NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,516,626 - $1,581,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,724 Sq Ft
$569/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2023

Current estimated payment $9,716/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Mature Trees
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Casis Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2023

Pemberton Heights charmers in this condition are so rare that this exquisitely maintained 1937 home won’t last long. Nestled in one of Austin’s elite neighborhoods, 1512 Preston Ave. hearkens back to Austin’s rich architectural heritage. Walk across a beautifully appointed brick drive and you will find a versatile garage apartment, perfect for a home office, guest quarters or income potential. You won’t find another home of its era with this kind of convenience. You will fall in love as soon as you gaze upon the façade. The perfectly maintained exterior with lush landscaping sits under the cooling shade of a mature trees in both front and back yards so large you’ll need three people to wrap arms around their trunks. A quaint front porch looks out, calling for a pair of chairs and an evening with your favorite beveridge.
Enter the front door, and you are met with elegance. Timeless and classically appointed with built-ins throughout and two fireplaces, this home is ready made for showcasing your art collection and for entertaining. Bedrooms with gleaming original hardwoods make this a perfect fit for any family. An upstairs porch off the garage apartment is convenient for morning coffee or an evening sitting area. It overlooks a mature backyard set for pets, children and entertaining alike. Experience the allure of a bygone era with modern comforts on coveted Preston Avenue. NOTE: TCAD has 2724 Sq. Ft. - Main House 2244 sq. ft. 3 bed / 2 full bath, Garage Apartment 480 sq. ft. 1 bed 1 bath.

Last Listed By

Drew Tate

Tate Property Brokerage Phone: (512) 680-5811 License #0407826 Listed on: 09/01/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,218

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 8,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Mature Trees
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,724 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Window Treatments
  • Wood Frame Window

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Freezer

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Casis Elementary School
  • O Henry Middle School
  • Austin High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Above Ground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Front Porch
  • Guest House

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01160001140000
  • Tax Block 16B

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Pemberton Heights Sec 07 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,218

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Directions: From MoPac take Northland/Westover exit and head east on Westover, Right on Jefferson, Left on Preston, 1512 is on the left
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 2724
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Co List Office Mls Id: ACT024R02
  • Co List Office Phone: (512) 328-8200
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 680-5811
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 680-5811
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: No
  • Estimated Taxes: 44795.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Restrictions: None
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead,Over 65
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main
  • View: None
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Freezer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Property Condition: Resale, Good
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Wood Frames
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Laundry Location: In Kitchen
  • Num Dining: 1
  • Num Living: 2
  • Num Guest Beds: 1

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air

Association/Amenities

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Walk/Bike/Hike/Jog Trail(s

Schools

  • Elementary School: Casis
  • High School: Austin
  • Middle/Junior School: O Henry
  • Junior High Dist: Austin ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
  • Parcel Number: 01160001140000
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1894
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8250.26
  • Subdivision Name: Pemberton Heights Sec 07

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Aluminum Siding
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 16B
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 30218.02
  • Tax Map Number: 26
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 2724
  • Tax Rate: 1.97490000000000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 1, 2023
Closed on
Nov 17, 2023
Sold by
Chote Eleanor Tyler
Bought by
Frankenberg Sean and Shelley Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Drew Tate
Tate Property
Buyer's Agent
Anna Lee
Moreland Properties
List Price
$1,798,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$248,000
-13.79%
Total Days on Market
39
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,548,813

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,187
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.05%
Original Mortgage
$1,240,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,223,006
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$325,807

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2010
Sold by
Chote Richard Woolsey and Chote Eleanor Ann
Bought by
Chote Richard W and Chote Eleanor Tyler

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Frankenberg Sean -- Heritage Title
Chote Richard W -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Frankenberg Sean $1,240,000
Previous Owner Chote Richard Woolsey $32,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Sold -- -- --
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2023 09/15/23 Price Changed $1,698,000 -5.6% $623 / Sq Ft
09/01/2023 09/01/23 For Sale $1,798,000 -- $660 / 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
2023 $13,050 $1,493,419 $0 $0
2022 $25,145 $1,273,225 $0 $0
2021 $24,476 $1,124,487 $750,000 $454,909
2020 $21,241 $990,300 $750,000 $240,300
2018 $20,532 $927,391 $750,000 $177,391
2017 $19,160 $859,160 $600,000 $259,160
2016 $18,028 $808,367 $600,000 $231,935
2015 $10,410 $734,879 $550,000 $297,265
2014 $10,410 $668,072 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 3619639

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APN: 115640