Kosse Real Estate
Kosse, TX: Where Texas Swing and Small-Town Roots Meet
For buyers who appreciate a genuine slice of Texas heritage, Kosse offers a story you won't find in many other small towns. This Limestone County community sits on State Highways 14 and 7 near the Falls County line in southwestern Limestone County. Its quiet, rural setting makes it a great fit for anyone looking to slow down while staying connected to the surrounding region.
Kosse's history stretches back to the 1840s, when settlers first made homes near Duck Creek and ran a stage stop along the Franklin-Springfield and Waco-Marlin routes. The town really took shape in 1869, when it became the end of the Houston and Texas Central Railway and was named for Theodore Kosse, the railroad's chief engineer. Kosse grew quickly from there, even becoming home to the first brickyard in the county. By 1928, the town's population had grown to 1,500, fueled in part by a short-lived oil boom in 1922 that briefly brought thousands of new residents to town.
Kosse holds a special place in music history, too—it's proudly known as the birthplace of Bob Wills, the musician who brought "Texas Swing" to popular and country music.
Today, Kosse offers residents a peaceful, close-knit lifestyle with plenty of outdoor recreation nearby. Fort Parker and Lake Limestone are both close by, making hunting and fishing popular pastimes in the area. Students in the area attend the highly rated Groesbeck Independent School District.
With its rich history, small-town charm, and easy access to area lakes and parks, Kosse is a great choice for buyers seeking an authentic taste of rural Central Texas living.
For buyers who appreciate a genuine slice of Texas heritage, Kosse offers a story you won't find in many other small towns. This Limestone County community sits on State Highways 14 and 7 near the Falls County line in southwestern Limestone County. Its quiet, rural setting makes it a great fit for anyone looking to slow down while staying connected to the surrounding region.
Kosse's history stretches back to the 1840s, when settlers first made homes near Duck Creek and ran a stage stop along the Franklin-Springfield and Waco-Marlin routes. The town really took shape in 1869, when it became the end of the Houston and Texas Central Railway and was named for Theodore Kosse, the railroad's chief engineer. Kosse grew quickly from there, even becoming home to the first brickyard in the county. By 1928, the town's population had grown to 1,500, fueled in part by a short-lived oil boom in 1922 that briefly brought thousands of new residents to town.
Kosse holds a special place in music history, too—it's proudly known as the birthplace of Bob Wills, the musician who brought "Texas Swing" to popular and country music.
Today, Kosse offers residents a peaceful, close-knit lifestyle with plenty of outdoor recreation nearby. Fort Parker and Lake Limestone are both close by, making hunting and fishing popular pastimes in the area. Students in the area attend the highly rated Groesbeck Independent School District.
With its rich history, small-town charm, and easy access to area lakes and parks, Kosse is a great choice for buyers seeking an authentic taste of rural Central Texas living.
Most Popular
602 S Mignonette Street
$96,000
Most Expensive
437 Lcr 664
$599,900
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602 S Mignonette Street
$96000
Kosse Listings Summary
Kosse - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Kosse: $241,400 / County Avg $343,700
70%
Avg Taxes in Kosse: $2,200 / County Avg $3,500
62%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Kosse: 1,458 / County Avg 1,961
74%
Avg Price per/sqft in Kosse:$166 / County Avg $175
94%
Avg Year Built in Kosse: 1997 / County Avg 1986
101%
Avg Days on Website in Kosse: 432 / County Avg 278
155%
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| BREWER |
| G Gentry |
| Gentry |
| Herrold Dennis |
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| Tod Walt Taylor |
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