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Austin · Oaklawn Add

$830,000 6 days on market

517 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX 78751

  • 3bedrooms
  • 2bathrooms
  • 1,358sqft
  • 0.09acres
  • 1920year built

About this home

This beautifully updated 1920s bungalow sits on a desirable corner lot directly across the street from the scenic Hancock Golf Course, offering charming views and timeless appeal. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the home blends classic character with over $100,000 in thoughtful improvements, including a fully updated kitchen and renovated bathrooms.

Inside, you’ll find original long leaf pine wood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light from numerous windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the 1,382 square feet of living space. A sun porch provides the perfect spot to take in peaceful golf course views, while the spacious deck offers an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining.

With the golf course just steps away, you’ll enjoy immediate access to scenic jogging trails and open green space. The home is also just moments from iconic neighborhood favorites like Asti, Vino Vino, and Hyde Park Bar & Grill, with easy access to UT and downtown, offering the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and vibrant Austin living.

Nestled in a quiet, highly desirable neighborhood less than a mile from the University of Texas, this home is also conveniently located near Hyde Park’s shops, parks, pool, and the Ney Museum. Just six blocks from Lee Elementary, it offers both charm and convenience in one of Austin’s most sought-after areas.

Welcome to 517 E 38 1/2 St, Austin, Texas 78751!

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
Levels
One
Year built
1920
Lot size
0.09 acres
Subdivision
Oaklawn Add
MLS #
ACT1298654

Inside

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,358 sqft

Schools

Elementary
Lee
High school
McCallum
District
Austin ISD

Costs

Est. annual taxes
$13,124 (2026)

Listing

First listed
Jun 12, 2026
Days listed
6
Status
Active Under Contract

Listed by Suad Krebber, Compass RE Texas, LLC · [email protected] · MLS# ACT1298654 · Active Under Contract

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