1808 Forest Hill DR, Austin TX 78745
Austin, TX 78745 · PARK FOREST SEC 1
Single Family Residence for sale in PARK FOREST SEC 1
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
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | Back On Market | — | |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Hold | — | |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Back On Market | — | |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Price Decrease | $730,000−$20,000 (−2.7%) | −$20,000 (−2.7%) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | Hold | — | |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Back On Market | — | |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Hold | — | |
| May 8, 2026 | Price Decrease | $750,000−$25,000 (−3.2%) | −$25,000 (−3.2%) |
| May 8, 2026 | Back On Market | — | |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Hold | — | |
| Apr 10, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
Schools
School Info
- District
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Joslin
- Middle
- Covington
- High
- Crockett
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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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.
| Year | Starting balance | Principal paid | Interest paid | Ending balance | Principal 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
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