1501 Arcadia Ave, Austin, TX 78757

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED - HIGHEST AND BEST DEADLINE SUNDAY (7/10) @ 3 PM. Seller reserves the right to accept an offer prior to the deadline. 1950's charm merges with contemporary detailing in this gorgeous, Violet Crown Heights home. The pleasant exterior offers a painted siding, 1 car garage, partial gutters, and a soaring oak that provides abundant shade. Although deceptively small from the outside, once inside the house reveals its spacious, flowing layout. The sun-bathed living room offers a comfortable space to decompress from the day and includes the original wood flooring, built-in speakers, and updated light fixtures. You will be inspired to create chef-quality meals in the fully updated kitchen with high-end finishes and fixtures. The meticulously chosen details are just stunning; modern cabinetry with stainless hardware, shiplap accent walls, quartz countertops, and recessed lighting. High-end stainless appliances include a gas range with 2 ovens, vent hood, and dishwasher. 2 sumptuous bedrooms encourage relaxation with dreamy natural light, original wood flooring, and well-chosen wall colors. The bathroom beckons you for a day of pampering and relaxation, with an updated single vanity, mirror, lighting, and fixtures in the shower/tub. The interior effortlessly flows onto a multi-tiered back patio that looks out over the perfectly manicured backyard. The backyard is wired for surround sound, creating a cool ambiance while you are entertaining. The landscaping will make you feel worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the city. With a large, .20 acre lot, the options are endless for this great property. Updated HVAC and water heater + hot water has been converted to PVC. This property is located perfectly in between I35 and Mopac, and is within minutes of shopping, dining, and entertainment. This home is sure to impress the most discerning buyer; see it today!

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.