Historic Charm meets limitless opportunity in East Travis Heights. Step into a rare East Austin treasure with a beautifully remodeled 1910 farmhouse perched on a double hilltop lot with stunning views of downtown Austin. This one-of-a-kind property blends character with modern sophistication and offers unmatched potential in a prime urban location. The primary residence offers 2627 SF of light-filled living space, thoughtfully updated while preserving the original charm. Features include high ceilings, three bedrooms with three full baths, charming fireplaces, and gracious living spaces. The detached garage with 900 SF apartment is ideal for guests, rental income or a home office/studio. The large .6-acre double lot offers the potential for up to 6 dwellings. Additionally, the oversized garage can accommodate 6 to 9 cars depending on lifts. Great option for a car collector or boat storage! Whether you’re seeking a private urban retreat, a prime investment for redevelopment, or a multi-use property with short or long term rental potential, this home offers unmatched flexibility and future upside. Just minutes to downtown Austin, SoCo, Lady Bird Lake, the Hike & Bike Trail, and East Austin hotspots. Enjoy the peace and privacy of a quiet neighborhood combined with the benefits of urban living. This is more than just a home but is a canvas for your vision and is truly a must-see!
Active under contract
$1,500,000
1603 Taylor Gaines St, Austin, TX 78741
4beds
3,527sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.6 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$425/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High ceilingsGracious living spacesCharming fireplaces
- 15 days
- 186
- 20
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dru Brown (512) 480-0848,
Moreland Properties (512) 480-0848
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 5326577
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Multiple Living Areas, Natural Woodwork, Primary Bedroom on Main
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,527 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Boat, Detached, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Guest, Kitchen Level, Private
- Garage spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.6 Acres
- Dimensions: APPR 7/10 ACRE
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 03030507060000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Storage
- Subdivision: SUMMIT HILL
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $425/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $940,000
- Annual tax amount: $18,799
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Owner May Carry
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2026 | Contingent | $1,500,000$425/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000-9.1%$425/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $1,650,000$468/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Price change | $1,650,000-8.1%$468/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+23.8%$509/sqft |
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| 11/22/2021 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/26/2021 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$411/sqft |
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| 10/23/2021 | Contingent | $1,450,000$411/sqft |
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| 10/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$411/sqft |
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| 2/25/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/7/2020 | Listing removed | $1,350 |
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| 8/2/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,350+12.5% |
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| 5/31/2020 | Listing removed | $1,200 |
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| 5/20/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,200-60% |
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| 3/10/2017 | Listing removed | $3,000$1/sqft |
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| 2/28/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,000$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,237 -30.4% | $940,000 -32.6% |
| 2024 | $27,643 +8.9% | $1,394,814 -0.5% |
| 2023 | $25,372 -25% | $1,402,366 -18.2% |
| 2022 | $33,842 | $1,713,600 +148.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $689,938 +10% |
| 2020 | $12,741 +4.2% | $627,216 |
| 2019 | $12,230 +8.9% | $627,216 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $11,233 | $567,371 +2.4% |
| 2017 | $11,233 +22.7% | $553,825 -2% |
| 2016 | $9,154 | $565,194 +20.9% |
| 2015 | $9,154 | $467,663 +21.6% |
| 2014 | $9,154 | $384,657 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $377,283 +7.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $350,959 +1.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $346,077 |
| 2010 | -- | $346,077 -22.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $447,219 +22.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $364,089 +14.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $318,789 +20.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $263,747 +10% |
| 2005 | -- | $239,770 |
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Neighborhood: Riverside
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Travis Hts
- Middle: Lively
- High: Travis
- District: Austin ISD
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