1808 E 38th 1/2 St Austin, TX 78722
Cherrywood NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,755/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- 1-Story Property
- Maplewood Elementary School Rated A-
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Outdoor Storage
About This Home
Price reduced & updates in progress! *Digitally enhanced photos show the exterior potential!* Vintage Austin Charm in Prime Cherrywood Location! Ready for Restoration or Redevelopment. Situated in the heart of one of Austin’s most coveted and walkable neighborhoods, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath 1951 gem offers a rare opportunity for renovation enthusiasts or builders seeking the perfect site for a new vision. With all-original charm intact, including classic hardwood floors, this home is full of potential, whether you’re looking to restore its mid-century character or start fresh with a new build. Here you are just minutes from downtown Austin, UT, and Mueller. Enjoy walkable or bikeable access to some of the city’s top spots: Salty Sow, Sour Duck Market, Cherrywood Coffeehouse, Haymaker, Este, Bird Bird Biscuit, and more. Outdoor lovers will appreciate being close to the Boggy Creek Greenbelt Trail and Patterson Park, with its playgrounds, pool, tennis center, and wide open green spaces. The potential is endless! Buyer to verify future development potential, including zoning, deed restrictions, and any limitations affecting land use. A walkthrough video is available.
Listing Agent
Sienna Properties Brokerage Phone: (512) 328-0600 License #0473278 Listed on: 07/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 9,453 Sq Ft Lot
- Southwest Facing Home
- Chain Link Fence
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 995 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Blinds
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Maplewood Elementary School
- Kealing Middle School
- Mccallum High School
Additional Features
- Outdoor Storage
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Schieffer Place Sec 02 Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 02151210010000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,916 | $420,856 | $375,607 | $45,249 |
| 2023 | $7,916 | $449,127 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $8,064 | $408,297 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $8,079 | $371,179 | $288,750 | $199,250 |
| 2020 | $7,238 | $337,435 | $288,750 | $80,150 |
| 2018 | $6,174 | $278,872 | $288,750 | $74,025 |
| 2017 | $5,654 | $253,520 | $262,500 | $119,109 |
| 2016 | $5,140 | $230,473 | $210,000 | $137,948 |
| 2015 | $4,123 | $209,521 | $137,500 | $181,611 |
| 2014 | $4,123 | $190,474 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 12/08/25 | Price Changed | $399,900 | 0.0% | $402 / Sq Ft |
| 12/08/2025 12/08/25 | For Sale | $399,900 | -5.9% | $402 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Price Changed | $424,900 | 0.0% | $427 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -3.4% | $427 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2025 08/19/25 | Price Changed | $440,000 | -4.1% | $442 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | For Sale | $459,000 | -- | $461 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | Alamo Title Company |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $148,450 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 7528010
APN: 209437
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