About 5101 Balcones Drive
Welcome to the Bungalow on Balcones! Discover an incredible opportunity to own a charming 3BR, 2BA bungalow in the highly desirable Highland Park West neighborhood. This home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience located just across the street from Russell's Bakery and a stone's throw away from Highland Park Elementary, Perry Park, Juiceland, Chez Zee, Yamas Greek Kitchen, Randall’s, Starbucks, and more. Embrace the walkable lifestyle and get into one of Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods at a price point rarely offered. 5101 Balcones Drive combines historic character with a functional floor plan. Enjoy a large kitchen with island seating, a light-filled living area, and an extra dining space. The primary suite showcases vaulted wood ceilings and an en-suite bathroom. Unwind on the brand-new front porch, the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee or an evening glass of wine overlooking the comings and goings of this special part of Austin. A huge side yard is full of possibilities. The property is situated on a large corner lot, just under 1/4 of an acre and also offers great redevelopment potential. It is zoned SF-3, allowing for possible Duplex development. Over $90K invested in recent updates and improvements!
Features of 5101 Balcones Drive
| MLS® # | 4274607 |
|---|---|
| Price | $649,999 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,248 |
| Acres | 0.21 |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 5101 Balcones Drive |
|---|---|
| Area | 1B |
| Subdivision | Highland Park West |
| City | Austin |
| County | Travis |
| State | TX |
| Zip Code | 78731 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Features | See Remarks |
| Parking | Attached, Garage |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| View | Neighborhood |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | None |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Tile, Wood |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Washer |
| Heating | Central |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Corner Lot |
| Roof | Composition |
| Construction | See Remarks |
| Foundation | Pillar/Post/Pier |
School Information
| District | Austin ISD |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Highland Park |
| Middle | Lamar (Austin ISD) |
| High | McCallum |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | March 14th, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 47 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office Contact | (512) 575-3644 |
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