2612 Little John Ln, Austin, TX 78704

Luxury Live Auction! Bidding to start from $575,000.00! Tucked into a quiet, low-traffic pocket just off South Congress, 2612 Little John Ln offers the rare combination of walkability, charm, and true peace of mind. With direct access to Blunn Creek Nature Preserve just down the street and a massive new H-E-B less than a 15-minute walk away (plus local favorites like Walter's Tavern right across the street), this location delivers unbeatable convenience in the heart of Austin. You’re moments from SoCo, close to I-35, and just 15 minutes to the airport. Inside, the highly functional floor plan maximizes every square foot — no wasted space, abundant natural light, and impressive storage including a coat closet, additional pantry-adjacent storage, and a spacious laundry room with extended hanging space. Thoughtful details throughout — dimmers, quality window treatments, curated paint selections, and charming original touches like round vents — reflect a home that has been deeply cared for. Step outside and discover a backyard that truly expands your living space. The 660 sq ft deck (approximately half covered by a pergola) is designed for year-round enjoyment, complete with high-quality furniture, lighting, misters, and shade. A usable lawn and 160 sq ft garden with established asparagus and automatic drip irrigation add both beauty and function. This is the “everything has been taken care of” home. Major system upgrades include sewer line replacement (2022), new 200A electrical service (2022), insulation and air sealing (2023), deck/fence/landscaping (2023), backup generator installation (2023), new HVAC with transferable 10-year parts and labor warranty (2024), new ductwork (2025), and new water heater (2026). The big-ticket items are done — offering comfort, efficiency, and long-term peace of mind. A rare opportunity to own a lovingly maintained home in one of Austin’s most dynamic and walkable locations. Call today for a tour!

Location is the core value here, and 2612 Little John Ln puts that value in a part of 78704 where access and daily convenience carry real weight. In Sherwood Oaks, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath single family residence sits in Travis County within Austin ISD, with a school path that includes Travis Hts Elementary, Lively Middle, and Travis High. For buyers who prioritize central Austin positioning, the combination is straightforward: a low-traffic residential setting just off South Congress, close to SoCo and I-35, with Blunn Creek Nature Preserve down the street and a large H-E-B within a short walk.

The house itself is compact in the right way. At 1,326 square feet on a 0.1766-acre lot, the plan appears to focus on utility rather than excess, which matters in this price range. Storage is a real part of the layout, with a coat closet, added pantry-adjacent storage, and a larger laundry room with extended hanging space. Natural light is a consistent advantage, and the interior details point to careful ownership, from dimmers and window treatments to preserved original elements such as round vents. Built in 1961, the home also benefits from substantial system work that removes much of the deferred maintenance buyers often inherit in older central Austin properties.

That upgrade history is one of the strongest facts in the file. The sewer line and 200A electrical service were replaced in 2022. Insulation and air sealing were improved in 2023, along with the deck, fence, and landscaping, and a backup generator was added the same year. The HVAC was replaced in 2024 with a transferable 10-year parts and labor warranty, new ductwork followed in 2025, and the water heater was replaced in 2026. Outside, the backyard extends usable living space with a 660 square foot deck, roughly half covered by a pergola, plus a lawn and a 160 square foot garden with established asparagus and drip irrigation.

At $1.09M, or $821 per square foot, this is not a story about raw size. It is a story about securing a well-maintained 78704 address with proven updates, practical outdoor space, Austin ISD assignment, and immediate access to some of the city’s most useful daily amenities. For the buyer who values central location, functional efficiency, and reduced capital expense after closing, that is a position that should hold up well over time.