1909 Burbank St, Austin, TX 78757

Nestled on a spacious interior lot in the heart of Austin’s sought-after 78757 zip code, 1909 Burbank Street presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of classic charm with unlimited potential. Built in 1963, this well-loved home showcases timeless character and solid bones, offering the perfect canvas for buyers looking to bring their vision to life.

While the home is cosmetically outdated, it’s rich with opportunity—ideal for homeowners eager to add their own modern style or investors seeking their next project. The generous lot provides ample space for expansion, outdoor living enhancements, or even a full renovation concept.

Located in an established neighborhood known for its central convenience, you’re just minutes from local favorites like The Domain for upscale shopping and dining, Q2 Stadium for entertainment and events, and everyday essentials at H-E-B.

Whether you’re looking to restore its vintage charm or reimagine it entirely, 1909 Burbank Street is a standout opportunity in one of Austin’s most desirable pockets.

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.