500 E 42nd ST
Austin, TX, 78751
$480,000
2 Beds
1 Baths
970 SqFt
0.09 Acres
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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.

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Property Details

Price:
$480,000
MLS #:
4758689
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Ideal Place
Listed Date:
Jul 28, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
970
Lot Size:
3,964 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1920
Ideal PlaceAustin IsdLeeKealingMccallumNone

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Schools

School District:
Austin ISD
Elementary School:
Lee
Middle School:
Kealing
High School:
McCallum

Interior

Appliances
Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Flooring
Carpet, Linoleum
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main
Levels
One
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Exterior

Accessibility Features
None
Community Features
None
Direction Faces
SW
Exterior Features
None
Fencing
Wood
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Other Structures
None
Parking Features
Carport, Driveway
Patio And Porch Features
None
Roof
Shingle
View
None
Waterfront Features
None
Window Features
None

Financial

Taxes
$10,749

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Community

Subdivisions in Austin

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Austin as of Aug 04, 2026
3,914
Single Family Listed
89
Avg DOM
373
Avg $ / SqFt
$976,902
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    Located in the Ideal Place subdivision, 500 E 42nd ST Austin TX is a Single Family for sale in Austin, TX, 78751. It is listed for $480,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 970 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1920. The current price per square foot is $495. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Austin is $373. The average listing price for Single Family in Austin is $976,902. To schedule a showing of MLS#4758689 at 500 E 42nd ST in Austin, TX, contact your Stripe Realty agent at 512-439-2122.

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