1512 Northwood Rd, Austin, TX 78703

BRING US AN OFFER! Charming cottage in iconic Pemberton Heights, one of Austin’s most revered neighborhoods. This 1930’s “gingerbread house” has been lovingly updated by fastidious owners and is turn-key with a 3 bed, 2 bath 1,716 SF main house and detached 288 SF carriage house. Classic curb appeal welcomes you and is a testament to historic Austin. Warmth and character continue inside where arched doorways, oak and pine flooring, commissioned stained glass, and original as well as custom light fixtures are just a few of the special touches. A long list of features and improvements can be found in the listing documents but highlights include a full primary bathroom remodel in 2022, all copper closed system gutters, and numerous plumbing and electrical upgrades. The cozy kitchen is a particularly delightful space with a large, above-the-sink window overlooking the covered stone patio and lush backyard that offers a picture-perfect setting for al-fresco dining and dreamy garden parties. The verdant grounds have been meticulously landscaped and the towering trees create a magical atmosphere of peace and privacy. Note the large, stylish storage shed to house outdoor tools and equipment. Zoned to beloved Casis Elementary, on a street where multi-million dollar estates are the norm, this unique property stands out as a rare opportunity to get into this heralded part of central Austin or for visionaries to design a fabulous addition on the 0.173 acre lot.

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.