$550,000

Property Overview

This 1950 mid-century bungalow on W 55th Street in North Loop presents a rare opportunity to own authentic Austin character in one of the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. The home's genuine appeal lies in its versatility and bones—original hardwood floors, open floor plan, and a flexible den space that adapts to modern living as home office, studio, or additional living area. At just 907 square feet on a substantial 6,547-square-foot lot, the 2-bed, 1-bath layout maximizes livability while preserving that coveted mid-century charm that defines this historic pocket of central Austin.

The private backyard becomes an extension of the home, with mature trees providing natural canopy and ample space for entertaining or future expansion. Inside, granite countertops, a kitchen island, and built-in features blend period character with updated elements. Located steps from North Loop's craft cocktail bars, independent restaurants, vintage shopping, and the tree-lined, walkable boulevard that makes this neighborhood destination, 403 W 55th captures the essence of central Austin living without requiring major renovation.

Vox Real Estate Insight

This property commands a 44% premium over the North Loop median price per square foot, reflecting the desirability of single-family homes on substantial lots in this established neighborhood. Vox Real Estate recognizes that buyers in North Loop are often willing to invest in authentic, character-driven homes with good bones and outdoor space over newer construction without the same neighborhood proximity to Austin's most walkable urban amenities.

Agent Description

A Central Austin bungalow with personality, flexibility, and room to make it your own. Tucked into one of Austin’s most beloved central neighborhoods, 403 W 55th offers something increasingly hard to find: a home with genuine character. This charming house is anything but cookie-cutter, with original hardwood floors and the kind of details that give an older Austin home its own story. Inside, the house has a versatile den that provides the perfect flex space for a home office, reading room, creative studio, or living area—whatever fits your life. Outside, the private backyard gives you room to spread out, whether that means morning coffee under the trees, dinner with friends, weekend gatherings, or dreaming up a future addition. There’s plenty of space and potential to create an outdoor living area that feels like your own private retreat. And then there’s the location! You're walking distance to everything North Loop! Just minutes from the coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and indie businesses that make Hyde Park and North Loop so distinctly Austin. Grab coffee at Epoch or Barrett's, dinner at Foreign & Domestic or Home Slice, a cocktail at DrinkWell, or spend an afternoon exploring the eclectic vintage shops and local spots all along North Loop. For buyers who want the charm of an Austin bungalow without sacrificing flexibility or proximity to the best of Central Austin, this one is worth a closer look. Original character, a flexible floor plan, a private backyard, and plenty of potential—all in a location that lets you live like a local!

Neighborhood: North Loop

This property is located in North Loop, Austin, TX. The area is known for Vintage Shopping, Craft Cocktail Bars, Walkable Boulevard, Mid-Century Homes, Independent Restaurants.

At $606/sqft, this listing is priced 44% above the North Loop median of $420/sqft.

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