Veterans United Realty
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1806 Alta Vista Ave, Austin, TX 78704

$950,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
1,982  sqft
Built in 1947

Experience the tranquility and grace of Travis Heights, nestled in the heart of the coveted 78704 zip code. This charming home, offering an incredible view of downtown Austin, is ready to become your dream sanctuary with a little bit of TLC and updating. As soon as you step in, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the well-maintained interior teeming with unique, retro character. The house features a newly installed 2022 HVAC system and a tankless water heater, promising ease of living and energy efficiency. This home offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Its high ceilings, accompanied by tons of natural light, give a peaceful and airy feel. As an added bonus, the house features a den off the living room that can also serve as the 3rd bedroom. The den boasts floor-to-ceiling windows on 2 walls, a retro wood burning fireplace, and a door leading to the backyard - serving as the perfect room to host, work, or simply unwind. The upstairs boasts the two main bedrooms, offering impeccable views of downtown Austin - a beautiful sight to wake up to in the morning. Downstairs, you'll discover a charming finished basement, complete with a window unit for cooling and heating, providing an additional 308 sqft of usable space. This bonus area is ideal for a game room, office, or guest room. The house also includes additional storage space tucked underneath, a valuable feature for storing seasonal items, sports equipment, or gardening tools. Step outside to a fully fenced, nicely shaded backyard, where you can host backyard BBQs, cultivate your garden, or simply sit back and enjoy Austin’s delightful weather. When it comes time to explore beyond your backyard, you're less than 5 minutes away from Austin’s most popular landmarks. Be it a leisurely stroll around Lady Bird Lake, shopping and dining on eclectic South Congress Avenue, or a lively night out in the Rainey Street District, everything you desire for an engaging Austin lifestyle is just around the corner.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
May 20, 2024 — 171 days ago
Listing Office:
Watters International Realty, Chris Watters (737-313-5275)
Office Phone:
512-646-0038
MLS ID:
5498849

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances:
Built-In Electric Range, Electric Cooktop, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry:
None
Flooring:
Wood
A/C:
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating:
Central
Fireplace:
Living Room, Fireplaces: 1
Eco/Green Feature:
None, None

Exterior

General:
Exterior Steps
Other Structures:
Porch
Pool:
None
Parking:
Carport, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Composition, Shingle
Windows:
None
General:
Two, Slab

Location

Originating MLS:
actris
School District:
Austin ISD
County:
Travis

Lot

Zoning:
LOT 6 & N10FT LOT 5 BLK 11 TRAVIS HEIGHTS, 03020216100000
View:
Neighborhood
Fencing:
Chain Link

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
actris

This listing courtesy of:
Watters International Realty, Chris Watters

About Austin, TX

Housing

Number of Units
523,644
Median Home Value
$435,027
Median Rent
$1,253

52.82% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.09% are vacant.

Commute

Car
53.46%
Public Transportation
1.78%
Walk to Work
1.73%
Work from Home
41.61%
Other
0.53%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
1,163,161
Median Age
35.90
Median Household Size
2.60

Education

High School
14.31%
Associate’s Degree
5.38%
Bachelor’s Degree
34.89%
Graduate Degree
21.08%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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