$649,000
SOLD APR 16, 2025
Last list price
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,133 Sq Ft
9,840 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$573 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Brentwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of April 2025

Charming vintage home nestled in the highly sought after Crestview neighborhood on a large, level 0.26 acre lot. This cozy home exudes character with its original hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and an inviting layout that maximizes space and comfort. This home offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience just blocks from local favorites like Little Deli, Fresh Plus and Brentwood Park, two blocks from Brentwood Elementary and less than two miles from the Crestview Light Rail Station. Enjoy tree-lined streets, a vibrant community, and easy access to downtown Austin, The Domain, and different neighborhood attractions. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for a fantastic investment opportunity, 1502 Karen Avenue is a must-see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Traylor

AustinRealEstate.com Brokerage Phone: (512) 344-6000 License #0522685 Listed on: 03/26/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Darshil Parikh

Compass RE Texas, LLC License #0734449

Compass RE Texas, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,225

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 9,840 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in average condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,133 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Woodwork
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Frame Window

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Schools

  • Brentwood Elementary School
  • Lamar Middle School
  • Mccallum High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Violet Crown Heights Sec 02 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02320605230000
  • Tax Block K

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,225

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: From Mopac/Loop 1 go east on 2222/Northland. Take a left at Arroyo Seco and then a right on Karen Ave. House is on the left.
  • Disclosures: None
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1133
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 344-6000
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: No
  • Estimated Taxes: 12225.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Restrictions: City Restrictions
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead,Over 65
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting
  • View: None
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Range, RNGHD, Free-Standing Refrigerator
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Property Condition: Resale, Average
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: SeeRemarks
  • Laundry Location: In Garage
  • Num Dining: 1
  • Num Living: 2

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air

Association/Amenities

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Curbs

Schools

  • Elementary School: Brentwood
  • High School: McCallum
  • Middle/Junior School: Lamar (Austin ISD)
  • Junior High Dist: Austin ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Level, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
  • Parcel Number: 02320605230000
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2259
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9840.2
  • Subdivision Name: Violet Crown Heights Sec 02

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: K
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12225
  • Tax Map Number: 27
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 1336
  • Tax Rate: 1.98180000000000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 26, 2025
Closed on
Apr 16, 2025
Sold by
Maben Cecilia Sai-Lan and Maben Samuel Edward
Bought by
Houses In Maple Llc
Seller's Agent
Linda Traylor
AustinRealEstate.com
Buyer's Agent
Darshil Parikh
Compass RE Texas, LLC
List Price
$649,000
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$623,597

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2008
Sold by
Shieh James Anthony
Bought by
Maben Sam Edward and Maben Cecilia Sai Lan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 11, 2005
Sold by
Miller Amy R
Bought by
Shieh James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,800
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2003
Sold by
Bellomy Anne G and Miller Amy R
Bought by
Miller Amy R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,000
Interest Rate
5.32%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Vendors Lien -- Independence Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $156,800 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $101,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Sold -- -- --
03/26/2025 03/26/25 For Sale $649,000 -- $573 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,679 $579,062 $392,258 $186,804
2024 $3,679 $616,859 $495,000 $121,859
2023 $3,679 $579,916 $0 $0
2022 $10,412 $527,196 $0 $0
2021 $10,432 $479,269 $330,000 $149,269
2020 $9,384 $437,520 $330,000 $107,520
2018 $8,969 $405,106 $330,000 $77,494
2017 $8,213 $368,278 $275,000 $93,581
2016 $7,466 $334,798 $275,000 $92,358
2015 $4,359 $304,362 $231,000 $100,921
2014 $4,359 $276,693 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 3477371

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APN: 233744