1206 Ruth Ave

Austin, TX 78757

$599,000
Price
14,305 / 0.33
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Crestview beautiful tree shaded lot. A very special property located in the heart of the Crestview neighborhood. The lot features mature hardwood trees & flowering crepe myrtles. The value is in the lot. The existing home is a tear down. There is a 2 car garage behind the house that was converted into a shop with electricity as well as an additional small storage building on the property. The large beautiful treed back yard is very private.  The lot may potentially accommodate a large home all...Crestview beautiful tree shaded lot. A very special property located in the heart of the Crestview neighborhood. The lot features mature hardwood trees & flowering crepe myrtles. The value is in the lot. The existing home is a tear down. There is a 2 car garage behind the house that was converted into a shop with electricity as well as an additional small storage building on the property. The large beautiful treed back yard is very private.  The lot may potentially accommodate a large home all subject to City, County, State & Federal Code & deed restrictions. This wonderful neighborhood is conveniently located close to shopping & dining. Kids can ride their bike to nearby Brentwood elementary.  The interiors of the house and shop can be viewed during the option period only. Come build your dream home on this stunning lot.

Property Details for 1206 Ruth Avenue

Subdivision Name
Violet Crown Heights Sec 01
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
02310812110000
Tax Lot
4
LISTING UPDATED: 07/31/2025 09:49 PM

Property Details for 1206 Ruth Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #1275111
Days on Market143
Taxes$13,526 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Unimproved Land
Year Built-
Lot Size0.33 AC
CountyTravis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Zilker Properties of Austin, Abbe Waldman, TREC #0318731
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Building Information for 1206 Ruth Avenue

Lot Size0.33 AC

Payment Calculator

$4,087 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,960

Property Taxes

$1,127

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1206 Ruth Avenue

General Information
Interior
Exterior
  • New Construction: No
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Gate, Wood
  • Community Features: Street Lights
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: Yes-100 yr
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit, Many Trees, Trees Large Size
  • Zoning: residential as allowed by
  • Mineral Rights: SeeRemarks
  • Horse: No
  • Corporate Owner Allowed YN: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Num Sheds: 2.0
  • Num Barns: 0.0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground Utilities, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $678,240
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 1.80%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Directions: From Mopac-Loop One exit on 2222 West Koenig Drive-2222 going east to Woodrow Avenue. Take a left on Woodrow going north. Take a right on Ruth Avenue going east. the property will be on your left.

Property History for 1206 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jul 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6132912

$599,000—
Jul 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1275111

$599,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/22/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6132912

$599,000
07/22/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1275111

$599,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1206 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$415,358Additions$267,171Total$682,529
Tax Record2024$4,015 ($335 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,655 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,655 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,305 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950CountyTRAVISAPN02310812110000

Schools near 1206 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Brentwood Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Lamar Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mccallum High School
Public - 9 to 12
Greenleaf NCC
Charter - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brentwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lamar Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mccallum High School
Public9 to 12

Greenleaf NCC
Charter12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1206 Ruth Avenue, Austin, TX 78757

1206 Ruth Avenue is a 0.33 ac of land for sale in Austin, TX 78757. This property was listed for sale on July 22, 2025 by Zilker Properties of Austin, it's currently listed at $599,000. This listing's school district is Austin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Brentwood Elementary School, Lamar Middle School and Mccallum High School. 1206 Ruth Avenue is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.33 ac of land on a 14,305 sq. ft. / 0.33 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Zilker Properties of Austin, Abbe Waldman, TREC #0318731

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