Price Reduction - Fixer Upper - Primary on Main
Address
1716 Karen Ave, Austin, TX
Price
$ 629,990
Property Attributes
- MLS#7968204
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyTRAVIS
- CityAustin
- Area2
- NeighborhoodBrentwood Terrace
- Zip78757
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1955
- Taxes$ 11754
- Price$ 629,990
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1370
- Lot Size0.281 Acres
Data Source:
Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABOR) as distributed by MLS GRID
Property Description
Just one block from Brentwood Elementary, this single-family home carries the soul of classic Austin — from the era when Allandale and Brentwood were first drawn onto the map. It sits on a generous 0.28-acre (12,253 sq. ft.) corner lot, shaded by mature oaks and pecans that simply can't be planted overnight. Today, this property stands at an exciting crossroads: a seasoned fixer-upper ready for a renovation that honors its mid-century bones, or a cleared slate for a custom-built dream home in one of Austin's most desirable in-town neighborhoods. Either way, what you're buying is irreplaceable — the corner lot, the location, the legacy of a street where neighbors still know each other by name. Quiet, canopied streets surrounded by thoughtfully updated mid-century homes — this is what neighborhood feel actually looks like. And the Burnet Road corridor just steps away keeps getting better: new sidewalks, bike paths, and streetscape upgrades are underway as part of the city's multi-year Burnet Road corridor project, making the area increasingly walkable. The neighborhood's commercial spine delivers it all — Mama Betty's for Tex-Mex, District Kitchen for a date-night New American menu, Boulevard Social for craft cocktails, and Pocha Is Back for late-night Korean pocha vibes, plus Sugarwolf Bakery for coffee and pastries. It's one of Austin's most authentic and evolving local dining corridors. 78757 sits close to the Domain's tech corridors, central Austin, and major thoroughfares like MoPac and US-183 — a location that works for commuters, remote workers, and everyone in between. An incredible, level corner lot in Brentwood — 12,253 sq. ft. / 0.2813 acres.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood Elementary School | Lamar (Austin ISD) Middle School | McCallum High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Listed $699,900 |
| 8/25/2026 | 10$629,990 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1370 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Above Ground |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Disposal |
| Patio/Porch Features | Front Porch |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Stone Veneer |
| Year Built | 1955 |
| View | None |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Waterfront Features | None |
| Community Features | Curbs,Sidewalks |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Travis |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Energy Efficient | None |
| Subdivision Name | Brentwood Terrace |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Green Sustainability | None |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From the intersection of Burnet Road and RM 2222,head north on Burnet Road for approximately 0.7 miles,then turn right (east) onto Justin Lane. Turn right (south) onto Arroyo Seco,then turn right (we |
| High School | McCallum |
| City | Austin |
| Disclosures | Lead Base Paint Addendum,Seller Disclosure |
| MLS Area | 2 |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 12240.36 |
| Elementary School | Brentwood |
| Tax Annual Amount | 12844.74 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Lamar (Austin ISD) |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 623200 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),No Interior Steps,Primary Bedroom on Main,Walk-In Closet(s),See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Vinyl |
| Fireplace Features | None |
| Window Features | Blinds |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | None |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Chain Link |
| Parking Features | Alley Access,Driveway,Enclosed |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Corner Lot,Few Trees,Level,Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft) |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.281 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Horse Amenities | None |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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