When was property at 605 Texas Avenue built and last sold?

The property at 605 Texas Avenue was built in 1935 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 605 Texas Avenue is $787,756.

What are some comparable homes to 605 Texas Avenue?

There are currently no comparable homes to 605 Texas Avenue.

Austin

78705

Hancock

605 Texas Ave

Sold on Nov 30, -0001

Map

$725,000

● House - Off Market

605 Texas Ave

Austin, TX 78705

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,116 Ft²

$4,709

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Full of vintage charm and old Austin character, this adorable 1935 white stucco cottage offers a wonderful opportunity to renovate, expand, or enjoy as-is in the heart of the Hancock neighborhood. Set on a quiet street, the home features lucky green shamrock shutters, original architectural details, and hardwood floors throughout. The traditional floorplan includes a spacious open living and dining area, two bedrooms, a full bath with eclectic 1930s green tile, and a wonderful screened-in back porch. Outside, a fenced, tree-shaded backyard with rear alley access provides privacy, while a detached garage with workshop space and a large two-car carport add valuable flexibility. Set in a highly walkable neighborhood just blocks from the University of Texas, Lee Elementary, Hancock Golf Course, and HEB, this delightful cottage blends vintage appeal, everyday convenience, and classic Austin charm.

Unit Size

1,116 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.16 acres

Price per sqft

$650

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$1,149

HOA Dues

Year Built

1935

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Last updated: 19 days ago (Unlock MLS #ACT3552855)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Sep 14, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Aug 5, 2026	Relisted	$725,000
Relisted
Aug 1, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Jul 23, 2026	Price Decreased	$725,000 ↓ $50K (6.5%)
Price Decreased
Jul 6, 2026	Price Decreased	$775,000 ↓ $24K (3%)
Price Decreased
May 20, 2026	Listed by Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty	$799,000
Listed by Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Property Highlights

Garage

Air Conditioning

Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1935

Effective Year Built: 1970
Building Count: 1
Bedroom Count: 0
Bathroom Count: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Building Condition: 6
Building Quality: 7
Construction Type: 17
Building Style: 0
Exterior Walls Type: 0
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 1
Roof Cover Type: 3
Floor Count: 100
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 4
Garage Square Area: 352
Parking Space Count: 1
Patio Type: 20
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 7,103

Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,410
Lot Size Frontage Feet: 500
Total Building Area: 1,116
Gross Building Area: 1,116
Building Area: 1,116
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 1

Heating: 3
Heated Square Feet: 1,116
Heating Fuel Type: 0

Utilities

Sewer System: 0

Water Service: 0

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: HARPERS SUBD
Land Acres: 0000000163
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: A1
State Land Use Code: A1
Legal Description 1: LOT 8 BLK 5 OLT 7-8 DIV C HARPERS SUBD

Neighborhood

School District Name: Austin Independent School District

School Tax School District: AUSTIN ISD
Census Tract: 000500

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: 0217061503

Account Number: 211701
Parcel: 211701
Block: 5
Lot: 8
Municipality: CITY OF AUSTIN
Latitude: 30.2969
Longitude: -97.7292

Address

Full Address: 605 Texas Ave

Address - House Number: 605
Address - Street Name: Texas
Address - Suffix Type: Ave
State: TX
City Name: Austin
Carrier Code: C001
4-Digit Zip Code: 1727
Zip Code: 78705

Valuation

Tax

Tax Year: 2022

Tax Amount: $943,722
Tax Rate Code Area: 68

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.2444

Valuation Date: Aug 09, 2023
Confidence Score: 65
Final Value: 841,579
High Value: 1,047,293
Low Value: 635,864

Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $982,313

Market Land Value: $787,500
Market Improvement Value: $194,813

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $601,745

Exemptions

Homeowner Exemption: Yes

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Comparables

About Central Austin

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$329,900

Sale Price/ft²

$399

Below Asking

0.03%

Average Days on Market

101

Average Home Size

1104 ft²

Average Home Age

46.1 years

Currently For Sale

143 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Suzanne Pringle
Listed Office: Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty - Listing courtesy of Unlock MLS
Phone: (512) 345-2100
Last Updated: 2026-10-07 04:04:12
Data Source: Unlock MLS, MLS# ACT3552855

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