1008 Hillside Avenue

Austin, TX 78704

$1,175,000
Last List Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,295 Sq. Ft.
$907 / Sq. Ft.
1,295
Sq. Ft.
$907
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover the rare opportunity to own a piece of history in the highly sought-after Norwood Heights located just north of Travis Heights. This prime property, perched above Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin, is surrounded by majestic Live Oaks, offering a serene backdrop for your future home. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle, just two blocks from the scenic Boardwalk over Lady Bird Lake and two blocks to the vibrant SOCO district, packed with dining, shopping, and entertainment options- there's no need...Discover the rare opportunity to own a piece of history in the highly sought-after Norwood Heights located just north of Travis Heights. This prime property, perched above Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin, is surrounded by majestic Live Oaks, offering a serene backdrop for your future home. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle, just two blocks from the scenic Boardwalk over Lady Bird Lake and two blocks to the vibrant SOCO district, packed with dining, shopping, and entertainment options- there's no need for a car here! This vintage bungalow is beautifully maintained with original oak floors, abundant natural light from numerous windows, a view of downtown from the dining room, an inviting screened porch on the east side, a shaded back patio, and a detached two-car garage perfect for your studio or workshop. Remodeled in 2006, this home is ready for your vision and updates. The combination of location, site, and solid structure makes this a prime investment opportunity.

Listing Agent

  1. Michelle Keahey

    Michelle Keahey

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0391774

Property Details for 1008 Hillside Avenue

Subdivision Name
Norwood Heights
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
None
View
City, Trees/Woods
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
02010107100000
Tax Lot
1
LISTING UPDATED: 11/16/2024 09:06 AM

Property Details for 1008 Hillside Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #8624874
Days on Market17
Taxes$14,855 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1933
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,135 SF
CountyTravis County

Building Information for 1008 Hillside Avenue

Stories1Year Built1933Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,135 SF

Property Information for 1008 Hillside Avenue

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
  • Interior Features: Main Level Master, Storage, Track Lighting
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Screened
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate, Stone, Wrought Iron
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Window Features: Screens, Window Treatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Playground, Tennis Court(s)
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers Automatic, Trees Large Size, Views
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Floor Furnace
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground Utilities, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: Separate Shower
  • Room Description: Primary bathroom can also be accessed from the hall.
Room 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: None
  • Room Description: One of two bedrooms could be the primary
Room 3
  • Room Type: Workshop
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: Track Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Natural Woodwork
  • Room Description: Detached garage with two sets of French doors. A perfect place for your workshop or studio.
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Views of downtown from two sides.
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Track Lighting
  • Room Description: Open to dining room with wall of cabinets for additional storage. Butcher block counter tops.
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 4
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 5
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $746,425
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Rate: 1.57%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Directions: From S. Congress go east on Academy, and left on Hillside to Bonnieview. From Riverside Dr. go south on Newning, right on Le Grande and right on Hillside.

Property History for 1008 Hillside Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 1008 Hillside Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$680,000Additions$250,890Total$930,890
Tax Record2022$10,398 ($866 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,295 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,295 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,136 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1933CountyTRAVISAPN0201010710

Schools near 1008 Hillside Avenue

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3
Rating
School
Distance
Travis Heights Elementary School
CharterPK to 5

Fulmore Middle School
Public6 to 8

Travis High School
Public9 to 12

Daep- El
Public3

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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