604 E 42nd St

Austin, TX 78751

$995,000
Last List Price
3
Beds
1,515 Sq. Ft.
$657 / Sq. Ft.
1,515
Sq. Ft.
$657
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/4/23
Closed 4/4/23

Description

A++ location! Vintage charm blends with modern updates in this 1930s Hancock cottage. The smart, convenient floorplan provides 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 living areas, an open kitchen with connected dining area, and a dedicated utility room. Exposed ship lap walls, original long-leaf pine floors, and extra-tall baseboards are among the period-style design details found throughout the home. Recent roof. Recent interior and exterior paint. Recent foundation leveling with transferrable warranty. Low-maintenance...A++ location! Vintage charm blends with modern updates in this 1930s Hancock cottage. The smart, convenient floorplan provides 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 living areas, an open kitchen with connected dining area, and a dedicated utility room. Exposed ship lap walls, original long-leaf pine floors, and extra-tall baseboards are among the period-style design details found throughout the home. Recent roof. Recent interior and exterior paint. Recent foundation leveling with transferrable warranty. Low-maintenance Xeriscaped front yard. Expansive wood deck and large back yard with raised garden beds and ornamental trees. Outstanding location tucked away on a quiet section of 42nd street, just a block from Hancock Golf Course and the Commodore Perry Estate, and three blocks from Hyde Park hot spots including Antonelli’s Cheese, Hyde Park Bar & Grill, Quack’s, Asti’s, and Fresh Plus Grocery. Less than 2 miles to the University of Texas and 3 miles to downtown Austin. Zoned for Lee Elementary. Pre-inspected. Fantastic value and rare opportunity to own in this sought after location.

Listing Agent

  1. Tammy Young, SEED Property Group

    Tammy Young, SEED Property Group

    Listing Agent

    Compass RE Texas, LLC

    TREC #0580831

    P: (512)-777-0205

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Property Details for 604 East 42nd Street

Subdivision Name
IDEAL PLACE
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
02190802310000
Tax Lot
8
LISTING UPDATED: 04/05/2023 08:01 AM

Property Details for 604 East 42nd Street

StatusClosed
MLS #8152574
Days on Market114
Taxes$14,267 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1932
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,878 SF
CountyTravis County
Buyer's Agent Compensation3%
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Location

Sold By Compass RE Texas, LLC, Chris Long, TREC #0506684

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Building Information for 604 East 42nd Street

Stories1Year Built1932Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,878 SF

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Property Information for 604 East 42nd Street

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Outside
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Coffered Ceilings, Granite Counters, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Main Level Master, Pantry, Vaulted Ceilings, Natural Woodwork
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Window Features: None
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Level, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: CeilingFans
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: GraniteCounters
Room 3
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: Chandelier
Room 4
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: DoubleVanity
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 4
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $655,453
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Rate: 2.57%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: From Duval, take 42nd street East.

Property History for 604 East 42nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Apr 4, 2023

Sold

ACTRIS #8152574

——
Mar 22, 2023

Pending

ACTRIS #8152574

——
Mar 21, 2023

Pending

ACTRIS #8152574

$925,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/04/2023

Sold

ACTRIS #8152574

—
03/22/2023

Pending

ACTRIS #8152574

—
03/21/2023

Pending

ACTRIS #8152574

$925,000

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

Public Records for 604 East 42nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$350,000Additions$487,171Total$837,171
Tax Record2024$16,591 ($1,383 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,515 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,515 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,878 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1932CountyTRAVISAPN02190802310000

Schools near 604 East 42nd Street

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lee Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Kealing Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
McCallum High School
Public - 9 to 12
Leadership Academy
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lee Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Kealing Middle School
Public6 to 8

McCallum High School
Public9 to 12

Leadership Academy
Public8 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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