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Austin,TX 78702
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,556 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,026
Subdivision Robertson George L
MLS Listing ID 3750637
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 2006
Annual Tax Amount $30,006
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 9,927 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Located in the very near East Side, neighbors with the French Legation, this private sanctuary offers the rare combination of walkable convenience and serene luxury. Gated and walled for complete privacy, the home feels like living in a private park in the middle of the city. Just a five minute walk to Whole Foods, the thriving restaurants of E 11th and E 6th streets, or slip over into downtown on the protected pedestrian walkway.
Cross a steel-and-stone bridge to enter a world of calm sophistication. Inside, soaring ceilings, museum-like interiors, and expansive porches and shaded balconies with skyline views create a peaceful retreat that still keeps you connected to the city's energy. A major 2023 renovation refreshed the kitchen and bathroom with custom cabinetry and quartzite countertops. Every room is bathed in light, surrounded by greenery, and thoughtfully designed for both beauty and comfort. Every detail speaks to luxury: bespoke finishes, gallery lighting, lush native gardens,
The property also includes a separate one-bedroom apartment with a full kitchen, private entrance, and alley access—perfect for guests, rental income, or long-term investment.
With approved plans for a 1,500 sq ft ADU, space for a pool, and no HOA or historic restrictions, this property offers not only elevated living but also unmatched flexibility. A true retreat in the heart of the East Side—walkable, peaceful, and magazine-cover worthy
With two living quarters, this incredible home would be ideal for a short term rental, or to live in and offer the secondary unit to a tenant/nanny/grandparent for income or convenience!
Location
State TX
County Travis
Interior
Heating Electric
Cooling Electric
Flooring Concrete
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type See Remarks,Blower Fan,Electric,Family Room,See Through
Exterior
Exterior Feature See Remarks,Balcony,Electric Car Plug-in,Exterior Steps,Garden,Lighting,Private Entrance,Private Yard
Fence See Remarks
Pool None
Community Features See Remarks
Utilities Available Electricity Connected
Waterfront Description None
View City,Downtown,Skyline,Trees/Woods
Roof Type Concrete
Building
Lot Description Alley,Back Yard,City Lot,Garden,Landscaped,Level,Native Plants,Private,Sprinkler - Automatic
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Concrete,Metal Siding
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Mathews
Middle Schools O Henry
High Schools Austin
School District Austin Isd
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard
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