Sold House MLS# ACT4758689

500 E 42nd St

Austin, TX 78751

$480,000

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AgentBobby Baylor
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About 500 E 42nd St

Here's your chance to own a piece of Austin history. Built in 1920, this charming bungalow sits on a corner lot in the heart of Hyde Park and offers endless possibilities for renovation or restoration.

Inside you'll find approximately 970 square feet with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a formal living room, formal dining room, and spacious kitchen. Original architectural details reflect the home's historic character while providing the perfect canvas for your vision.

Outside, the property features a welcoming front porch, covered carport, driveway parking, and mature trees that complement the established neighborhood.

Whether you're an investor, builder, or buyer dreaming of restoring a historic Central Austin home, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare.

Sold as-is.

Property details

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
MLS type
Residential
Status
Closed
Year built
1920
Stories
One
Living area
970 sqft
Price / sqft
$495
Lot
0.091 AC / 3,963 SF
Full baths
1
Original price
$480,000
MLS #
4758689

Interior

Features
Ceiling Fan(s), No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main
Appliances
Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet, Linoleum
Heating
Central
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Laundry
Inside

Exterior & lot

Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Lot
Corner Lot
Fence
Wood
Parking
Carport, Driveway

Schools

District
Austin ISD
Elementary
Lee
Middle
Kealing
High
McCallum

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Financial

Annual tax
$10,749
Tax year
2026
Parcel
02200806110000
Legal
S78FT OF LOT 12 BLK 3 OLT 14 DIV C IDEAL PLACE
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
Ideal Place
County
Travis
Directions
From 35 head east on e41st street. Right on Duval. Home is on the corner of 42nd and Duval.

Location

Neighborhood
Ideal Place

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