City History

Seguin: Named for a Tejano Hero of the Republic

Seguin was founded in 1838 and renamed in 1839 to honor Juan N. Seguín, a Tejano leader who fought for Texas independence.

Guadalupe County History & Culture

A group of Texas Rangers and settlers laid out the town in August 1838 on the Guadalupe River. They first called it Walnut Springs. In 1839 the town was renamed Seguin to honor Juan N. Seguín, a San Antonio native who served as an officer during the Texas Revolution and later as mayor of San Antonio.

Seguin incorporated in 1853 and became the Guadalupe County seat. The town grew as a cotton and trade center. By the late 1800s it had become a regional hub with railroad access, schools, and churches.

Source to confirm: Handbook of Texas – Seguin, TX

More Guadalupe County notes

Property Tax Basics

Who Appraises Your Property in Guadalupe County

The Guadalupe Appraisal District sets the value on your property each year, and that value drives your tax bill.

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Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemption: Save on Your Tax Bill

If you own and live in your home, you can apply for a homestead exemption that lowers the taxable value of your property.

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Appraisal Protest

Disagree With Your Appraisal? You Can Protest

Property owners in Guadalupe County can formally challenge their appraised value each year before a set deadline.

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Tax Payment

Paying Your Property Taxes in Guadalupe County

The county Tax Assessor-Collector collects property taxes for Guadalupe County and many of its cities and districts.

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