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203 Ben Howell Dr, Austin, TX, 78704

$895,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
1,486 SqFt
$602/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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203 Ben Howell Dr, Austin$895,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$10,000*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGravel, Outside
Year Built1953
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
WaterfrontNone
FireplaceNone
ViewNone
MLS #5283136
Lot Size0.15 Acres
StatusActive

About 203 Ben Howell Dr

Rare opportunity available in the heart of 78704! This charming 2/2 1950s bungalow, plus a Casita, is ready for its next owner. Perfect for an owner-occupant looking to subsidize their mortgage with rent or an investor seeking a solid investment in a prime location, nestled between S. Congress and S. 1st. Enjoy an abundance of natural light and original hardwood flooring throughout the dining, living, kitchen, and guest bedroom. The home boasts a spacious kitchen with updated cabinets, tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. The primary bathroom features custom tile, an updated vanity and fixtures, lighting, and an updated soaking tub with a frameless enclosure. The main home spans approximately 1200 sqft. The back ADU is estimated at 300 sqft and boasts a kitchenette and full bath; perfect for a short-term rental, guest suite, office, studio, or game room. The main home recently leased for $3,500 a month, and the short-term rental averages $3,000 a month in earnings. This location offers close proximity to many local eateries, coffee shops, and shopping, as well as extremely easy access to downtown Austin, I35, and Mopac. Pride of ownership shines through this property. Must see to appreciate!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1953
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,486 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
  • Office Phone: (512) 769-8802
  • Listing Agent: Michael Harrell

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters
  • Fireplace: None

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: None
  • Exterior: Exterior Steps, Private Yard

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Gravel, Outside

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: City Lot, Interior Lot, Trees
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Travis High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Fulmore Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Dawson Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From IH35, go West on Oltorf St, Left on S.Congress Ave, Right on Cumberland Dr, Left on Edens Dr, Right on Ben Howell Dr. Home is on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $895,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $602/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,556
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Austin, TX

City

Med. Sold Price

$568.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$310

Avg. Days On Market

46

# of Sold Homes

925

203 Ben Howell Dr vs Austin

59 DAYS ON ROCKET

+13 Days

$895,000

+$326.6K More

$602/SqFt

+$291 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $326.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $291/SqFt more than other homes in Austin, TX.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: ACTRIS
  • MLS Number: #5283136

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
  • Office Phone: (512) 769-8802
  • Listing Agent: Michael Harrell

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020 - $445,551
2019$9,556$445,551
2018$9,122$449,716
2017$8,300$412,002

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Dawson Elementary School

  • 3001 S 1st St

  • 0.29 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Fulmore Middle School

  • 201 E Mary St

  • 0.77 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Travis High School

  • 1211 E Oltorf St

  • 0.86 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,434. The majority of Austin, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 203 Ben Howell Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 203 Ben Howell Dr property is $895,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 203 Ben Howell Dr is a house located in Austin, Texas, 78704.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 203 Ben Howell Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 203 Ben Howell Dr are:
Dawson Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Fulmore Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Travis High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $9,556 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 203 Ben Howell Dr has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 203 Ben Howell Dr is 1,486 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 203 Ben Howell Dr is 1953.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Travis County›Austin›78704›203 Ben Howell Dr

This home is located at 203 Ben Howell Dr in Austin, TX and zip code 78704 in the Dawson neighborhood. This 1,486 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $895,000.

Over 195 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2024 in Austin, TX. In the same period over 571 listings were sold below the listed price and 158 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2024 in Austin, TX there were 18.7% more homes for sale than in March 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 46 days, the median list price was $568,336.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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