1516 W 9th St, Austin, TX 78703

Beautifully remodeled 3 bed, 2 bath single-story home in the heart of historic Clarksville. Recent updates honor the 1920s craftsman style while blending modern design and comfort. The spacious front porch is ideal for lounging on the porch swing or unwinding in the screened porch with a good book. Stepping into the home, you’ll be in awe of the original longleaf heart pine floors, high ceilings, and exposed shiplap. Custom storm windows, added storage, new appliances, and marble accents honor the home’s timeless style and charm while adding modern creature comforts. The primary ensuite with a custom walk-in closet is the perfect retreat, while the adjoining office and two additional spacious bedrooms provide plenty of space for a growing family. The library/sitting room connects to a large chef’s kitchen, while the multi-functional butler’s pantry doubles as a laundry space. The low-maintenance backyard is perfect for dinner parties or family movie nights and connects to a separate bonus flex space that may serve as an office, gym, or a place to get away and unwind. 1516 W 9th St is the perfect location for city living, just a ten-minute drive to downtown and a short stroll to Fresh Plus, Caffe Medici, and all the great West Lynn restaurants.

Clarksville is Austin's most walkable luxury neighborhood — a historic freedman's town founded in 1871, now in 78703, five minutes on foot from downtown. Median home price $2.2M. Austin ISD schools (Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle, Austin High). One of the only Austin neighborhoods where you can walk to fine dining, trails, and downtown without getting in a car.

The housing stock reflects 150 years of history. Original shotgun cottages and bungalows from the early 1900s sit alongside contemporary new builds and sensitive renovations on lots ranging from 0.1 to 0.25 acres. The neighborhood's historic designation (National Register) means you'll see period architecture preserved next to modern infill. Teardown lots trade at $800K-$1.5M for land alone.

West Lynn Street is the commercial spine — Medici coffee, Cipollina wood-fired pizza, Jeffrey's fine dining, Josephine House, and Bar Peached are all within a few blocks. Pease Park and Shoal Creek Trail border the east side. The Whole Foods flagship at 6th and Lamar is a 10-minute walk.

What makes Clarksville distinct: the combination of walkable daily life, historic character, and proximity to downtown that no other Austin neighborhood matches. The tradeoff is small lots, limited parking, and premium pricing for the location. Buyers here are paying for a lifestyle that doesn't require a car.