1413 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX 78757

Discover luxury living in the heart of Central Austin with this beautifully crafted home. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a sophisticated office, this residence combines elegance with modern conveniences. Step into a kitchen designed for culinary excellence, boasting granite countertops, custom cabinets, and state-of-the-art appliances. The adjoining office space, adorned with Schumacher wallpaper and custom workstations, offers a productive retreat. Experience comfort in the living areas, highlighted by a stunning chandelier and vintage bookcase/bar, leading to a serene primary bedroom with a spa-like bathroom. Guest accommodations echo the home's luxury with custom touches throughout. Upgrades include a modern HVAC system, a whole-house dehumidifier, and an integrated sound system. Original hardwood floors and smart lighting solutions add to the home's charm. Outdoor living is redefined with a lush lawn, a deck and pergola with heating, and a new hot tub, perfect for relaxation and entertainment. This Central Austin gem is a testament to luxury and modern living. Schedule your viewing today and start your new chapter in this exquisite home.

Brentwood is one of Austin's original mid-century neighborhoods - built mostly between 1948 and 1955 when the city was expanding north of campus. The bones are good: 1,200-1,800 sqft brick and stone ranch homes on 7,500-10,000 sqft lots, mature pecan and oak trees, and a street grid that connects to everywhere without a single cul-de-sac.

The 78757 zip puts you 10 minutes from downtown via Lamar, 8 minutes from the Domain, and walking distance to Burnet Road - which has become one of Austin's best food corridors. Foreign & Domestic, Lala's Little Nugget, Top Notch Hamburgers, Tacodeli, and Soup Peddler are all within a mile. The Crown & Anchor on Burnet still serves the same burgers it did in 1980.

Original ranch homes start around $700K. Renovated and expanded properties run $1.1M-$1.6M. Tear-down and rebuild has accelerated over the past five years - new construction in the $1.8M-$2.5M range now mixes with the originals. The Brentwood Park area near Justin Lane holds value especially well.

Schools are Austin ISD: Brentwood Elementary, Lamar Middle, and McCallum High School - which feeds the Fine Arts Academy. Brentwood Park itself has tennis courts, a swimming pool, and the historic Brentwood Park Pool that families have used since the 1950s.

What makes Brentwood different from the bigger-name North Austin neighborhoods: it's still mostly its original housing stock. You can buy a real 1950s house with the post-war floor plan intact, then decide what to do with it. The neighborhood association is active, the streets are quiet, and the trees are tall enough to actually shade the sidewalks.

Best for buyers who want a true urban neighborhood with mid-century character, walkable food and coffee, and the McCallum Fine Arts Academy zoning.