On nearly a third of an acre lot in the heart of S. Austin, sits this 2,117 sqft. main residence as well as a detached 377 sqft. casita. With this much space in such a convenient location, the opportunities are limitless. The main house is spacious & features wainscoting, built-in speakers, coffered ceilings, & intricate tile work. An open floor plan takes you from the living area into the dining area & kitchen. In the expansive kitchen, youll find granite countertops, copious cabinets, a large center island, a gas oven, & a walk-in pantry. On the other side of the home you will find the primary bedroom as well as 2 additional bedrooms & a full bath. The generously sized primary bedroom features built-ins, coffered ceilings & a jetted tub in the en-suite. On the other side of the kitchen, you will find 1 more bedroom as well as the laundry room. The detached casita or man-shack is small but mighty! It features tall ceilings, a kitchenette, a large sink, & open shelving. Theres room for a small living & dining area & a sliding barn door separates the sleeping space from the bathroom. Outside, a generously sized wrap around deck offers plenty of exterior space. The casita could be utilized as a guest home, office, airbnb, or long term rental. The lot has a fenced in grassy lawn, planter beds, a covered arbor & plenty of off-street parking. Theres a gardening shed as well as an industrial sink on the back patio of the main home. This home would also make for a great investment property. The current owners previously had long term tenants in both the front house & the casita. However, the large lot size with SF3 zoning also permits duplex use. No matter what you have in mind for this property, the incredible location is certainly a major appeal. Its situated just south of Ben White, less than 1 mile from Radio Coffee & Beer as well as Central Market. This is the perfect location for anyone to experience the best that Austin has to offer.
- MLS# 6487697
- Date Listed05/20/2021
- Days on Realty 1873 Days
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.32 acres (14,026 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Western Trails Sec 01
- Property Type Single Family
- County Travis
- Year Built 1961
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,494 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $236.17
Interior Features
- Appliances Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Flooring Carpet Free, Tile
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Central
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Arbor, Guest House, Outbuilding, Sheds, See Remarks
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.32
- Lot Size SQFT 14,026.32
- Lot Features Corner Lot, Front Yard, Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $10,490
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
Local Neighborhood Highlights for 78745
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Population & Environment
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40/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
45/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
53/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
Transit Summary
10 nearby routes: 10 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 37/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
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Points of Interest near 4800 Menchaca RD, Austin, TX 78745
Frequently Asked Questions for 4800 Menchaca RD
Source: Realty.com
4800 Menchaca RD, Austin, TX 78745 in Western Trails Sec 01, Austin, TX 78745 is a single family listed at $589,000. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,494 sq. ft., built in 1961, 0.32 acre lot, $236 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 40 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.
Realty.com has 40 photos of 4800 Menchaca RD.
Our records indicate that 4800 Menchaca RD was built in 1961.
The full address for this home is 4800 Menchaca RD, Austin, TX 78745.
4800 Menchaca RD has been listed on Realty.com since Thu May 20, 2021
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 37/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 4800 Menchaca RD. Joslin (Grades: K - 5), Lively Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Graduation Preparatory Academy (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
E-Rae Realty
(tel: 5127797597)
Listing agent:
Erika Albert
(#651873)
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