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$480,000
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500 E 42nd ST, Austin, TX 78751Listing ID 4758689

500 E 42nd ST, Austin, TX 78751

Active
Ideal Place
Time on site: 15 daysLast updated: 2 days ago
Property Type
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
Square Feet
970
Acres
Acres
0.09
Days on Site
Days on Site
8
Cooling
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating
Heating
Central
Year Built
Year Built
1920
Parking
Parking
Carport, Driveway

Here's your chance to own a piece of Austin history. Built in 1920, this charming bungalow sits on a corner lot in the heart of Hyde Park and offers endless possibilities for renovation or restoration. Inside you'll find approximately 970 square feet with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a formal living room, formal dining room, and spacious kitchen. Original architectural details reflect the home's historic character while providing the perfect canvas for your vision. Outside, the property features a welcoming front porch, covered carport, driveway parking, and mature trees that complement the established neighborhood. Whether you're an investor, builder, or buyer dreaming of restoring a historic Central Austin home, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare. Sold as-is.

Property Information

Property Details

Location

Address
500 E 42nd ST
County
Travis
City
Austin
Zip Code
78751
Subdivision
Ideal Place
School District
Austin ISD
High School
McCallum
Elementary School
Lee
MLS Area
4

Interior Features

Beds and Baths

Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1

Building

Building Information

Square Feet
970
Year Built
1920
Construction
Wood Siding
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof
Shingle
Condition
Resale

Financial

Special Conditions
Standard

Property Taxes

Tax Annual Amount
$10,749
Tax Year
2026
RealAgent, (512) 650-2772

Market Report for 78751

* The market data shown is based on available information from Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and/or public records. Data provided is for informational and educational purposes only and may not represent the full housing market. For more accurate information, consumers should consult a certified appraiser or licensed real estate agent.

*Average of $2,150 in rewards is calculated based on the purchase or sale of a home between $400,000 to $449,000. The median home price for all housing types is in the United States is $405,400 as of 2025 as reported by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). The actual reward amount may vary depending on the purchase or sales price of the home. Please see the Lakeview Home Rewards program terms and conditions for more details. The National Association of Realtors® is a registered trademark of the National Association of Realtors®.

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The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS) from 12 Aug 2026, 02:59 PM UTC. Neither the Board nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein "AS IS" and without any warranty, express or implied. Data maintained by the Board or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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