$350,000

Property Overview

This charming 1946 cottage on E 46th Street in Hyde Park offers exceptional value as a freestanding home in one of Austin's most desirable neighborhoods. Accessed via private easement and sheltered by mature shade trees, the two-bedroom, one-bath residence sits on over a quarter acre with a fenced yard providing privacy and seclusion rarely found in this central location. Recent updates include a renovated kitchen featuring granite counters and tile backsplash, fresh paint throughout, new carpet, replacement vinyl windows, and a modern stove, creating a move-in-ready property that blends historic character with contemporary comfort.

At 704 square feet, this intimate home maximizes functionality across multiple living areas and dining space, all on one level. Practical amenities include inside laundry, two parking spaces, and utilities running to public water, sewer, and natural gas. The location delivers exceptional convenience near the UT campus, downtown Austin, and local transit, while the surrounding tree-lined streets and community restaurants define the vibrant Hyde Park character. Low property taxes and minimal utility costs enhance the already compelling value proposition for buyers seeking authentic Austin living close to everything.

Vox Real Estate Insight

This property represents the rare opportunity to own a true freestanding home in Hyde Park at a price point that acknowledges the neighborhood's prestige while rewarding early movers—it's the kind of value-conscious listing the Vox Real Estate team recognizes as having strong appeal to both owner-occupants and investors seeking the neighborhood's established community and proximity to UT and downtown. The combination of recent updates, private yard space, and central location on E 46th Street makes this a compelling acquisition for anyone looking to establish roots in one of Austin's most stable, walkable neighborhoods.

Agent Description

2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom home on E 46th Street. Amazing value for a freestanding property in one of Austin's best neighborhoods. Situated on a private, dedicated easement accessible from E 46th Street, the property is surrounded by mature trees with a fenced yard. Central Hyde Park location. Low utilities and tax rate. Close to shuttle, less than 10 minutes to UT, and downtown Austin. Recently renovated kitchen with Granite counters, cabinets, and Tile backsplash. Fresh paint. Carpet updated. Replacement vinyl double pane windows. Stove replaced. Large shade trees.

Neighborhood: Hyde Park

This property is located in Hyde Park, Austin, TX. The area is known for Historic Victorian Homes, Strong Community, Local Restaurants, Tree-Lined Streets, Near UT Campus.

At $497/sqft, this listing is priced 20% above the Hyde Park median of $413/sqft.

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