
Under contract
$2,495,000
1609 W 12th St
Austin, TX 78703
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,875 sq ft
- 0.17 acres
Listing courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC · (512) 575-3644 · MLS# 4237205 · Status: Active Under Contract
About this home
Warm, modern living meets classic Clarksville charm in this beautifully reimagined urban retreat, just steps from Jeffrey's, Josephine House, and Cafe Medici. The original 1940 cottage was fully restored and expanded in 2023 with a sophisticated modern addition, creating a seamless 2,875 sq ft, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence filled with curated details and refined craftsmanship. Inside, hand-selected finishes include marble handrails, full-slab backsplash, fluted cabinetry, boutique tile and wallpaper, and a striking wraparound skylight that floods the staircase tower with natural light. The lower-level kitchen is a showpiece with soapstone and marble counters, a Bertazzoni range, and paneled appliances. A spacious living and dining area opens directly to the private backyard and deck, creating effortless indoor-outdoor flow.The exterior features a metal and TPO roof, custom half-round gutters, Andersen windows, and a steel accordion door opening to thoughtfully designed landscaping with custom steel accents, irrigation, xeriscaping, and a composite deck. The original structure was taken to the studs and rebuilt with new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, spray-foam insulation, drywall, and a redesigned floor plan. Engineered oak flooring pairs with custom cabinetry and modern tile throughout. The comfortable primary suite features a spacious wet room with soaking tub and double shower, floating double vanity, and large walk-in closet. Laundry is available on both levels, with a stackable unit upstairs and full laundry room with sink below. Two additional bedrooms and a full secondary bath complete the bedroom level. At the main entry, the original portion offers a flexible bedroom, full bath, and bar with sink and beverage fridge, ideal as a guest suite, office, or private second living area. A private driveway and carport provide convenient alley access.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Facts
- Property type
- Residential · Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1940
- Lot size
- 0.17 acres
- Living area
- 2,875 sq ft
- Price per sq ft
- $868
- Bathrooms
- 3 full, 1 half
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $44,914
- County
- Travis
- Neighborhood
- Clarksville
- School district
- Austin ISD
- Schools
- Mathews · O Henry · Austin
Features
- Roof
- Membrane, Metal
- View
- Neighborhood
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Levels
- Two
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Fencing
- Fenced, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Exhaust Fan
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Gas Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator
- Lot
- Alley, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Native Plants, Sprinkler - Automatic, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
- Water
- Public
- Pool
- None
- Horse amenities
- None
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
- Parking
- Alley Access, Attached, Attached Carport, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear
- Exterior
- Gutters Full, Private Yard
- Interior
- Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Chandelier, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stackable W/D Connections, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Community
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Foundation
- Combination, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Waterfront
- None
- Energy efficiency
- None
- Accessibility
- None
- Construction
- HardiPlank Type, Spray Foam Insulation
- Patio & porch
- Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
Location

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