618 Denson Dr
Description
The light and airy main residence offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a ground-floor primary suite, open kitchen/living/dining, and 2 guest bedrooms,...Step into what feels like the pages of Dwell magazine—an artfully reimagined 1950s ranchette turned modern compound in the heart of Austin. Thoughtfully expanded and renovated by husband-and-wife architect-design team, this Highland gem effortlessly blends mid-century charm with minimalist design, high-end finishes, and a thoughtful, versatile floor plan.
The light and airy main residence offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a ground-floor primary suite, open kitchen/living/dining, and 2 guest bedrooms, plus a flex space upstairs. Enter into the playful foyer, with a high traffic “drop zone” and accented with apple green paint and Farrow and Ball wallpaper. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, Caesarstone countertops, marble tile backsplash, floating shelves, eat-in island, and an adjacent walk-in pantry. The spacious ground-floor primary suite overlooks the private backyard oasis through a massive picture window. Original solid white oak floors were carefully preserved, with new matching oak added through the addition. The star of this show is the vaulted living room with exposed beams and illuminated with Velux skylights, seamlessly opening up to the outdoor living space. Bathrooms feature Heath Ceramics tile & Kohler fixtures. Clever plywood storage throughout.
The detached casita offers space for guests and a home office. Operating as the Highland Hideaway Airbnb, it generates approximately $30,000 of turnkey passive income annually, with guests praising its “adorable design” and “perfect location—minutes from everything yet peacefully quiet.”
All major systems—plumbing, electrical, foundation, HVAC—were replaced during 2019 renovation. New roof installed in 2024. Casita was built in 2020. Additional upgrades include dual EV chargers, Nest thermostats, and keyless entry. Located in Austin’s Highland neighborhood, this home offers unmatched access to everything Austin—walkable to top-rated schools, coffee shops, breweries, and restaurants.
Listing Agent
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Property Details for 618 Denson Drive
Property Details for 618 Denson Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 7417758 |
| Days on Market | 87 |
| Taxes | $11,246 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1951 |
| Lot Size | 0.16 AC / 7,004 SF |
| County | Travis County |
Location
Sold By Christie's Int'l Real Estate, Lindsey Hicks, TREC #0679864
Building Information for 618 Denson Drive
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1Property Information for 618 Denson Drive
- Garage Spaces: 0
- Parking Total: 4
- Parking Features: Driveway, Open, Off Street, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Garage: No
- Covered Spaces: 0
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Master, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, FreeStandingGasOven, Disposal, GasRange, Microwave, RangeHood, StainlessSteelAppliances, VentedExhaustFan, Washer
- Fireplace: No
- Fireplaces Total: 0
- Fireplace Features: None
- Laundry Features: LaundryRoom, WasherHookup, GasDryerHookup
- Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://www.618densondrive.com/
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://u-618-denson-drive.squarespace.com/
- Restrictions: NoRestrictions
- Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, Garden, Private Yard
- New Construction: No
- Construction Materials: Blown In Insulation, Frame, Hardiplank Type, Wood Siding
- Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier, Slab
- Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Roof: Composition, Metal, Shingle
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Privacy, Wood
- Direction Faces: South
- Window Features: DoublePaneWindows, WindowTreatments
- Accessibility Features: None
- Community Features: Playground, Curbs
- FEMA Flood Plain: No
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Trees Medium Size
- Horse: No
- Horse Amenities: None
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating YN: Yes
- Heating: Central
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Room Type: Bathroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Features: EnSuiteBathroom, VaultedCeilings, WalkInShower
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Features: CeilingFans, HighCeilings, VaultedCeilings
- Room Type: Bathroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Features: EnSuiteBathroom, HighCeilings, JackAndJillBath, VaultedCeilings
- Room Type: Bathroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Features: CeilingFans, HighCeilings
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Features: CeilingFans, HighCeilings
- Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: EnSuiteBathroom, HighCeilings
- Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: CeilingFans, EnSuiteBathroom, HighCeilings, WalkInClosets
- Room Type: LivingRoom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: CeilingFans, CathedralCeilings, HighCeilings, NaturalWoodwork
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Features: BreakfastArea, DiningArea, EatInKitchen, HighCeilings, KitchenIsland, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, Pantry, QuartzCounters
- Permission: IDX
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- Association: No
- Tax Assessed Value: $567,436
- Additional Parcels: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Rate: 1.98%
- Security Features: None
- Directions: From Downtown: Take Lamar North, turn right on Denson. Property is on your left.
Property History for 618 Denson Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2026 | Sold ACTRIS #2652512 | — |
| 03/13/2026 | Sold ACTRIS #7417758 | — |
| 02/22/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #2652512 | — |
| 02/22/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #7417758 | — |
| 02/21/2026 | Pending ACTRIS #7417758 | — |
| 02/21/2026 | Pending ACTRIS #2652512 | — |
| 02/12/2026 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #7417758 | — |
| 02/12/2026 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #2652512 | — |
| 02/06/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #7417758 | — |
| 02/06/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #2652512 | — |
| 01/22/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #2652512 | $875,000 |
| 01/22/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #7417758 | $875,000 |
| 01/19/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #7417758 | $895,000 |
| 01/19/2026 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #7417758 | $875,000 |
| 01/19/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #2652512 | $895,000 |
| 01/19/2026 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #2652512 | $875,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #7417758 | $895,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #2652512 | $895,000 |
| 12/17/2025 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #2652512 | $895,000 |
| 12/06/2025 | Price Change ACTRIS #7417758 | $895,000 |
| 11/12/2025 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #7417758 | $900,000 |
| 09/16/2025 | Expired ACTRIS #7714315 | $895,000 |
| 09/12/2025 | Temporarily Off Market ACTRIS #7714315 | $895,000 |
| 08/22/2025 | Price Change ACTRIS #7714315 | $945,000 |
| 08/14/2025 | Price Change ACTRIS #7714315 | $995,000 |
| 08/06/2025 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #7714315 | $1,100,000 |
| 03/08/2018 | — | |
| 01/31/2018 | $349,500 | |
| 12/06/2017 | $349,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 618 Denson Drive
Schools near 618 Denson Drive
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 8 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Reilly Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Lamar 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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