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203 Ben Howell DR, Austin, TX 78704

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$895,000

3 beds • 3 baths • 1,486 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 4,606 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Newly Listed
    Time on Century 21

  • $602.29
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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2/2 cottage + a 1/1 ADU in the heart of 78704! This charming 1950s home is in a prime location, between S. Congress and S. 1st. Abundance of natural light, original hardwood flooring throughout the dining, living, kitchen, and guest bedroom. The home has a spacious kitchen with updated cabinets, tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. The primary bath features custom tile, an updated vanity and fixtures, lighting, and an updated soaking tub with a frameless enclosure. The back ADU is 300 sqft and boasts a kitchenette and full bath; perfect for a STR, guest suite, office, studio, or game room. The main home recently leased at $3,500 a month long term, is currently used as a STR averaging $4,000 a month and the Casita STR averages $3,000 a month earnings. The location is in close proximity to many local eateries, coffee shops, and shopping, plus extremely easy access to DT Austin, I35, and Mopac. Pride of ownership shines through this property. Open House Sunday 3/23 1-3pm
MLS# 2482010

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(512) 448-4111

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Ceiling Fan, Security System, Security System
  • Appliances
    Dishwasher, Garbage Disposer, Microwave, Range, Range - Gas, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Floor Covering
    Tile, Wood
  • Heating System
    Central Furnace
  • Lot Size
    0.15 Acres
  • Rooms
    Kitchen

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  • Property Taxes
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Schools

Dawson Elementary School

Grades EE-5 Public School

Austin, TX 78704 0.3 miles
3001 s 1st st

308 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: F

School Details

Lively Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Austin, TX 78704 0.8 miles
201 e mary st

1175 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details

Travis Early College School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Austin, TX 78704 0.9 miles
1211 e oltorf st

1243 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D-

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Leadership Academy 0.3 miles Public 8-12 F
San Juan Diego Catholic High School 0.4 miles Private 9-12
St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School 0.4 miles Private KG-8
St Austin Catholic School 0.5 miles Private PK-8
Phoenix Academy 0.6 miles Public 8-12 D-
Travis Heights Elementary School 0.9 miles Public EE-5 B+
Galindo Elementary School 0.9 miles Public EE-5 B-
Graduation Preparatory Academy 0.9 miles Public 9-12 F
Mainspring Schools 0.9 miles Public PK
Waterloo School 1 miles Private 9-12
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program- Elementary School 1 miles Public KG-6
Becker Elementary School 1 miles Public PK-5 A
Trinity Charter Schools Nicoles Place 1.2 miles Public 7-11
St. Elmo Elementary School 1.3 miles Public PK-5 C
Texas School For The Deaf 1.4 miles Public PK-12
Linder Elementary School 1.5 miles Public PK-5 C-
Zilker Elementary School 1.5 miles Public PK-5 A+

Leadership Academy

Distance: 0.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 8-12

F

San Juan Diego Catholic High School

Distance: 0.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School

Distance: 0.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

St Austin Catholic School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Phoenix Academy

Distance: 0.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: 8-12

D-

Travis Heights Elementary School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: EE-5

B+

Galindo Elementary School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: EE-5

B-

Graduation Preparatory Academy

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

F

Mainspring Schools

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK

Waterloo School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Disciplinary Alternative Education Program- Elementary School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-6

Becker Elementary School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A

Trinity Charter Schools Nicoles Place

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 7-11

St. Elmo Elementary School

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C

Texas School For The Deaf

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-12

Linder Elementary School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C-

Zilker Elementary School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A+

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Austin, TX 78704

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Austin, TX 78704

This community’s employment is highest in the food and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

96° August
Hottest Average Month
38° January
Coldest Average Month
27,110 Total Households in Area
2.8% Increase in population since the year 2010
15.5%
of households
have children
18 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Austin, TX 78704

Austin, TX 78704 has a population of 51,258 people in 27,110 households with a median age of 34.4 years old.

2.8%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
26,424
Total households as of 2010
6.5%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 34.4 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 23%
Other 8%
Asian 5%
Black 3%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 68%, followed by Hispanic at 23%, Other at 8%, and Asian at 5%.

Economics
for Austin, TX 78704

5,815 /sq mi
Population Density
$88,169 /yr
Median Household Income
$829,750
Median Sales Price
18 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 16.34% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 66%
  • Work from Home 25%
  • Walk or Bike 6%
  • Public Transit 4%

Occupancy by Type

Rented 18,408 62%
Owned 8,702 29%
Vacant 2,547 9%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 92%
Blue Collar 8%

Family & Education Facts
for Austin, TX 78704

34.4 Median Age

Average Household Size

1.8
persons per
household

24.7%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 44%
Graduate Degree 24%
Some College 13%
High School Graduate 9%
Some High School 5%
Associates Degree 4%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 43.85% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
15.5% of households have children

Weather
for Austin, TX 78704

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 96° F in August to a low of 38° F in January

96° August
Hottest Average Month
38° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
38°
61°
Feb
42°
65°
Mar
48°
72°
Apr
57°
79°
May
64°
86°
Jun
70°
92°
Jul
73°
95°
Aug
72°
96°
Sep
67°
90°
Oct
58°
82°
Nov
48°
71°
Dec
40°
63°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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