1110 Travis Heights Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Perched above Travis Heights Boulevard with expansive downtown Austin skyline views, this historic 1925 Craftsman pairs old Austin character with a timeless 2026 addition, private pool, large yard, and nearly 3,600 square feet in 78704.

Original millwork, built-ins, a fireplace, and high ceilings honor the home’s Craftsman roots, while curated wallpaper, statement lighting, and tile bring a fresh, collected feel. Natural light fills the interiors, and the generous bedrooms offer a scale rarely found in historic homes.

At the back of the house, the 2026 addition opens to an expansive kitchen and living area made for gathering. The space flows to the decks, pool, and unmatched downtown Austin skyline views, with multiple outdoor areas for morning coffee, evenings with friends, and watching the city from above.

With four bedrooms, four full baths, and three distinct living areas, the floor plan offers flexibility for entertaining, working, retreating, and hosting while retaining the warmth of the original bungalow. The 10,500-square-foot lot includes a private pool, mature surroundings, and a two-car carport.

The address tells the story: Travis Heights Boulevard, in the heart of the neighborhood that shares its name. South Congress is just blocks away for coffee at Jo’s, dinner at June’s or Aba, a slice at Home Slice, live music at the Continental Club, or an afternoon at Little Stacy and Big Stacy parks. It is a location with energy close by and a true sense of place at home.

Historic where it matters. Modern where you want it. Unmistakably Austin.

1110 Travis Heights Boulevard honors more than a century of Austin history while embracing modern living, with original character, generous proportions, a pool, and extraordinary downtown views in the heart of 78704.

Travis Heights is home to Big Stacy Pool, a free, spring-fed swimming hole that most Austinites have never visited because they are too busy fighting for space at Barton Springs. That hidden quality defines the entire neighborhood. Travis Heights has been here since the 1920s, sitting on the bluffs above Lady Bird Lake, and it has managed to stay more residential and quiet than the buzzing corridors on every side. South Congress is one block west. Rainey Street is a short walk across the bridge. And yet the interior streets still feel like the Austin people romanticize.

The neighborhood occupies the high ground east of South Congress and south of Lady Bird Lake, running from the lake to Oltorf Street, with I-35 on the east. The streets climb and wind along bluffs, creating a layered landscape of old trees and homes with views toward downtown. The Congress Avenue Bridge bats are a five-minute walk. Downtown is across the bridge, ten minutes on foot. Perla's and June's All Day anchor South Congress to the west. Elizabeth Street Cafe serves Vietnamese-French pastries. Lenoir offers a farmhouse wine garden. Odd Duck does farm-to-table small plates. Otoko is one of the most exclusive reservations in the city. Emmer and Rye rounds out with inventive tasting menus.

Craftsman bungalows from the 1920s and 1930s make up the largest category, with wide porches and original wood siding. Tudor homes add steep gabled rooflines. Contemporary builds appear on teardown lots. Mid-Century homes fill blocks farther from the lake. A bungalow needing work starts around $700,000, while renovated or new construction with lake views can exceed $2.5 million. Lots are modest - a tenth to a quarter acre - but tree coverage and topographic variation make them feel larger.

Travis Heights Elementary carries a reputation for strong community involvement and a diverse student body. Students feed into Fulmore Middle School and Travis High School. The schools attract families who actively choose an urban public school experience: diverse populations and neighborhood identity. Parent engagement runs high. Private options are plentiful nearby, including Austin Montessori.

Blunn Creek Greenbelt runs through the interior, providing a shaded corridor for walking and nature play. Big Stacy Park has both the spring-fed pool and a neighborhood gathering point. Lady Bird Lake's boardwalk connects the south side to the east side. The Congress Avenue Bridge bats are part of the nightly routine March through October. Weekend mornings might start with coffee on a front porch, a walk to the South Congress farmers market, or a jog along the Butler Trail.

Travis Heights sits between South Congress's commercial energy and the quieter feel of Bouldin Creek. South Congress properties near the avenue carry a premium but sacrifice residential calm. Bouldin Creek offers similar vintage stock on flatter terrain with less lake proximity. East Austin has seen rapid appreciation but lacks the established canopy and topographic character. Travis Heights benefits from being close to everything without being consumed by it.

Travis Heights is for buyers who want the real, historic Austin experience with a ten-minute walk to downtown and South Congress. It fits families who value Craftsman bungalows and front-porch living, couples who want to walk to world-class restaurants, and anyone who believes the best neighborhoods are the ones that have been quietly getting it right for a hundred years.