3307 Helms ST, Austin TX 78705
Austin, TX 78705 · 34th & Helms Condo
Single Family Residence for sale in 34th & Helms Condo
Overview
Property Description
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage in the heart of Austin's North University neighborhood, offering a rare opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor in one of Austin's most sought-after rental corridors. The home features original hardwood floors, spacious living and dining areas, solar panels, and updated plumbing, with the roof replaced in 2022. Outside, a low-maintenance yard with native landscaping keeps upkeep simple, and a large shed with washer/dryer hookups offers extra storage or workshop potential. Incredibly charming front porch and curb appeal. Washer, dryer, fridge convey. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street just blocks from Hyde Park's restaurants and coffee shops, the property offers easy access to UT Austin (less than 1 mile, a 12-minute walk), steps from local coffee shops, restaurants, and shopping, making it a strong long-term rental or home base in Central Austin. Pre-inspected and move-in ready as-is, with room to make it your own.
Financial Info
- Price
- $498,000
- $ / Sqft
- $587
- HOA
- Mandatory
- HOA Name
- 34th & Helms Condominium Association
- HOA Includes
- See Remarks
- Tax Rate
- 2.0465%
- Est. Taxes
- $9,629.6
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Exemptions
- Homestead
Legal Info
- Address
- 3307 Helms ST
- County
- Travis
- City
- Austin
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78705
- Subdivision
- 34th & Helms Condo
- Legal Description
- UNT 2 34TH & HELMS CONDOMINIUMS PLUS 50.0 % INT IN COM AREA
- Parcel
- 02180428030000
Interior Features
- Floor
- Tile, Wood
- Num Living
- 1
- Dining
- 1
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry
- Outside
- Master Bed
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Master Main
- Yes
- Fireplace Description
- None
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main, None, Shutters, Window Treatments
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
- 1935 / Resale
- Square Feet
- 848 / Appraiser
- Garage Desc
- Off Street
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Acres
- 0.10
- Lot Description
- Curbs, Front Yard, Native Plants, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
- Restrictions
- None
- Flood Plain
- No
- View
- None
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- 4
Utility Info
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Heat
- Central
- A C
- Central Air
Exterior Features
- Fence
- Chain Link
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Steps, Gutters Partial, Front Porch
- Pool On Property
- No
- Area Amenities
- None
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Price Decrease | $498,000−$1,000 (−0.2%) | −$1,000 (−0.2%) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Price Decrease | $499,000−$36,000 (−6.7%) | −$36,000 (−6.7%) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
TCAD account 739635
Uses rates from the supplied 2026 TCAD package. The file does not identify adopted or proposed status.
| Taxing Entity | Rate per $100 | Taxable Value | Estimated Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN COMM COLL DISTTax ceiling applied | 0.103400 | $381,670 | $133.54 |
| AUSTIN ISDTax ceiling applied | 0.925200 | $236,670 | $0.00 |
| CITY OF AUSTIN | 0.524017 | $163,562 | $857.09 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY | 0.375845 | $222,293 | $835.48 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT | 0.118023 | $170,562 | $201.30 |
| Ordinary property tax estimate | 2.046485 | $2,027.41 |
Informational estimate, not a tax bill or taxes paid. Exemptions and tax ceilings can make taxes differ from the combined rate multiplied by one taxable value. PID assessments and other special charges are excluded; collector coverage has not been established.
Source: Travis County
- Owner
- BAUHOFER VALERIE STEPHANIE
- Legal
- UNT 2 34TH & HELMS CONDOMINIUMS PLUS 50.0 % INT IN COM AREA
- Geo ID
- prop:739635
- Acreage
- 0.10
- Exemption Type
- Homestead, Over 65
- MLS estimated annual taxes
- $9,629.6
- MLS tax year
- 2026
Annual taxes billed are the Tax Imposed amounts reported in the latest available Travis Tax Office statement. Exemptions and tax ceilings may prevent combined rate × taxable value from equaling the billed amount. Other collectors or assessments may not be included.
| Year | Appraised Value | Combined Rate per $100 | Annual Taxes Billed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $586,697 | 2.046485 | $2,095.35 |
| 2024 | — | 1.981814 | $1,855.78 |
| 2023 | — | 1.809247 | $1,652.20 |
| 2022 | — | 1.974923 | $3,127.44 |
| 2021 | — | 2.176679 | $3,134.85 |
| 2020 | — | 2.226665 | $3,259.79 |
Combined rates exclude PID placeholder rates. Historical amounts reflect the statement’s snapshot and may change after later corrections; they do not describe payment status. Appraisal values come from the legacy CAD source.
Source: Travis County
Schools
School Info
- District
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Lee
- Middle
- Kealing
- High
- McCallum
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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Estimated monthly payment
$3,735 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $3,735
- Principal & interest
- $2,518
- Property taxes
- $802
- Homeowners insurance
- $415
*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 | $398,400 | $4,453 | $25,765 | $393,947 | |
| 2 | $393,947 | $4,751 | $25,467 | $389,196 | |
| 3 | $389,196 | $5,069 | $25,148 | $384,126 | |
| 4 | $384,126 | $5,409 | $24,809 | $378,717 | |
| 5 | $378,717 | $5,771 | $24,447 | $372,946 | |
| 6 | $372,946 | $6,158 | $24,060 | $366,788 | |
| 7 | $366,788 | $6,570 | $23,648 | $360,218 | |
| 8 | $360,218 | $7,010 | $23,208 | $353,208 | |
| 9 | $353,208 | $7,480 | $22,738 | $345,729 | |
| 10 | $345,729 | $7,981 | $22,237 | $337,748 |
- Year 1$393,947
- Principal paid
- $4,453
- Interest paid
- $25,765
- Starting balance
- $398,400
- Year 2$389,196
- Principal paid
- $4,751
- Interest paid
- $25,467
- Starting balance
- $393,947
- Year 3$384,126
- Principal paid
- $5,069
- Interest paid
- $25,148
- Starting balance
- $389,196
- Year 4$378,717
- Principal paid
- $5,409
- Interest paid
- $24,809
- Starting balance
- $384,126
- Year 5$372,946
- Principal paid
- $5,771
- Interest paid
- $24,447
- Starting balance
- $378,717
- Year 6$366,788
- Principal paid
- $6,158
- Interest paid
- $24,060
- Starting balance
- $372,946
- Year 7$360,218
- Principal paid
- $6,570
- Interest paid
- $23,648
- Starting balance
- $366,788
- Year 8$353,208
- Principal paid
- $7,010
- Interest paid
- $23,208
- Starting balance
- $360,218
- Year 9$345,729
- Principal paid
- $7,480
- Interest paid
- $22,738
- Starting balance
- $353,208
- Year 10$337,748
- Principal paid
- $7,981
- Interest paid
- $22,237
- Starting balance
- $345,729
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