1510 Northwood Rd, Austin, TX 78703

Incredibly charming vintage home in Central Austin, one of Austin’s most desirable areas. Filled with both period and modern homes, the tree-lined, established neighborhood is a wonderful mix of tradition and convenience. Downtown is just minutes away, but you’d never guess while strolling the shady streets and greeting your neighbors in this family-friendly enclave. The vintage cottage, named The Olivia House, has been lovingly updated while maintaining its original charm. Vintage millwork and built-in storage match the oak floors to provide a sense of history while modern lighting fixtures and appliances give the home a current vibe. The lower floor enjoys two living areas plus a formal dining room. The remodeled kitchen features plenty of storage and access a shady screened porch. The primary suite is tucked in to the eaves like a treetop aerie; you’ll enjoy looking out over the trees each morning. Outfitted in black and white, the primary bath is a chic nod to period styles with all the modern conveniences. Guest House Plus Plenty of Parking At the back of the property is a two-car garage topped with a spacious one-bedroom apartment. The sunny space includes a sitting room and kitchenette, perfect for guest quarters or a home office. The property is landscaped with native plants and enjoys plenty of parking, a rarity in this neighborhood. Enjoy the best of old and new Austin in your updated vintage home!

Bryker Woods is a 1930s-50s neighborhood in 78703, between West 29th and 38th streets, defined by front-porch bungalows, mature tree canopy, and walkability to the 35th Street dining corridor. Median home price $1.5M. Austin ISD schools — Bryker Woods Elementary is one of the few Austin campuses where every family walks.

The housing stock is almost entirely original bungalows and cottages on lots under a quarter acre. Some have been carefully updated, others are untouched. The Old West Austin National Register Historic District designation covers the area, which explains the cohesive streetscape. New construction exists but must work within the scale of the neighborhood. Lot values run $600K-$1M.

Daily life revolves around proximity. Kerbey Lane Cafe (open since 1980) and Central Market on North Lamar are walkable or a short bike ride. Shoal Creek Trail runs along the neighborhood edge. UT campus is a 15-minute bike ride — no parking pass needed. Tiny Boxwoods and Postino on 35th Street handle the dinner rotation.

What separates Bryker Woods from adjacent Tarrytown: smaller scale, lower price point, and a denser, more walkable feel. The lots are compact but the canopy makes them feel larger. This is a neighborhood for people who value community proximity over estate-level privacy.