1709 Drake Ave, Austin TX 78704
Austin, TX 78704 · Fairview Park
Single Family Residence for sale in Fairview Park
Overview
Property Description
1709 Drake Avenue - the most perfect location in Travis Heights. Only three blocks to South Congress. Far enough for privacy, close enough for coffee, surrounded by other charming bungalows. At this price you can have your own a piece of Travis Heights history. The front porch swing invites you up the steps and the cheery yellow door welcomes you inside. A cozy living room with original hardwood floors and multiple windows offers a homey place to relax. The dining room is the center of the home which has easy access to the kitchen. There are two bedrooms and one full bathroom in between. Or create an office instead of a second bedroom. Head out to the back deck for entertaining. There is a fenced backyard + a detached garage/storage shed. The Travis Heights neighborhood features Big Stacy Park & Pool, Little Stacy kids playscape, wading pool, and tennis courts. Steps to restaurants, bars and shopping on South Congress. Come live in the heart of it all and make memories of your very own in this enchanting cottage!
Financial Info
- Price
- $795,000
- $ / Sqft
- $935
- HOA
- None
- Tax Rate
- 2.14%
- Est. Taxes
- $14,230.62
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Exemptions
- None
Legal Info
- Address
- 1709 Drake Ave
- County
- Travis
- City
- Austin
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78704
- Subdivision
- Fairview Park
- Legal Description
- CEN 49FT LOT 14&15 BLK 12F FAIRVIEW PARK
- Parcel
- 03020015020000
Interior Features
- Floor
- Tile, Wood
- Num Living
- 1
- Dining
- 1
- Kitchen
- Granite Counters
- Appliances
- Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet, Main Level
- Master Bed
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Master Main
- Yes
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Granite Counters, No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main, None, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
General Info
- Beds
- 2 Total / 2 Main Level
- Full / Half Baths
- 1 / 0
- Prop Type
- Residential
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- 1
- Year Built
- 1925 / Resale
- Square Feet
- 850 / Appraiser
- Garages
- 1
- Garage Desc
- Detached, Driveway, Garage
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Acres
- 0.10
- Lot Description
- Back Yard
- Restrictions
- None
- Flood Plain
- No
- View
- Neighborhood
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- 6
Utility Info
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Internet-Fiber, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
- Heat
- Wall Furnace
- A C
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Exterior Features
- Fence
- Back Yard, Gate, Wood
- Exterior Features
- Private Yard, Deck, Front Porch
- Pool On Property
- No
- Area Amenities
- Park, Playground, Pool
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
Schools
School Info
- District
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Travis Hts
- Middle
- O Henry
- High
- Austin
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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Estimated monthly payment
$5,869 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $5,869
- Principal & interest
- $4,020
- Property taxes
- $1,186
- Homeowners insurance
- $663
*PITI only
These figures are estimates for general information only — not a loan offer, a quote, or a guarantee of financing terms.
| Year | Starting balance | Principal paid | Interest paid | Ending balance | Principal vs interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $636,000 | $7,109 | $41,131 | $628,891 | |
| 2 | $628,891 | $7,585 | $40,655 | $621,306 | |
| 3 | $621,306 | $8,093 | $40,147 | $613,214 | |
| 4 | $613,214 | $8,635 | $39,605 | $604,579 | |
| 5 | $604,579 | $9,213 | $39,026 | $595,366 | |
| 6 | $595,366 | $9,830 | $38,409 | $585,536 | |
| 7 | $585,536 | $10,488 | $37,751 | $575,047 | |
| 8 | $575,047 | $11,191 | $37,049 | $563,856 | |
| 9 | $563,856 | $11,940 | $36,299 | $551,916 | |
| 10 | $551,916 | $12,740 | $35,499 | $539,176 |
- Year 1$628,891
- Principal paid
- $7,109
- Interest paid
- $41,131
- Starting balance
- $636,000
- Year 2$621,306
- Principal paid
- $7,585
- Interest paid
- $40,655
- Starting balance
- $628,891
- Year 3$613,214
- Principal paid
- $8,093
- Interest paid
- $40,147
- Starting balance
- $621,306
- Year 4$604,579
- Principal paid
- $8,635
- Interest paid
- $39,605
- Starting balance
- $613,214
- Year 5$595,366
- Principal paid
- $9,213
- Interest paid
- $39,026
- Starting balance
- $604,579
- Year 6$585,536
- Principal paid
- $9,830
- Interest paid
- $38,409
- Starting balance
- $595,366
- Year 7$575,047
- Principal paid
- $10,488
- Interest paid
- $37,751
- Starting balance
- $585,536
- Year 8$563,856
- Principal paid
- $11,191
- Interest paid
- $37,049
- Starting balance
- $575,047
- Year 9$551,916
- Principal paid
- $11,940
- Interest paid
- $36,299
- Starting balance
- $563,856
- Year 10$539,176
- Principal paid
- $12,740
- Interest paid
- $35,499
- Starting balance
- $551,916
Nearby
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