange had an estimated population of 4,448 as of 2023. The 78945 zip code has a median household income of $76,221, a median home value of $299,500, and a median age of 49.7. The average household size is 2.4 people.
Agriculture, cattle, row crops, and hay, remains the primary economic driver in Fayette County, supplemented by a growing agritourism sector and proximity to the Austin-Houston corridor along US-90. The county attracts buyers seeking productive bottomland and post oak acreage at agricultural prices.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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