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1808 Forest Hill DR, Austin TX 78745

Austin, TX 78745 · PARK FOREST SEC 1

Single Family Residence for sale in PARK FOREST SEC 1

4Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
1,832Square Ft
0.16Acres
0Garage
1958Year Built
Back on Market
1 / 40
$730,000$775,000
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Overview

Property Description

$25K Price Improvement! Urban dwellers dream, unique investment opportunity or BOTH in the heart of tree-lined pocket neighborhood Banister Acres/Southwood, fast becoming the next hot spot for central living! Two artistically inspired homes on a huge lot that can be lived in separately as they are now, or connected by one large outdoor gathering space (w/simple removal of fence. The front home is a 3-1 ranch-style bungalow with a warm mid-century appeal. The 1-1 is a Erica Heroy signature architectural space that offers a true sense of zen while inspiring creativity with its large open space, cool loft bedroom and lots of storage space. Live in one and rent out the other full time or STR with great rental demand for the area given proximity to 78704 and downtown yet much more affordable. 3/1 projected rents at $1900-$2k per mth and 1-1 projected rents at $1700 per mth. OR live in one and STR the other and easily double the daily revenue after expenses! Collectively this property provide amazing flexibility for many lifestyles. Seeking a cozy family home with an inspiring studio/office straight out of Dwell magazine? Or a cool home with a gorgeous ADU for guests, work or to Air bnb? Want own property and have 1/3-1/2 of your payment covered by a renter? How about a property that supports generational living needs with a 3br home in front and a loved one living in a separate 1-1? 1808 Forest Hill covers them all and more! 1,832 Total sq ft • 7k+ sq foot lot • ADU featured in magazines and built in 2018 • New interior paint at ADU • Added stove/backsplash at ADU in 2024 • New tankless water heater in ADU • Pre-wired for Surround Sound at ADU • New Interior paint on both • Foors on front house in 2023 • Roof replacement in 2021 on front house • Windows in 2017 at front house • Updated electric in 2017 • Updated PVC Drain Lines on front house 2023 • 10 mins to ABIA, Zilker Park/Barton Springs, downtown • Minutes to Central Market, Juiceland, SOCO, SOLA.

Financial Info
Price
$730,000
$ / Sqft
$398
HOA
None
Tax Rate
2.046485%
Est. Taxes
$10,995.71
Tax Year
2025
Exemptions
Homestead
Legal Info
Address
1808 Forest Hill DR
County
Travis
City
Austin
State
TX
Zip
78745
Subdivision
PARK FOREST SEC 1
Legal Description
LOT 15 BLK A PARK FOREST SEC 1
Parcel
04091204150000
Interior Features
Floor
Concrete, Tile, Vinyl
Num Living
2
Dining
2
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry
In Kitchen
Master Bed
Primary Bedroom on Main
Master Main
Yes
Fireplace Description
None
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Quartz Counters, Primary Bedroom on Main, Smart Thermostat, Washer Hookup, Wired for Sound, None, Double Pane Windows
General Info
Beds
4 Total / 3 Main Level / 1 Other Level
Full / Half Baths
2 / 0
Prop Type
Residential
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Stories
1
Year Built
1958 / Updated/Remodeled
Square Feet
1,832 / Public Records
Garage Desc
Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, Off Street
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Construction
Brick Veneer, Frame, HardiPlank Type
Acres
0.16
Lot Description
Front Yard, Garden, Level, Native Plants, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
Restrictions
Deed Restrictions
Flood Plain
No
View
Neighborhood
Water Access
No
Waterfront
No
Area
10N
Utility Info
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Heat
Central, Natural Gas
A C
Central Air
Exterior Features
Fence
Chain Link, Fenced, Privacy, Wood
Exterior Features
Uncovered Courtyard, Garden, Private Yard, Rear Porch
Pool On Property
No
Area Amenities
See Remarks

Price history

Members only
Days on market
−$45,000 (−5.8%)
$775,000 → $730,000
2
Price reductions
Active
Since Apr 10, 2026
Price trend
List priceApr 2026Jul 2026
Property history11 events
DateEventPriceChange
Aug 28, 2026Back On Market
Aug 24, 2026Hold
Jul 11, 2026Back On Market
Jul 11, 2026Price Decrease$730,000−$20,000 (−2.7%)
Jun 26, 2026Hold
Jun 25, 2026Back On Market
Jun 24, 2026Hold
May 8, 2026Price Decrease$750,000−$25,000 (−3.2%)
May 8, 2026Back On Market
Apr 24, 2026Hold
Apr 10, 2026New Listing

Taxes

Tax data isn’t available for this property’s county yet.

Schools

School Info
District
Austin ISD
Elementary
Joslin
Middle
Covington
High
Crockett

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Financing

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  • 20% down
  • Conv/Jumbo
  • 30 years
  • 6.50% rate

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List price $730,000
Down payment
Stays 20% if you change the price
Note rate, not APR
From this listing’s tax record
*Estimated only (1% of price / yr)

Estimated monthly payment

$5,215 / mo

20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed

Estimated monthly payment $5,215

Principal & interest
$3,691
Property taxes
$916
Homeowners insurance
$608

*PITI only

These figures are estimates for general information only — not a loan offer, a quote, or a guarantee of financing terms.

Principal, interest and balance for each year
YearStarting balancePrincipal paidInterest paidEnding balancePrincipal vs interest
1$584,000$6,528$37,768$577,472
2$577,472$6,965$37,331$570,508
3$570,508$7,431$36,864$563,077
4$563,077$7,929$36,367$555,148
5$555,148$8,460$35,836$546,688
6$546,688$9,026$35,269$537,662
7$537,662$9,631$34,664$528,031
8$528,031$10,276$34,019$517,755
9$517,755$10,964$33,331$506,791
10$506,791$11,698$32,597$495,093
  • Year 1$577,472
    Principal paid
    $6,528
    Interest paid
    $37,768
    Starting balance
    $584,000
  • Year 2$570,508
    Principal paid
    $6,965
    Interest paid
    $37,331
    Starting balance
    $577,472
  • Year 3$563,077
    Principal paid
    $7,431
    Interest paid
    $36,864
    Starting balance
    $570,508
  • Year 4$555,148
    Principal paid
    $7,929
    Interest paid
    $36,367
    Starting balance
    $563,077
  • Year 5$546,688
    Principal paid
    $8,460
    Interest paid
    $35,836
    Starting balance
    $555,148
  • Year 6$537,662
    Principal paid
    $9,026
    Interest paid
    $35,269
    Starting balance
    $546,688
  • Year 7$528,031
    Principal paid
    $9,631
    Interest paid
    $34,664
    Starting balance
    $537,662
  • Year 8$517,755
    Principal paid
    $10,276
    Interest paid
    $34,019
    Starting balance
    $528,031
  • Year 9$506,791
    Principal paid
    $10,964
    Interest paid
    $33,331
    Starting balance
    $517,755
  • Year 10$495,093
    Principal paid
    $11,698
    Interest paid
    $32,597
    Starting balance
    $506,791
First 10 of 30 years

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