1501 Travis Heights Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Bursting with character, this updated home offers a seamless blend of old-world elegance and modern comfort. Built-in 1930 and located on one of the most coveted streets in Travis Heights, this amazing residence sits on a double corner lot of nearly 1/3-acre, shaded by majestic live oak trees. Step inside the stunning living room where abundant sun, sleek millwork, and a neutral color palette accentuate the dark flooring that flows underneath. Gather in the chef’s kitchen that showcases a fabulous fusion of vintage style and state-of-the-art appliances. From a full Thanksgiving dinner for 20 guests, to an intimate gourmet meal for two, the six burner Blue Star cooktop, double wall ovens, incredible pantry and plentiful counter space make it a pleasure to cook and entertain. Original built-in shelving, opulent lighting, and rich wood accents are on display throughout this remarkable home. Private and peaceful owners’ suite is Ideal for relaxing. The bath features a free-standing, roll-top tub, large shower, and an old-fashioned deep sink. Your generously-sized deck and yard, outdoor sink and room for your BBQ provide plenty of options for entertaining guests or dining al fresco. The home also features a separate two-unit dwelling: 1-bdrm apartment featuring a kitchen and full bath; and a spacious studio with its own bath. Each has a private covered porch. Offers amazingly flexible options: multi-generational living, completely private home office, additional guest suites, or extra income. Apartment has been long-term and a licensed short-term rental. Live in an incredible established neighborhood with both old Austin charm and a modern updated vibe. Quiet tree-lined streets where neighbors walk and exchange friendly greetings are only one mile away from Music Ln, close to bustling downtown, all that South Congress has to offer, and easy access to ABIA. This impeccable Austin residence is as stylish as it is functional.Come take a tour before it's gone for good!

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.