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#6587018, John Dunham, Listing Office: Compass RE Texas, LLC
$1,595,000 List price
606 E 42nd St Austin, TX 78751
$10,000
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3 beds
2 full
2,335 sqft
0.2 acres
$683 / sqft
House
Property details
About 606 E 42nd St
This one has it ALL. 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 small library with extensive built-ins, 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. Tons of natural light, high ceilings, and reclaimed hardwood floors throughout this Hancock charmer. Attached one-car carport. Zoned for Lee Elementary.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,335 sqft
Lot size0.1573 Acres
Year built1932
ParkingAttached Carport
MLS #1334896
FireplaceDouble Sided, Living Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Double Sided, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached Carport
- Waterfront: None
- Exterior: Exterior Steps, Private Yard
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,595,000
- Price/SqFt: $683
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,559
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Golf Course, Landscaped, Few Trees
- Directions: From W 45th St, turn right onto Duval St, turn left onto E 42nd St, house is on your left
- Year Built: 1932
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,335 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1573 Acres
- MLS Number: 1334896
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Compass RE Texas, LLC
- Office Phone: (512) 777-0205
- Listing Agent: Tammy Young
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,067,229 | $13,559 |
| 2023 | $1,002,993 | $13,559 |
| 2022 | $1,179,569 | $13,559 |
| 2021 | $705,760 | $13,039 |
| 2019 | $643,041 | $13,792 |
| 2018 | $718,300 | $14,457 |
| 2017 | $653,000 | $14,342 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Lee Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.6 mi
•3308 Hampton Rd
8
Ridgetop Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•5005 Caswell Ave
6
Maplewood Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•3808 Maplewood Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,159. The most common annual income of people living in Austin, TX is less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
44%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
80%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
7%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
60%
18-34 yrs old
26%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Art Museums
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News- Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 606 E 42nd St
The listing price of 606 E 42nd St property is $1,595,000.
The property 606 E 42nd St is a house located in Austin, Texas, 78751.
Active Listing: 606 E 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 606 E 42nd St are: Lee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ridgetop Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Maplewood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Helping Hand (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Vista Academy of Austin-Mueller (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kealing Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Rosedale (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), McCallum High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Garza Independence High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,559 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 606 E 42nd St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 606 E 42nd St is 2,335 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 606 E 42nd St is 1932.
This home is located at 606 E 42nd St in Austin, TX and zip code 78751 in the Ideal Place neighborhood. This 2,335 square foot home, which was built in 1932, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,595,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Austin, TX there were more than 136 sold above asking price, over 524 sold below and more than 135 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Austin, TX increased by 23.5% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $577,195 and the average listing age was 48 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.