1709 Drake Ave, Austin TX 78704
MLS #246931988 · Compass RE Texas, LLC · Heather Witbeck
About this home
1709 Drake Avenue - the most perfect location in Travis Heights. Only three blocks to South Congress. Far enough for privacy, close enough for coffee, surrounded by other charming bungalows. At this price you can have your own a piece of Travis Heights history. The front porch swing invites you up the steps and the cheery yellow door welcomes you inside. A cozy living room with original hardwood floors and multiple windows offers a homey place to relax. The dining room is the center of the home which has easy access to the kitchen. There are two bedrooms and one full bathroom in between. Or create an office instead of a second bedroom. Head out to the back deck for entertaining. There is a fenced backyard + a detached garage/storage shed. The Travis Heights neighborhood features Big Stacy Park & Pool, Little Stacy kids playscape, wading pool, and tennis courts. Steps to restaurants, bars and shopping on South Congress. Come live in the heart of it all and make memories of your very own in this enchanting cottage!
Property details
- Property type
- Residential · SingleFamilyResidence
- Status
- Active
- Year built
- 1925
- Full baths
- 1
- Lot size
- 0.1038
- Subdivision
- Fairview Park
- MLS area
- 6
- MLS #
- 246931988
Features
Interior features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Chandelier
- Granite Counters
- No Interior Steps
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Exterior features
- Private Yard
Additional details
- Parking
- Detached, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
Location
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Schools
Assigned schools per the MLS.
- School district
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Travis Hts
- Middle
- O Henry
- High
- Austin
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Getting around
- Downtown Austin
- 1.5 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport
- 5.9 mi
Straight-line distance, not drive time.
Market insights
Compared with 558 active homes in ZIP 78704 · HomeLocating listings
At $795,000, this home is priced 4% above the $765,000 median across 558 active homes in ZIP 78704, including other homes in Fairview Park.
Estimated monthly payment
Home price
$795,000
Down payment
20% ($159,000)
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.50%
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Listing courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC · Heather Witbeck
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