Active

5101 Balcones DR

Austin TX, 78731

$649,999


$520.83 per sqft

Active

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,248 sqft

Residential

Built in 1950

Welcome to the Bungalow on Balcones! Discover an incredible opportunity to own a charming 3BR, 2BA bungalow in the highly desirable Highland Park West neighborhood. This home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience located just across the street from Russell's Bakery and a stone's throw away from Highland Park Elementary, Perry Park, Juiceland, Chez Zee, Yamas Greek Kitchen, Randall's, Starbucks, and more. Embrace the walkable lifestyle and get into one of Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods at a price point rarely offered.

5101 Balcones Drive combines historic character with a functional floor plan. Enjoy a large kitchen with island seating, a light-filled living area, and an extra dining space. The primary suite showcases vaulted wood ceilings and an en-suite bathroom. Unwind on the brand-new front porch, the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee or an evening glass of wine overlooking the comings and goings of this special part of Austin. A huge side yard is full of possibilities. The property is situated on a large corner lot, just under 1/4 of an acre and also offers great redevelopment potential. It is zoned SF-3, allowing for possible Duplex development. Over $90K invested in recent updates and improvements!

4274607

MLS ID

March 14, 2024

Listed

April 21, 2024

Updated

Map

5101 Balcones DR
Austin TX, 78731

Interior Features

Total Stories

1


Bedrooms

3


Total Bathrooms

2


Interior Features

2 Primary Baths, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Smart Thermostat, See Remarks


Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Cooktop Gas, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer


Floor Description

Tile, Wood


Fireplace

No


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Central

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

0.21 Acres


Exterior Features

See Remarks


Lot Features

Corner Lot


Roof

Composition


Sewer

Public Sewer

School Information

School District

Austin ISD


High School

McCallum


Elementary School

Highland Park

Other Property Details

Area Name

1B


Taxes

$14,129


Tax Frequency

Annually


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

1


Parking

Attached, Garage


View

Yes


View Description

Neighborhood


County

Travis


Water Source

Public


Pool

No


Pool Features

None


Buyer Agency Compensation

3%

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

4/18/2024

Price Change

$649,999

-4%

4/4/2024

Price Change

$675,000

-4%

Courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC

Listing Contact: (512) 575-3644

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