606 E 42nd ST Austin TX 78751 MLS #1516259

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Incredible renovation of 1930s Craftsman bungalow situated on one of the best streets in Hancock with no through traffic and walking distance to Hancock Golf Course, Hyde Park restaurants and shops, Shipe Park and pool, and the Commodore Perry Estate. The first floor includes a library with extensive built-ins (great as an office space), two bedrooms with shared hall bath, and a large open kitchen, living, and sunken dining space. The kitchen, designed with foodies in mind, boasts a stunning 44-inch La Cornue range, 132-bottle built-in wine refrigerator, eat-in island, quartz counters, white shaker-style cabinetry, pantry and excellent storage. Also on the first floor is a dedicated utility room. The incredible dual-sided gas fireplace faces the living room and adjacent screened porch for a truly cozy extension of the living area. Upstairs, an owner’s sanctuary with a nook for a home office, a large walk-in closet with thoughtful built-ins, a luxurious bathroom with walk-in shower and dual vanities, and a private patio overlooking the neighborhood treetops. Metal roof. Automatic irrigation. Attached 1-car carport. Large backyard with room for pool. Tons of natural light, high ceilings, and reclaimed hardwood floors throughout this Hancock charmer. Zoned for Lee Elementary.
Current real estate data for Single Family in Austin as of Apr 23, 2026
3,858
Single Family Listed
81
Avg DOM
400
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,076,015
Avg List Price
Listing Provided Courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC

Property Details

Price:
$1,495,000
MLS #:
1516259
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Ideal Place
Listed Date:
Apr 16, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,335
Lot Size:
6,852 sqft / 0.16 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1932
Ideal PlaceAustin IsdLeeKealingMccallumNone

Schools

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

Interior

Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Chandelier, Quartz Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
Levels
Two
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Exterior

Accessibility Features
None
Attached Garage YN
1
Community Features
None
Direction Faces
SW
Exterior Features
Exterior Steps, Private Yard
Fencing
Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
Lot Features
Back Yard, Curbs, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Golf Course
Other Structures
None
Parking Features
Attached Carport
Patio And Porch Features
Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Roof
Metal
View
None
Waterfront Features
None
Window Features
Blinds, Double Pane Windows

Financial

Taxes
$16,845

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Property Summary

    Located in the Ideal Place subdivision, 606 E 42nd ST Austin TX is a Single Family for sale in Austin, TX, 78751. It is listed for $1,495,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,335 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1932. The current price per square foot is $640. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Austin is $400. The average listing price for Single Family in Austin is $1,076,015. To schedule a showing of MLS#1516259 at 606 E 42nd ST in Austin, TX, contact your Compass RE Texas, LLC agent at 5126982822.

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