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    • $795,000

    1709 Drake Ave, Austin, TX 78704

    2beds
    850sqft
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    $5,856/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    4,521 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $935/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original hardwood floorsMultiple windowsFenced backyardCheery yellow doorFront porch swingBack deck for entertaining
    1709 Drake Avenue - the most perfect location in Travis Heights. Only three blocks to South Congress. Far enough for privacy, close enough for coffee, surrounded by other charming bungalows. At this price you can have your own a piece of Travis Heights history. The front porch swing invites you up the steps and the cheery yellow door welcomes you inside. A cozy living room with original hardwood floors and multiple windows offers a homey place to relax. The dining room is the center of the home which has easy access to the kitchen. There are two bedrooms and one full bathroom in between. Or create an office instead of a second bedroom. Head out to the back deck for entertaining. There is a fenced backyard + a detached garage/storage shed. The Travis Heights neighborhood features Big Stacy Park & Pool, Little Stacy kids playscape, wading pool, and tennis courts. Steps to restaurants, bars and shopping on South Congress. Come live in the heart of it all and make memories of your very own in this enchanting cottage!
    25 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Heather Witbeck (512) 920-2521,

    Compass RE Texas, LLC (512) 575-3644

    Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 1194091MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Wall Furnace
      Cooling
      • Wall/Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Granite Counters, No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Window Treatments, Wood Frames
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 850 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Private Yard
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 4,521 Square Feet
      • Features: Back Yard
      Details
      • Additional structures: None
      • Parcel number: 03020015020000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Internet-Fiber, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Park, Playground, Pool
      • Subdivision: Fairview Park
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Austin

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $935/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $695,369
      • Annual tax amount: $14,231
      • Date on market: 9/10/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/10/2026Listed for sale$795,000$935/sqft
        Source: Unlock MLS #1194091 Report a problem
        2/25/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/24/2020Listing removed$2,950$3/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/5/2020Listed for rent$2,950-7.8%$3/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        8/17/2017Listing removed$3,200$4/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        2/24/2017Listed for rent$3,200$4/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/21/2016Listing removed$3,200$4/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/19/2015Listed for rent$3,200$4/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/18/2015Listing removed$3,200$4/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/19/2015Listed for rent$3,200$4/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$14,231 -17.1%$695,369 -19.7%
        2024$17,161 +22.4%$865,916 +11.7%
        2023$14,022 -4.8%$775,000 -13.7%
        2022$14,729 $898,162 +72.3%
        2021-- $521,305 +11.2%
        2020$10,434 +3.8%$468,600
        2019$10,051 +4.1%$468,600 +15.7%
        2018$9,651 $405,000 -7.1%
        2017$9,651 +11.3%$435,922 +8.5%
        2016$8,675 $401,743 +1.8%
        2015$8,675 $394,595 +8.2%
        2014$8,675 $364,530 +9.8%
        2013-- $332,050 +39.7%
        2012-- $237,714 -1.2%
        2011-- $240,606 -4.9%
        2010-- $252,900 +10%
        2009-- $229,909 +10%
        2008-- $209,008 +10%
        2007-- $190,007 +10%
        2006-- $172,734 +10%
        2005-- $157,031 +31.2%
        2002$473 $119,719
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: South River City

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        53 / 100
        Good Transit
        83 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Travis Hts
        • Middle: O Henry
        • High: Austin
        • District: Austin ISD

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