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203 Ben Howell Dr 
Austin, TX 78704

$889,990

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2/2 cottage + a 1/1 ADU in the heart of 78704! This charming 1950s home is in a prime location, between S. Congress and S. 1st. Abundance of natural light, original hardwood flooring throughout the dining, living, kitchen, and guest bedroom. The home has a spacious kitchen with updated cabinets, tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. The primary bath features custom tile, an updated vanity and fixtures, lighting, and an updated soaking tub with a frameless enclosure. The back ADU is 300 sqft and boasts a kitchenette and full bath; perfect for a STR, guest suite, office, studio, or game room. The main home recently leased at $3,500 a month long term, is currently used as a STR averaging $4,000 a month and the Casita STR averages $3,000 a month earnings. The location is in close proximity to many local eateries, coffee shops, and shopping, plus extremely easy access to DT Austin, I35, and Mopac. Pride of ownership shines through this property.
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Bedrooms
3
Baths
3
House Size
1,486 sqft
Year Built
1953
Lot Size
0.15 ac
School District
Austin ISD

Location

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In the last 30 days, homes for sale in Dawson, Austin, TX were on the market for a median of 88 days and 0% of homes sold above list price.

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Interior Information

appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Energy Star Qualified Appliances
Microwave
Free-standing Gas Range
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Water Heater
cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air
features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Chandelier
Open Floorplan
Master Downstairs
fireplace
None
flooring
Tile
Wood
heating
Central
laundry features
Laundry Room
view
None
window features
Blinds
Screens

Exterior Information

features
Private Yard
fence
Back Yard
Privacy
Wood
patio and porch
Covered
Deck
Porch
pool
None
roof
Composition

Property Information

architectural style
Single Level Floor Plan
Entry Steps
community
Curbs
construction
Frame
foundation
Pillar/post/pier
Slab
lot
City Lot
Interior Lot
other structures
None
parking
Gravel
Outside
security features
Smoke Detector(s)
sewer
Public Sewer
subdivision name
Live Oak Grove Add
utilities
Cable Available
Electricity Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Phone Available
Sewer Connected
Water Connected
water source
Public
  • Listed By Michael Harrell
  • (512) 769-8802
  • Keller Williams Realty
  • (512) 448-4111
  • lramsey@kwaustin.com
  • MLS 2482010

Tax History

Date

Property Tax

Land

Additions

Tax Assessment

2023$18,547 (0%)$450,000$385,562$835,562 (-11%)
2022$18,547 (+59.1%)$450,000$489,100$939,100 (+75.3%)
2021$11,658$300,000$235,600$535,600

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Estimated Monthly Cost

$6,535

30 year fixed·6.9% interest rate
Principal & Interest
$4,689
Property Taxes
$1,546
Home Insurance
$300
HOA Fees
$0
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