Timeless Craftsmanship
Historic homes offer distinctive architectural details and craftsmanship that have endured through generations.
Texas Historic Homes / For Home Buyers
Historic
Home Buyers
Own a piece of Texas history. Discover the craftsmanship, architectural beauty, and lasting character of a historic home.
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Timeless Architecture
Historic Homes and Preservation
The Value of Historic Homes
Become Part of a Home's History
Texas historic home buyers are often first attracted by the unique architectural beauty and craftsmanship of many historic homes that have withstood the test of time. Some buyers are also interested in owning a real piece of history and preserving it for future generations while living in the home themselves. You'll become part of the home's history too. Historic homeowners are often fondly remembered for their contribution to the home's preservation.
The Historic Home Experience
More Than Just a Place to Live
Preserve Texas History
Owning a historic home can provide an opportunity to protect its character and contribute to its preservation for future generations.
Create Your Own Legacy
As a historic homeowner, you become part of the property's ongoing story while making it your own home.
Historic Home Buying / Expert Guidance
Knowledge That Makes a Difference
Buying a historic home takes research and planning on the part of the home buyer and their real estate agent. Betty Saenz is a Texas Realtor® who specializes in historic homes. She is a certified Texas Historic Home Specialist through Preservation Dallas. She has the knowledge and research tools necessary to successfully market houses in older and historic neighborhoods.
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How Betty Can Help You Buy a Historic Home
As a Texas Historic Home Specialist, Betty Saenz can help you:
Find the Right Historic Home
Find the right historical home for you.
Arrange a Specialized Inspection
Have a formal home inspection conducted by a qualified home inspector who specializes in older homes.
Understand Restoration Costs
Get price estimates from contractors regarding all necessary repair or preservation work.
Review Safety Requirements
Make sure the house meets safety and health standards, including passing asbestos and lead paint tests.
Identify Potential Obstacles
Identify any serious obstacles to purchasing or restoring a historic home.
Understand Rehabilitation Standards
Guide you through the Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings imposed by local/state laws on owners of historic structures. You may have remodeling/expansion plans that you will not be able to fulfill.
Explore Financing and Renovation Loans
Apply for financing or home renovation loans with a mortgage broker who understands historic properties.
The Buying Process
Plan
Ahead
Ahead
Buying a Texas Historic Home
Important Considerations Before You Buy
Research, inspections, preservation requirements, repair costs, and appropriate financing are all important considerations when purchasing an older or historic home.
Working with knowledgeable professionals can help buyers understand the property's condition and plan for its long-term preservation.
Home Condition
Restoration Requirements
Repair and Renovation Costs
Historic Property Loans
Historic Archive
2017
Original Texas Historic Home Buyers Article
Texas Historic Homes Archive
Texas Historic Homes Archive
Historic Home Buyer Resources
Betty's original Texas Historic Home Buyers article was published in June 2017.
The original buyer guidance has been preserved as part of the Texas Historic Homes resource archive.
Historic Archive — Current Home Pricing
Information in this historic archive should not be treated as a current real estate market report. Property prices and availability may change over time.
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Find Your Historic Home
Discover Your Next Piece of Texas History
Search available properties, review current listing information, and connect with Betty Saenz for help finding a historic home.
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Ready to Find Your Historic Home?
Betty Saenz is ready to help Texas historic home buyers find the best historic home for their lifestyle and budget. Contact Betty today for more information.
Call Betty Saenz, Historic House Specialist, at 512-785-5050 to discuss your real estate needs.
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