2107 Kenwood Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Sellers have moved out of the country and are motivated to sell. We welcome you to make 78704 your home and new lifestyle. Nestled in the heart of vibrant Travis Heights, you'll find the epitome of classic curb appeal with a modern twist. The main house, a classic bungalow beautifully upgraded to a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, oozes charm and character. But that’s just the beginning. Step out back, and you’ll find a two-story guest house built in 2000 with its own bedroom, bath, laundry, a delightful balcony, and back porch—not to mention a secret rooftop for those private moments of reflection or celebration. The rooftop has a new roof and just needs your personal touch to incorporate decking and maybe another hammock! If you are looking for passive income, ask the agent about the successful past BnB business! Need a bit of extra space to work or create? The bright and cheery home office with a skylight is the perfect escape: soundproof, air-conditioned, and tucked away for ultimate focus. One of the best parts of this property is the outdoor spaces, offering an open yard, dining area, fire pit, and a front yard that could be fenced off for more usability. Or, bask in the afternoon sun on the vine-covered hammock while admiring your herb garden. With over $200K in thoughtful upgrades, including new roofs, tankless water heater, updated appliances, and new HVAC systems, this home is as functional as it is beautiful. An electronic security gate ensures your privacy, while the Ring security system helps you relax at home or when away. Located just minutes from downtown Austin, with the iconic South Congress bars, like C-Boy's, The Greek bar (coming soon) and countless shops and restaurants practically at your doorstep. Only 4 minute drive from the new HEB! 8-minute walk to the neighborhood favorite Whip In. 6-minute walk to the pool, tennis courts, and playground at Big Stacy Neighborhood Park, or you can hike along the Blunn Creek Greenbelt.

Travis Heights is home to Big Stacy Pool, a free, spring-fed swimming hole that most Austinites have never visited because they are too busy fighting for space at Barton Springs. That hidden quality defines the entire neighborhood. Travis Heights has been here since the 1920s, sitting on the bluffs above Lady Bird Lake, and it has managed to stay more residential and quiet than the buzzing corridors on every side. South Congress is one block west. Rainey Street is a short walk across the bridge. And yet the interior streets still feel like the Austin people romanticize.

The neighborhood occupies the high ground east of South Congress and south of Lady Bird Lake, running from the lake to Oltorf Street, with I-35 on the east. The streets climb and wind along bluffs, creating a layered landscape of old trees and homes with views toward downtown. The Congress Avenue Bridge bats are a five-minute walk. Downtown is across the bridge, ten minutes on foot. Perla's and June's All Day anchor South Congress to the west. Elizabeth Street Cafe serves Vietnamese-French pastries. Lenoir offers a farmhouse wine garden. Odd Duck does farm-to-table small plates. Otoko is one of the most exclusive reservations in the city. Emmer and Rye rounds out with inventive tasting menus.

Craftsman bungalows from the 1920s and 1930s make up the largest category, with wide porches and original wood siding. Tudor homes add steep gabled rooflines. Contemporary builds appear on teardown lots. Mid-Century homes fill blocks farther from the lake. A bungalow needing work starts around $700,000, while renovated or new construction with lake views can exceed $2.5 million. Lots are modest - a tenth to a quarter acre - but tree coverage and topographic variation make them feel larger.

Travis Heights Elementary carries a reputation for strong community involvement and a diverse student body. Students feed into Fulmore Middle School and Travis High School. The schools attract families who actively choose an urban public school experience: diverse populations and neighborhood identity. Parent engagement runs high. Private options are plentiful nearby, including Austin Montessori.

Blunn Creek Greenbelt runs through the interior, providing a shaded corridor for walking and nature play. Big Stacy Park has both the spring-fed pool and a neighborhood gathering point. Lady Bird Lake's boardwalk connects the south side to the east side. The Congress Avenue Bridge bats are part of the nightly routine March through October. Weekend mornings might start with coffee on a front porch, a walk to the South Congress farmers market, or a jog along the Butler Trail.

Travis Heights sits between South Congress's commercial energy and the quieter feel of Bouldin Creek. South Congress properties near the avenue carry a premium but sacrifice residential calm. Bouldin Creek offers similar vintage stock on flatter terrain with less lake proximity. East Austin has seen rapid appreciation but lacks the established canopy and topographic character. Travis Heights benefits from being close to everything without being consumed by it.

Travis Heights is for buyers who want the real, historic Austin experience with a ten-minute walk to downtown and South Congress. It fits families who value Craftsman bungalows and front-porch living, couples who want to walk to world-class restaurants, and anyone who believes the best neighborhoods are the ones that have been quietly getting it right for a hundred years.