$1,199,000

1704 Briar Street, Austin, TX

3

Beds

2

Baths

1,994

Square feet

0.19

Acres

Experience a quintessential, single-story bungalow with world-class shopping and parks at your door-step. This expertly restored home is ideally located on the shortest street in Bouldin Creek. It features almost 2,000 sq ft of authentically restored mid-century details and an updated, off-grid floor plan with high ceilings and an expansive primary suite, making this urban sanctuary truly one-of-a-kind. The huge, fully-landscaped lot offers boundless opportunities within walking distance to Downtown, South Congress, Lady Bird Lake, and all of Austin's world-renowned festivals, including SXSW and ACL. With plenty of parking for entertaining, you can create delicious meals using charming, top-of-the-line kitchen appliances such as the O’Keefe and Merritt Stove. Host festive game nights in front of the fireplace with laughter filling the airy, vaulted ceilings of the great room. Guests can extend their stay by utilizing the rare, authentic brand name Murphy Bed, purchased from Austin’s More Space Place. At the end of the day indulge in the jacuzzi tub in the spacious primary suite addition, complete with walk-in closet. One-story living is easy with two updated living areas, plus incredible outdoor space, and extra storage. Appreciate the additional quiet created by a beautiful bamboo fence, and the peace of mind that comes with a top of the line, whole house generator. This $20K upgrade provides for a unique off-grid lifestyle in the heart of Downtown Austin! Finally, with easy to maintain pier and beam construction, you can feel secure about future home maintenance. Complete with the traditional white picket fence, a perfectly situated 300-year-old Heritage Live Oak, and stately pecans, this rare home epitomizes the American Dream. Contact us today to see the Mid-Century Classic before it's gone, as this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is priced to sell!

Facts & Features

ListingFeed abor_vow
MLS® # 5782937
List Price $1,199,000
Sale Price $1,200,000
Sale Date June 8th, 2023
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2.00
Full Baths 2
Square Footage 1,994
Acres 0.19
Year Built 1941
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Status Closed

Community Information

Address 1704 Briar Street
Subdivision Airdale
City Austin
County Travis
State TX
Zip Code 78704

Amenities

Utilities Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Features None, Curbs
Parking Driveway
View None
Is Waterfront No
Waterfront None
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Wood
Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Washer, Gas Oven
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 1
Fireplaces Wood Burning
# of Stories 1
Stories One

Exterior

Exterior Features Lighting, Private Yard
Lot Description Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Sprinklers Automatic
Windows Wood Frames
Roof Composition, Shingle
Construction Wood Siding
Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier

School Information

District Austin ISD
Elementary Becker
Middle Lively
High Travis

Additional Information

Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

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