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1707 Sylvan Dr, Austin, TX, 78741

$799,000

Home List Price

$9,488*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,011 SqFt
$397/SqFt
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1707 Sylvan Dr, Austin$799,000

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$9,488*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingCarport
Year Built1956
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
WaterfrontNone
FireplaceNone
ViewNone
MLS #8502795
Lot Size0.22 Acres
StatusActive

About 1707 Sylvan Dr

Welcome to the treehouse, 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 the treehouse 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

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Travis High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Fulmore Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Travis Heights Elementary School, Public Charter Grades PK-5

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: $799,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $397/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,393
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Austin, TX.

Med. Sold Price

$566.5K

Med. Price/SqFt

$307

Avg. Days On Market

59

# of Sold Homes

772

1707 Sylvan Dr vs Austin

8 DAYS ON ROCKET

-51 Days

$799,000

+$232.4K More

$397/SqFt

+$89 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $232.4K more than the Median Sold Price and $89/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

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
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

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.

Elementary School

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7
/10
  • Travis Heights Elementary School

  • 2010 Alameda Dr

  • 0.74 miles

  • Public Charter Grades PK-5

Middle School

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3
/10
  • Fulmore Middle School

  • 201 E Mary St

  • 1.04 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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2
/10
  • Travis High School

  • 1211 E Oltorf St

  • 0.83 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,875. The majority of Austin, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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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 $799,000.

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 are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1707 Sylvan Dr are:
Travis Heights Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Fulmore Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Travis High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

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.

Rocket HomesTexasTravis CountyAustin787411707 Sylvan Dr

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 $799,000.

In August 2024 more than 78 listings in Austin, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 107 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 586 were sold below. Between July 2024 and August 2024, Austin, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.3%. In August 2024, listings were on the market for 59 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $566,564.

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

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