517 E 38th 1/2 ST Austin TX 78751 MLS #1298654

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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!
Current real estate data for Single Family in Austin as of Jun 14, 2026
4,180
Single Family Listed
81
Avg DOM
387
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,020,480
Avg List Price
Listing Provided Courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC

Property Details

Price:
$830,000
MLS #:
1298654
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Oaklawn Add
Listed Date:
Jun 12, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,358
Lot Size:
4,051 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1920
Oaklawn AddAustin IsdLeeKealingMccallum

Schools

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

Interior

Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), French Doors
Levels
One
Main Level Bedrooms
3

Exterior

Accessibility Features
None
Community Features
Golf, Park
Direction Faces
North
Exterior Features
Exterior Steps, Private Yard
Fencing
Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Privacy, Wood
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Trees-Medium (20 Ft – 40 Ft)
Other Structures
Storage
Parking Features
Off Street
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Enclosed
Roof
Shingle
View
Golf Course, Neighborhood
Waterfront Features
None
Window Features
Shutters, Window Treatments

Financial

Taxes
$16,021

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Property Summary

    Located in the Oaklawn Add subdivision, 517 E 38th 1/2 ST Austin TX is a Single Family for sale in Austin, TX, 78751. It is listed for $830,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,358 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1920. The current price per square foot is $611. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Austin is $387. The average listing price for Single Family in Austin is $1,020,480. To schedule a showing of MLS#1298654 at 517 E 38th 1/2 ST in Austin, TX, contact your Compass RE Texas, LLC agent at 5126982822.

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