Active
$7,900,000
5beds
4,354sqft
400 Academy Dr, Austin, TX 78704
5beds
4,354sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1889
1.00 Acres
2 Garage spaces
$1,814 price/sqft
What's special
Majolica-tiled fireplacesHilltop vantage pointSweeping skyline viewsBronze victorian window latchesCustom bocci chandelierIntricate cabinetryAntique light fixtures
The Crown Jewel of Historic Austin Homes Step into a living piece of Austin’s history, an extraordinary estate built in 1889 and masterfully restored to reflect the soul of the city. Perched on a lush acre just minutes from downtown, this iconic residence offers an unmatched blend of architectural heritage, enduring ...
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Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 2615563
Travel times
Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 22, 2026 at 02:03am
Listed by:
Kathryn Scarborough (512) 970-1355,
Engel & Volkers Austin (512) 328-3939
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 2615563
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, French Doors, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Wood Frames
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,354 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: See Remarks, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, City Lights, Downtown, Lake, River, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,River,Water
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: Lady Bird Lake
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Alley Access, Corner Lot, Level, Sprinkler - Automatic, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Views
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Poultry Coop
- Parcel number: 02010301290000
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Copper, Slate
Condition
- Historic Design
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Fairview Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,814/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,734,710
- Annual tax amount: $74,015
- Date on market: 2/21/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $7,900,000-11.2%$1,814/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Listing removed | $8,900,000$2,044/sqft |
Source:  Engel & Volkers #9575970 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $8,900,000$2,044/sqft |
Source: Unlock MLS #9575970 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,071 +19.2% | $3,734,710 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $19,347 +18.9% | $3,472,903 +10% |
| 2023 | $16,278 +32.3% | $3,157,185 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$48,665/mo
Principal & interest
$39053
Property taxes
$9612
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Neighborhood: South River City
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Travis Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Fulmore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Travis High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Travis Hts
- Middle: Lively
- High: Travis
- District: Austin ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Texas
- Travis County
- Austin
- 78704
- South River City
- 400 Academy Dr