304 W 42nd St, Austin, TX 78751

Austin
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown
Listed by: jen berbas
Office: bramlett partners
MLS#:4721427
Source:ACTRIS
304 W 42nd St,Austin, TX 78751
$500,000
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 986 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active

Price summary

  • Price:$500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$507.1

About this home

Set on the corner of Avenue C and West 42nd, this 0.13 acre lot is nestled beneath a canopy of mature oak trees, offering something increasingly hard to find in central Austin: land and location as the primary value. The existing facade holds its place along the historic streetscape, offering a rare opportunity to build new construction while retaining an established architectural presence on the street — a distinction few lots in the district can offer. Positioned on a tree-lined street in the heart of Hyde Park, the setting captures everything that makes this pocket of Austin so sought-after: mature landscaping, historic character, and walkable charm just minutes from the University of Texas and downtown. Neighborhood favorites like First Light Books, All Day Pizza, Quack's Bakery, and the shops along Duval Street are all close at hand, along with the green space of Shipe Park. This isn't just a lot. It's a foundation for something exceptional, in a neighborhood defined by its...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1930
  • Subdivision & Development:Hyde Park
  • Listing ID #:4721427
  • Updated:November 03, 2026 at 08:45 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:1
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Wood
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator
  • Living area:986 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central
  • Heating:Central
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1930
  • Building area:986 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.14 Acres
  • Lot Features:Back Yard, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
  • Construction Materials:Frame
  • Foundation Description:Pillar/Post/Pier

Schools

  • High school:McCallum
  • Elementary school:Lee

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$507.1
  • Tax amount:$10,373 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:1
  • Parking description:Driveway
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