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1200 Southwood Rd, Austin, TX, 78704

$899,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

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3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,288 SqFt
$698/SqFt
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1200 Southwood Rd, Austin$899,000

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$10,000*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway, Off Street
Year Built1955
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
WaterfrontNone
ViewNone
MLS #7181238
Lot Size0.16 Acres
StatusActive

About 1200 Southwood Rd

Welcome to your dream home in Austin's coveted 78704! This stunning single-story, three-bed, two-bath residence offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and natural beauty. The front yard is a landscaped paradise with mature trees and charming stepping stones leading you to a spacious front porch and a chic, modern front door entry. Step inside to an open floor plan with recessed lighting and wood-like tile flooring throughout. The living room is bathed in natural light and features a modern ceiling fan, seamlessly flowing into the bright kitchen. The kitchen boasts a large center island/breakfast bar with an induction cooktop, under-cabinet lighting, elegant light fixtures, stainless steel appliances, and a roomy pantry. Enjoy direct access to the patio through a glass sliding door near the kitchen. The fully-fenced backyard is a magical retreat with tall trees, a storage shed, a work shed, and beautiful stepping stones guiding you through the lush landscape. The work shed is 196 sq feet and has equivalent sqft to the attic storage accessed via pull-down stairs. The primary bedroom is a serene sanctuary with a ceiling fan, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light. The en-suite bathroom features dual vanities, a huge walk-in shower with two shower heads, and a spacious walk-in closet. The additional bedrooms also offer tile flooring, ceiling fans, ample windows, and walk-in closets. Designed for today's lifestyle, the home includes new electrical, newly installed windows/doors, new A/C (2023), and a dedicated office with an elegant French door entry. The neighborhood boasts tennis courts, walking/biking/hiking trails, and a park. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Austin, an easy 1 mile walk or ride to the downtown hike and bike trail, close to Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and IH-35, this home offers convenience and lifestyle in one perfect package!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1955
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,288 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams - Lake Travis
  • Office Phone: (512) 541-5220
  • Listing Agent: Kristi Plotkin

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Flooring Type: Tile
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: None
  • Exterior: Exterior Steps, Private Yard

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Driveway, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Many Trees, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From IH-35, take exit 232B toward Woodland Ave, then turn right onto E Oltorf St. Left onto S 6th St, right onto Southwood Rd, then the home is on your right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $899,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $698/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,647
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Austin, TX

City

Med. Sold Price

$566.4K

Med. Price/SqFt

$307

Avg. Days On Market

72

# of Sold Homes

669

1200 Southwood Rd vs Austin

166 DAYS ON ROCKET

+94 Days

$899,000

+$332.5K More

$698/SqFt

+$390 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $332.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $390/SqFt more than other homes in Austin, TX.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: ACTRIS
  • MLS Number: #7181238

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams - Lake Travis
  • Office Phone: (512) 541-5220
  • Listing Agent: Kristi Plotkin

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$9,647$478,147
2019$10,255$478,147
2018$8,894$478,733
2017$7,897$401,729

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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8
/10

  • Becker Elementary School

  • 906 W Milton St

  • 0.61 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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2
/10

  • Dawson Elementary School

  • 3001 S 1st St

  • 0.72 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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9
/10

  • Zilker Elementary School

  • 1900 Bluebonnet Ln

  • 0.72 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,558. The majority of Austin, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1200 Southwood Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1200 Southwood Rd property is $899,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1200 Southwood Rd is a house located in Austin, Texas, 78704.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1200 Southwood Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $9,647 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1200 Southwood Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1200 Southwood Rd is 1,288 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1200 Southwood Rd is 1955.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Travis County›Austin›78704›1200 Southwood Rd

This home is located at 1200 Southwood Rd in Austin, TX and zip code 78704 in the South Central neighborhood. This 1,288 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $899,000.

While more than 66 listings in Austin, TX in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 96 listings sold at asking price, and more than 506 were sold below. The number of listings in Austin, TX increased by 6.3% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 72 days, the median list price was $566,430.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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