About this home

Built in 1900, this remarkable historic Sherman property is a blend of timeless craftsmanship, elegant architecture, and modern versatility. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, every space reflects the character and quality that make historic properties so special. When you arrive, the stately front porch, towering columns, stained glass windows, and gated driveway create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, you'll find rich architectural details, beautiful woodwork, soaring ceilings, and craftsmanship that simply cannot be replicated today. The home features two spacious primary suites, a fully finished attic offering additional living space, and a basement providing valuable storage rarely found in North Texas. The detached carriage house with a two-car garage adds even more flexibility as a guest house, private office, workshop, studio, or additional storage. What truly sets this property apart is its unique potential. According to the City of Sherman, the property is currently zoned C-1 (Retail Business District) This creates a rare opportunity for a wide variety of commercial uses, including professional and government offices, medical and dental clinics, health and wellness businesses, barbershops, bakeries, catering services, florists, neighborhood grocery or specialty food stores, massage therapy, laboratories, restaurants, boutiques, retail shops, and many other permitted uses. Please see TransactionDesk for the GIS map, City of Sherman Use Type Chart, and the City's email confirming the current C-1 zoning designation. Buyers are responsible for independently verifying all zoning information, permitted uses, grandfathered residential status, and any intended use with the City of Sherman. Whether you're looking for an extraordinary historic home, a signature business location, or a unique investment opportunity, 511 S. Travis Street is truly one of Sherman's architectural treasures. Schedule your private showing today.

Facts and features

Schools

• Washington Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.3 mi

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• Piner Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 0.5 mi

  5

• Sherman High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.6 mi

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• St Marys Catholic School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.2 mi

• Grayson Christian School

  elementary · K-12 · 0.4 mi

• Crutchfield Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 1.2 mi

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Price history

• Aug 3, 2026 · Price Changed$649,000
• Jun 29, 2026 · Listed$699,000
• Mar 27, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Sep 5, 2025 · Price Changed$760,000
• May 25, 2025 · Price Changed$820,000
• Nov 23, 2024 · Price Changed$844,000
• Jun 28, 2024 · Price Changed$849,000
• Jun 4, 2024 · Price Changed$889,000

Tax history

• 2026$16,210 tax · $739,115 assessed
• 2025$13,509 tax · $615,929 assessed
• 2023$4,365 tax · $186,276 assessed
• 2022$6,264 tax · $267,292 assessed
• 2021$5,290 tax · $217,217 assessed
• 2020$4,215 tax · $168,171 assessed
• 2019$4,142 tax · $157,830 assessed
• 2018$4,023 tax · $149,284 assessed

Home value

$638,291

• Quantarium$638,291
• Cotality$623,200
• Collateral Analytics$643,000

Where it is