372 Magazine Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130
City/New Braunfels · Comal County
Key Facts
Description
The Dittlinger Estate is a cornerstone of New Braunfels history. Situated on 1.6 acres in the revered Sophienburg Hill Historic District, this 1910 landmark was commissioned by Hippolyt Dittlinger, known as the Father of Industry in New Braunfels, and designed by architect James Wahrenberger. The stately two-story brick home features symmetrical columned porches and ornate detailing, reflects a level of craftsmanship rarely seen today. The dramatic central bay window, deep overhanging eaves, and timeless classical proportions speak to a time when homes were designed not just for living, but for legacy. The residence spans approximately 4,591 sq ft, offering grand yet livable areas with longleaf yellow pine framing milled on-site and prized for its durability. A rare full basement further enhances the home’s uniqueness. Beyond the main residence, the estate features a historic carriage house & garage, a detached guest residence known as the Professor’s House, and a wash house with an upper open-air porch, providing flexibility for a variety of uses. The grounds are park-like, featuring mature pecan trees, some planted to commemorate family milestones, which create a canopy of shad. A thoughtfully placed pool & spa introduce modern luxury without compromising historical integrity. Ideally located across from the Sophienburg Museum and just minutes from downtown New Braunfels, Landa Park, the Comal River, and Gruene. The estate is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the city and has remained in the hands of stewards who understood its importance, including descendants of the original family & a former Mayor of New Braunfels, whom undertook a careful restoration worthy of its legacy. This is not a home you simply purchase. It is one you inherit, with the responsibility and privilege of carrying its story forward. Certain homes are built. Others are remembered.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Living Area
4,591 sq ft
Lot Size
1.60 acres
Parking Spaces
4
Ownership
Fee-Simple
Days on Market
92
MLS® Listing#
4778085
Property Features
Interior
Exterior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Fireplace
Pool
Parking
Laundry
Patio
Fencing
Lot Features
Construction
Foundation
Roof
Windows
Other Structures
Community
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- Carl Schurz
- Middle:
- Oakrun
- High:
- New Braunfels
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$23,390
Tax year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,335,338
Parcel Number
2146
Directions
From S.A.- Take IH-35 N, Exit 185 (FM-1044), Take Left on Schmidt Ave, Take Right on Elliot Knox Blvd, Take Left on Magazine Ave.
Affordability Calculator
$600,000
Estimated monthly payment
$15,967/mo
Principal $2,400,000 · Est. interest $3,348,214 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in New Braunfels, TX
- $376,751
- Median Listing Price
- 72
- Median Days on Market
- 2,142
- Median Sq Ft
- $187
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 2,677
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 696% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 249% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in New Braunfels, TX.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Carl Schurz Elementary
Elementary · 0.1 mi away
New Braunfels H S Ninth Grade Center
School · 0.2 mi away
New Braunfels Middle School
Elementary · 0.2 mi away
Day School
School · 0.3 mi away
New Braunfels Independent School District
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
New Braunfels Independent School District
Elementary · 0.5 mi away
New Braunfels Independent School District
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
New Braunfels Isd
School · 1.2 mi away
New Braunfels Independent School District
School · 1.2 mi away
Seele Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
Lone Star Early Childhood Center
School · 1.4 mi away
Learning Their Way
School · 1.4 mi away
Head Start of South Central Texas
School · 1.5 mi away
Walnut Springs Elementary
Elementary · 1.6 mi away
Memorial Elementary
Elementary · 1.7 mi away
Memorial Early College H S with St Philip's
School · 1.7 mi away
Church Hill Middle School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
Memorial Primary School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
Comal Discipline Center
Secondary · 1.9 mi away
Cisd Memorial Early College High School W/Northeast Lakeview College
School · 1.9 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty N - (832) 922-8218
Last Updated: 2026-04-02