948 Maple Street is one of Lockhart’s true grand dames—a stately historic residence that evokes the Vernacular Greek Revival and Southern Colonial Revival homes found throughout the Blackland Prairie region. Built in 1932 and situated on a rare half-acre corner lot near the town’s historic core, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 3,290 square feet of living space, remarkable architectural presence, and extraordinary potential for restoration and reimagination.
Defined by formal symmetry, full-height classical columns, brick construction, and a standing-seam metal roof, the home retains much of its original character and craftsmanship. Historic details include oak hardwood floors, beadboard and shiplap walls and ceilings, original tilework, handcrafted wood cabinetry, and a striking pedimented entry. New windows have been installed throughout, while the front façade remains largely unchanged, preserving the home’s timeless curb appeal.
Inside, the first floor features expansive living spaces, including a formal living room with gas fireplace, a den, office, and an open-concept kitchen designed as the heart of the home. An oversized island measuring approximately 4.9 by 9 feet houses the gas cooktop and oven and is topped with reclaimed 100-year-old barn wood. Abundant custom cabinetry surrounds the space, including an original corner cabinet dating to 1932. A rare two-story laundry chute still connects the upstairs hallway to the kitchen area below.
Farmhouse doors open from the kitchen into an additional den and office area totaling approximately 600 square feet, while a private courtyard provides a peaceful outdoor retreat. The downstairs powder room retains its original pink and blue tile, preserving a delightful piece of the home’s history.
Upstairs are three bedrooms, a spacious primary suite with ensuite bath, a large third-floor closet, and a partially finished attic offering excellent potential as a studio, office, or additional storage. Two additional bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill layout, while a full hall bath showcases original tile details and classic period character.
A rare basement, approximately half the footprint of the home, contains an antique safe and currently serves as the laundry area, providing valuable functional space seldom found in homes of this era.
The grounds are equally captivating. Mature pecan, live oak, crepe myrtle, pomegranate, and bamboo create a lush landscape with inviting outdoor vignettes, including covered porches, patios, courtyards, and a gracious side porch with private access to the living room. A 50-foot hand-dug well with fresh water remains on the property. The lot is enclosed by a distinctive cream-colored brick and wood-column fence ready for restoration.
A detached two-car garage with adjoining flex space offers excellent potential for a guest house, studio, or home office. At the rear of the property sits an impressive 1,500-square-foot workshop (30′ x 50′) featuring 220V power and a heavy-duty slab foundation designed to accommodate vehicles, equipment, or creative pursuits—ideal for artists, musicians, mechanics, collectors, and hobbyists.
Rich with local history, the property is associated with the respected Dr. Fielder family and reflects the architectural ambition and prosperity of Lockhart’s early growth years. While the home will benefit from thoughtful renovation, opportunities to restore a property of this scale, character, and provenance are exceptionally rare.
A distinctive historic property with extraordinary potential in one of Central Texas’s most beloved small towns.
