6501 Laird Dr, Austin, TX 78757

Landmark home in Brentwood exhibits maximum curb appeal with a twist of modern and traditional craftsman architecture, plus multiple outdoor living spaces*Spacious entry, guests are quickly drawn into the main downstairs gathering spaces*The kitchen acts as a central command area between two living areas and formal dining space*With sprawling counter space and views over the bar-top into the main living, the kitchen offers two sinks, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and 36” gas range*You can also easily step into the second living or playroom which leads to the courtyard space*On the opposite wing of the first level, you will find 3 well appointed bedrooms, shared bathroom and spacious utility room with sink*Upstairs is the private owners retreat and a hidden office / craft room where one can separate from the hustle downstairs*A true primary bath with double sinks, separate soaking tub and walk-in shower, plus a dream closet*Additional features include gorgeous wood floors throughout (no carpet), recent hvac system / water heater (2021), built in custom cabinetry, plantation shutters, California closet in the primary bedroom, freshly painted kitchen cabinets, recently remodeled powder bath on main level, and abundant storage above the carport. You can avoid dragging hoses around with a sprinkler/drip automatic system*Outdoor living includes a variety of options with most kids activities on the side yard, grilling / lounging in the courtyard, and the sellers often gather under the carport with a washer pit along the back fence line*Midtown is the ideal location between original Downtown and the Domain. Close access to amazing restaurants including Little Deli, Eldorado, Amy’s Ice Cream, Barley Swine and coming soon, Bird Bird Biscuit.

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.