606 E 42nd St

2,335 Sq. Ft.
$640 / Sq. Ft.
2,335
Sq. Ft.
$640
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Incredible renovation of 1930s Craftsman bungalow situated on one of the best streets in Hancock with no through traffic and walking distance to Hancock Golf Course, Hyde Park restaurants and shops, Shipe Park and pool, and the Commodore Perry Estate. The first floor includes a library with extensive built-ins (great as an office space), two bedrooms with shared hall bath, and a large open kitchen, living, and sunken dining space. The kitchen, designed with foodies in mind, boasts a stunning 44-inch...Incredible renovation of 1930s Craftsman bungalow situated on one of the best streets in Hancock with no through traffic and walking distance to Hancock Golf Course, Hyde Park restaurants and shops, Shipe Park and pool, and the Commodore Perry Estate. The first floor includes a library with extensive built-ins (great as an office space), two bedrooms with shared hall bath, and a large open kitchen, living, and sunken dining space. The kitchen, designed with foodies in mind, boasts a stunning 44-inch La Cornue range, 132-bottle built-in wine refrigerator, eat-in island, quartz counters, white shaker-style cabinetry, pantry and excellent storage. Also on the first floor is a dedicated utility room. The incredible dual-sided gas fireplace faces the living room and adjacent screened porch for a truly cozy extension of the living area. Upstairs, an owner's sanctuary with a nook for a home office, a large walk-in closet with thoughtful built-ins, a luxurious bathroom with walk-in shower and dual vanities, and a private patio overlooking the neighborhood treetops. Metal roof. Automatic irrigation. Attached 1-car carport. Large backyard with room for pool. Tons of natural light, high ceilings, and reclaimed hardwood floors throughout this Hancock charmer. Zoned for Lee Elementary.

Listing Agent

  1. Tammy Young, SEED Property Group

    Tammy Young, SEED Property Group

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0580831

    tammy.young@compass.com

    P: (512)-777-0205

Property Details for 606 East 42nd Street

Subdivision Name
Ideal Place
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
02190802300000
Tax Lot
7
LISTING UPDATED: 04/23/2026 10:21 AM

Property Details for 606 East 42nd Street

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #1516259
Days on Market6
Taxes$16,845 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1932
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,851 SF
CountyTravis County
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Building Information for 606 East 42nd Street

Stories2Year Built1932Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,851 SF

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Property Information for 606 East 42nd Street

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk In Closets
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, Private Yard
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Window Features: Blinds, DoublePaneWindows
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None, Curbs
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Golf Course, Landscaped, Few Trees
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $823,100
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 2.05%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: None
  • Directions: From W 45th St, turn right onto Duval St, turn left onto E 42nd St, house is on your left

Property History for 606 East 42nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Apr 23, 2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #1516259

Apr 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1516259

$1,495,000
Jul 23, 2025

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #1334896

$1,575,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/23/2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #1516259

04/16/2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1516259

$1,495,000
07/23/2025

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #1334896

$1,575,000

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

Public Records for 606 East 42nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$350,000Additions$717,229Total$1,067,229
Tax Record2024$15,909 ($1,326 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,335 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,335 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,852 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1932CountyTRAVISAPN02190802300000

Schools near 606 East 42nd Street

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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