Welcome to a timeless Mid Century Modern home in vibrant “East Travis Heights” with loads of style and space. Located in booming Woodland Hills, and minutes to South Congress, downtown & Big Stacy Park & Pool, this is a little pocket neighborhood that captures the essence of Austin. Upon arrival, you are greeted by a large oak tree wrapped by the home's front porch. Step inside to open spaces, tree top views & natural light. The main level includes three bedrooms and two fully renovated bathrooms, boasting statement tile and designer lighting. The charming kitchen includes a breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and two pantries. Open to the kitchen is the sun splashed dining room framed by a wall of windows with tree top views. The expansive deck is ideal for alfresco dining & morning jo and captures views to the Mueller water tower & peak a boo downtown views in Winter. The surprise is a rare basement studio apartment complete with kitchenette and full bath. A separate entry offers versatility for multiple uses: a graduate in transition, income producing short term rental, office, art studio or guest suite for family + friends. You don’t see these often in Austin and it’s use is only limited by your imagination. The home’s sprawling back yard welcomes you with a fire pit area, garden beds, and has room for a pool, cabana, or guest house or potentially all three. It is the canvas for your backyard dreams. Numerous updates have been completed over the years and include double pane windows, a new water heater, new electrical subpanel, renovated guest and primary baths and more – see list. Developers: a zonability report provides SF-3 zoning and a large lot prime for development opportunities. East Riverside offers an eclectic blend of music venues, dining options, & retail experiences. Oracle is just minutes away as is The Boardwalk at Ladybird Lake & Hike-n-Bike. This is the definition of Austin living. Come see this gem today!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1956
Stories: 2
Living Area: 2,011 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass RE Texas, LLC
Office Phone: (512) 426-6998
Listing Agent: Tina Hambly
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal
Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Interior Steps, Laminate Counters, Multiple Living Areas, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Quartz Counters
Fireplace: None
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Waterfront: None
View: None
Exterior: Rain Gutters
Parking Information:
Parking: Carport
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Gentle Sloping
Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: From I35, Woodland, turn left under overpass. Take Left on Summit, Right on Sylvan. Home is on the left.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $774,000
Price Per SqFt: $385/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $9,393
Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $207.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $77/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: #8502795
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass RE Texas, LLC
Office Phone: (512) 426-6998
Listing Agent: Tina Hambly
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$9,393
$465,917
2019
$9,993
$455,444
2018
$9,372
$414,040
2017
$10,085
$423,298
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
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Nearby Schools
7
/10
Travis Heights Elementary School
2010 Alameda Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public Charter Grades EE-5
4
/10
Linder Elementary School
2801 Metcalfe Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.09 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
5
/10
Sanchez Elementary School
73 San Marcos St
Distance between this listing and this school1.27 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
2
/10
Martin Middle School
1601 Haskell St
Distance between this listing and this school0.92 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
3
/10
Lively Middle School
201 E Mary St
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Kealing Middle School
1607 Pennsylvania Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.28 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
2
/10
Travis Early College School
1211 E Oltorf St
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
1
/10
Graduation Preparatory Academy
1211 E Oltorf St
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
1
/10
Phoenix Academy
400 W Live Oak St
Distance between this listing and this school1.35 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,875. Residents of Austin, TX typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1707 Sylvan Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1707 Sylvan Dr property is $774,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1707 Sylvan Dr is a house located in Austin, Texas, 78741.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1707 Sylvan Dr 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 $9,393 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1707 Sylvan Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1707 Sylvan Dr is 2,011 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1707 Sylvan Dr is 1956.
This home is located at 1707 Sylvan Dr in Austin, TX and zip code 78741 in the Southeast neighborhood. This 2,011 square foot home, which was built in 1956, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $774,000.
Austin, TX housing market in October 2024 saw over 66 listings sold above listed price, more than 96 sold at listed price and over 506 sold below. In October 2024 in Austin, TX there were 6.3% more homes for sale than in September 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.