4509 Merle Dr

1,164 Sq. Ft.
$399 / Sq. Ft.
1,164
Sq. Ft.
$399
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One property. Endless potential. Unlock a rare opportunity in a prime South Austin location! 4509 Merle Street pairs an extensively renovated cottage with rare development and income potential. Set on a generous 0.28-acre lot, this property offers endless possibilities for a range of buyers - homeowners, investors, and developers alike. Live, build, or invest! First-time buyer? Own a charming, move-in-ready home under $500K just four miles from South Congress. Multi-generational living? The cleared...One property. Endless potential. Unlock a rare opportunity in a prime South Austin location! 4509 Merle Street pairs an extensively renovated cottage with rare development and income potential. Set on a generous 0.28-acre lot, this property offers endless possibilities for a range of buyers - homeowners, investors, and developers alike. Live, build, or invest! First-time buyer? Own a charming, move-in-ready home under $500K just four miles from South Congress. Multi-generational living? The cleared rear portion of the lot offers potential for up to two additional dwelling units (ADUs), creating a private family compound. Investor or developer? Add ADUs for three income streams or condoize and sell multiple homes separately. The cottage: Built in 1953, this 1,164-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with modern upgrades. Original hardwood floors, curved archways, and a cozy banquette set the tone, while over $80,000 in improvements deliver peace of mind—updated plumbing, siding, windows, insulation, HVAC, water heater, front porch, and more (detailed list available). The bathroom was fully gutted, expanded and rebuilt in 2025, featuring custom tile, a natural wood vanity, marble countertops, and sleek matte black fixtures for a spa-like feel. The location: Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street, yet just minutes to South Congress, South Lamar, downtown, Central Market, and the airport. Opportunities like this don’t come around often in South Austin. Come see why this jewel is the perfect place to live, build, or invest! Check out the website for floorplan and survey - https://www.4509merle.com
  1. Listed by Mary Daniels • TREC #0649321 • Brokerage DRE #9010968 • Keller Williams Realty
    P: (512)-360-8764 C: (512)-360-8764 mary@jewelrealtygroup.com

Property Details for 4509 Merle Drive

Subdivision Name
Ford Place 01
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
04081204050000
Tax Lot
5
LISTING UPDATED: 03/11/2026 04:57 PM

Property Details for 4509 Merle Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #4475028
Days on Market3
Taxes$8,984 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
CountyTravis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Mary Daniels, TREC #0649321

Sold By Compass RE Texas, LLC, Erin Scialabba, TREC #0770606

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Building Information for 4509 Merle Drive

Stories1Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

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Property Information for 4509 Merle Drive

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Main Level Master
  • Flooring: Tile
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Direction Faces: Northwest
  • Window Features: Blinds, DoublePaneWindows
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: None
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: RecessedLighting
Room 2
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: EnSuiteBathroom
Room 3
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Features: CeilingFans
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $438,994
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 2.05%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: None
  • Directions: Manchaca south from South Lamar. Left at the light on Redd/Western Trails (Joslin Elementary on far corner). Merle is first Right.

Property History for 4509 Merle Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Mar 11, 2026

Sold

ACTRIS #4475028

Feb 7, 2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #4475028

Feb 7, 2026

Pending

ACTRIS #4475028

Feb 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4475028

$465,000
Jun 7, 2019

Sold

ACTRIS #4508738

Apr 18, 2019

Pending

ACTRIS #4508738

$370,000
Sep 28, 2018

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4508738

$375,000
Aug 31, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #166526893

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/11/2026

Sold

ACTRIS #4475028

02/07/2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #4475028

02/07/2026

Pending

ACTRIS #4475028

02/04/2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4475028

$465,000
06/07/2019

Sold

ACTRIS #4508738

04/18/2019

Pending

ACTRIS #4508738

$370,000
09/28/2018

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4508738

$375,000
08/31/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #166526893

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Public Records for 4509 Merle Drive

Taxable ValueLand$373,137Additions$65,857Total$438,994
Tax Record2024$7,529 ($627 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,164 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,164 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,188 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953CountyTRAVISAPN04081204050000

Schools near 4509 Merle Drive

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Joslin Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Covington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Crockett High School
Public9 to 12

Richards School For Young Women Leaders
Public6 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Mary Daniels, TREC #0649321

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