308 W Milam Street, Wharton, TX 77488

$895,000 Asking Price

6 beds
5 baths
13,920  sqft
Built in 1925

Step into a piece of Wharton's history with this exceptional property, originally constructed in 1925 as the esteemed Davis Hotel and retail spaces. These buildings offer versatile spaces primed for a multitude of purposes, with a leased salon space and a renovated retail area on the ground floor. The second floor features a spacious residence with six bedrooms and four and a half baths, exuding a sense of refined grandeur. Adjacent to this, the companion building has been thoughtfully updated on the first floor, incorporating 1.5 baths, while the second floor retains its original allure, showcasing a verdant tile fireplace, hardwood floors, and a captivating library complete with a charming rolling ladder. A commercial elevator is accessible to both structures. A sprawling covered back porch spans both buildings, and the property sits on a generous corner lot with mature landscaping, creating an enchanting setting for its storied legacy.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Balcony, Elevator, Countertops(Granite)
Appliances:
Disposal, Water Softener, Gas Oven, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Flooring:
Wood
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating:
true, Natural Gas
Disability Feature:
Disabled Access

Exterior

General:
Balcony
Style:
Other

Construction

Roofing:
Other
General:
Brick, 2, Slab

Location

Road/Access:
Asphalt
Originating MLS:
Houston Association of Realtors
School District:
180 - Wharton
County:
Wharton

Lot

Zoning:
WHARTON BLK 11 LOT 4C,5C,6C (4B,5B,6B UPST HS), R76887
Fencing:
Partial

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Houston Association of Realtors
Buyers Agent Compensation:
3
NA Compensation:
0

This listing courtesy of:
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Katy, Alisha Ingraham

About Wharton, TX

Housing

Number of Units
6,631
Median Home Value
$141,551
Median Rent
$651

35.75% of housing units are renter occupied.

12.53% are vacant.

Commute

Car
94.63%
Public Transportation
0.20%
Walk to Work
1.27%
Work from Home
2.59%
Other
1.31%

The median travel time to work is 25 minutes.

People

Population
15,090
Median Age
36.90
Median Household Size
2.76

Education

High School
24.91%
Associate’s Degree
9.93%
Bachelor’s Degree
11.48%
Graduate Degree
6.25%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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