1711 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757

Pride of ownership is apparent at this charming 1-story home in Crestview. The lovingly restored interior features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living spaces. This home lives much larger than 1,328 with spacious rooms and a free flowing floor plan. Original hardwood flooring gleams as an abundance of natural light pours through the many windows. An open concept kitchen and dining presents a generous space for intimate family meals or lively dinner parties during the holidays. The renovated kitchen includes custom cabinetry, a breakfast bar, updated tile flooring, gas range, disposal and dishwasher. You can almost hear the laughter from wonderful conversations that will be had in the lovely dining room. As dreamy natural light filters through the large windows in the owner's suite, you will immediately feel relaxed and comfortable. A flex space at the back of the home can be used as an additional living space, game room or office. The backyard is an entertainer's dream with an expansive deck, concrete patio, xeriscaped patio and a lush lawn. Plenty of space to dine, play and create wonderful memories. With mature trees and no back neighbors, the backyard feels very private. Close to everything Austin has to offer; great public transportation options; many local eateries, shops within easy walking or cycling distance including Little Deli, Violet Crown Clubhouse, LaLa’s, Ginnys, Bird Biscuit, Marchesa Theater, ACC Highland, Upper Crust Bakery, Alamo Drafthouse, and Korea House; Brenwood park, pool and Brentwood Elementary literally right behind the backyard. This home will check off every box on your "must have" list; schedule your showing before it's too late!

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.