Tuleta, TX 78162
8985 US Hwy 181
$299,000
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Property Overview
About 8985 US Hwy 181
A rare piece of Texas history, the TULETA GRADE SCHOOL, is being offered for sale. This landmark of South Texas stands as an extraordinary redevelopment opportunity for investors seeking a rare asset with unlimited potential. Built between 1938-1940 under the WPA, this 5,603 sq. ft. stone structure was crafted from locally quarried native stone. giving it a level of permanence, texture and architectural presence impossible to replicate today. Set on 1.68 acre fronting Hwy 181, this property offers exceptional visibility, easy access and a commanding footprint ideal for transformation into a destination event venue, boutique retreat, creative studio or mixed use commercial concept. Special details include a stately columned entrance with carved stone pediment, multiple chimneys rising above the roofline, thick hand laid stone walls, and a dramatic symmetrical facade with timeless appeal. The arched walls made of stone and situated around the back of the building are another example of true craftmanship as is the AUDITORIUM stone pediment. This is truly a gem! Located 70.5 miles from Corpus Christi, 77.8 miles to San Antonio and 53 miles to Victoria. 13.9 miles North of Beeville
Property Highlights
- Status
- Active
- Price
- $299,000
- Property Type
- Acreage
- Bathrooms
- 0
- Living Area
- 5,603 Sq Ft
- Lot Size
- 1.68 Acres
- Subdivision
- N/A
- School District
- PettusISD
- MLS / Listing ID
- 478075
Listing attribution: Courtesy of Rabe Real Estate LLC · Janet DiMaggio.
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$2,403/mo
- Principal & Int.
- $1,512/mo
- Est. Property Tax
- $561/mo
- Hazard + Windstorm
- $330/mo
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