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  • Price cut: $10K (6/23)
    $639,900

    1204 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX 78757

    2beds
    1,221sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1948
    0.32 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $524/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Towering treesWarm hardwood floorsOpen floorplanLush green spaceGenerous screen porchUpdated windows
    Price just dropped 25k! Nestled in the heart of midtown Austin’s beloved Violet Crown Heights, 1204 Ruth Avenue is the kind of place that makes you fall in love with your neighborhood and your home. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow sits on an oversized 1/3-acre lot that feels more like your own private park. Towering trees, lush green space, and a generous screen porch create the perfect setting for everything from morning coffee to evening wine—rain or shine, all year round. Inside, the open floorplan flows effortlessly across warm hardwood floors and is bathed in natural light thanks to updated windows throughout. Whether you're hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night in, the layout is both comfortable and functional—ready for however you live. And the location? Truly unbeatable. You're just blocks from neighborhood favorites like Little Deli, Fresh Plus, and the vibrant stretch of North Burnet Road filled with local restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. With a Walk Score that’s hard to beat in Austin, you can leave the car behind and savor the walkable lifestyle this area is known for. Don't miss this rare combination of space, style, and location in one of Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 24, 2025 at 05:15pm

    Listed by:

    Sam Archer (512) 633-4650,

    Compass RE Texas, LLC (512) 575-3644

    Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 7695281MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: Main
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Full Bath
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Central, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, RNGHD, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Tile Counters, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Windows: Window Treatments
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,221 sqft
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    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Exterior Steps, Private Yard
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    • Waterfront features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.32 Acres
    • Features: Level, Sprinkler - Automatic, Sprinkler - Rain Sensor, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 02310812100000
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1948

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
    • Subdivision: Violet Crown Heights Sec 01
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Austin

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $524/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $731,974
    • Annual tax amount: $10,670
    • Date on market: 4/11/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
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