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Austin,TX 78702
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,106 sqft
Price per Sqft $587
Subdivision Bensons
MLS Listing ID 3887255
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1936
Annual Tax Amount $10,205
Tax Year 2022
Lot Size 3,493 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Unbeatable location in the sought-after Holly Neighborhood, this unique home is just steps from Holly Shores Park, trails, and Lady Bird Lake—ideal for pet lovers, cyclists, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Featured in Apartment Therapy, it blends timeless character with modern versatility.
Inside, high ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy feel. The front room includes French doors and a built-in Murphy bed, easily converting into a guest suite or flex space. A one-of-a-kind stone room—crafted by the original stone mason owner—features skylights and a built-in bench with storage, ideal as a dining room or potential third en-suite bedroom.
The sunny kitchen includes white porcelain tile countertops, a pantry, and space for a cozy bistro table for morning coffee. Behind kitchen is a workspace with ample cabinetry perfect for creative projects or remote work. The laundry area offers shelving for more storage and a stacked washer/dryer.
Engineered wood and tile flooring run throughout. The fenced backyard is ideal for entertaining, with a Tiki bar, a producing pecan tree, and space to relax, entertain or garden. A detached studio/office with its own AC unit offers a quiet retreat for work or hobbies.
Close to East Austin's best—Launderette, Bufalina, Intero, Juniper, Kemuri Tatsu-Ya—and just a bike ride to breweries, De Nada Cantina, and East 6th. Walk Score 87, Bike Score 96, and under 3 miles to UT and major hospitals.
Eligible for up to $17,500 in grant money through a program with Bank of America. Call listing agent for details.
Location
State TX
County Travis
Interior
Heating Central,Natural Gas
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Flooring No Carpet,Tile,Wood
Exterior
Exterior Feature Exterior Steps,Rain Gutters,Private Yard
Fence Back Yard,Chain Link,Wood
Pool None
Community Features Trail(s)
Utilities Available Above Ground
Waterfront Description None
View None
Roof Type Composition
Building
Lot Description Back Yard,Front Yard,Near Public Transit,Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft),Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Wood Siding,Stone
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Sanchez
Middle Schools Martin
High Schools Eastside Early College
School District Austin Isd
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard