$2,500,000

Property Overview

This 1914 Travis Heights classic on Brackenridge Street merges Austin's architectural heritage with contemporary comfort, sitting just two blocks from the vibrant South Congress corridor. Anchored by mature trees and a welcoming front porch, the home reveals original character throughout its 3,184 square feet, including hardwood floors, a distinctive wooden staircase, and authentic period details like a functional dumbwaiter. A thoughtful 2006 expansion preserved these elements while adding modern functionality, including a dedicated home office and a kitchen designed around a substantial island with pop-up appliance storage and a six-burner range.

The main-level primary suite showcases a renovated bath featuring marble countertops, a clawfoot tub, and an oversized walk-in shower, while the home offers five full bathrooms total across three bedrooms. Five distinct living areas flow naturally throughout the residence, enhanced by Energy Star-qualified windows, plantation shutters, and a new tankless water heater. The layout accommodates both everyday living and entertaining, with generous dining and breakfast areas, while the rear porch and fenced lot provide private outdoor space. Located in the Travis Hts school district with walkable access to parks and Lady Bird Lake, this corner lot property combines walkable neighborhood convenience with period charm rare in Austin.

Vox Real Estate Insight

At $785 per square foot, this property commands an eight percent premium over the Travis Heights median, reflecting the scarcity of well-maintained 1914 originals with modern updates in this sought-after neighborhood. Vox Real Estate recognizes that buyers pursuing authentic Austin character with proximity to South Congress rarely encounter homes this thoughtfully renovated while retaining their original bones.

Agent Description

For more than a century, this home has watched Austin grow and change around it. Built circa 1914, 1800 Brackenridge offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of old Austin while living just two blocks from the energy of South Congress. A welcoming front porch beneath a canopy of mature trees sets the tone before stepping into a generous, light-filled living room, where tall windows, hardwood floors and a beautiful wood staircase immediately reveal the home's character. Thoughtfully renovated and expanded in 2006, the 3,184-square-foot residence retains remarkable original details, including three original windows, the back door and even a working dumbwaiter. The main-level primary suite features a newly renovated bath with marble countertops, clawfoot tub, oversized walk-in shower and large closet. Designed for an avid baker, the kitchen's oversized island incorporates pop-up appliance storage and purpose-built cabinetry alongside a six-burner range with griddle. A dedicated office, laundry room and powder bath complete the main level. Upstairs are two spacious en-suite bedrooms, a second living area, media room with stained-glass windows, a wet bar, and another half bath. Outside, a Brazilian hardwood deck overlooks the tree-filled yard, while an alley-accessed detached two-car garage provides coveted covered parking. And then there's the lifestyle. Walk to South Congress for coffee, restaurants, shopping and live music. Parks and pools are nearby, and downtown is approximately two miles away. Historic Austin character. Modern comfort. Austin Energy 4-Star efficiency. And one of the city's most walkable lifestyles. After more than 100 years of Austin history, now it's your turn to become part of the story.

Neighborhood: Travis Heights

This property is located in Travis Heights, Austin, TX. The area is known for South Congress Avenue, Downtown Skyline Views, Historic Bungalows, Walkable Community, Lady Bird Lake.

At $785/sqft, this listing is priced 10% above the Travis Heights median of $715/sqft.

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