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Property Description
Historic Charm meets limitless opportunity in East Travis Heights. Step into a rare East Austin treasure with a beautifully remodeled 1910 farmhouse perched on a double hilltop lot with stunning views of downtown Austin. This one-of-a-kind property blends character with modern sophistication and offers unmatched potential in a prime urban location. The primary residence offers 2627 SF of light-filled living space, thoughtfully updated while preserving the original charm. Features include high ceilings, three bedrooms with three full baths, charming fireplaces, and gracious living spaces. The detached garage with 900 SF apartment is ideal for guests, rental income or a home office/studio. The large .6-acre double lot offers the potential for up to 6 dwellings. Additionally, the oversized garage can accommodate 6 to 9 cars depending on lifts. Great option for a car collector or boat storage! Whether you're seeking a private urban retreat, a prime investment for redevelopment, or a multi-use property with short or long term rental potential, this home offers unmatched flexibility and future upside. Just minutes to downtown Austin, SoCo, Lady Bird Lake, the Hike & Bike Trail, and East Austin hotspots. Enjoy the peace and privacy of a quiet neighborhood combined with the benefits of urban living. This is more than just a home but is a canvas for your vision and is truly a must-see!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1603 Taylor Gaines St
General
- Price: $1,650,000
- Taxes: $18,799 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 5971460
- Updated: 10/9/2025
- Added to Site: 135 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Multiple Living Areas, Main Level Primary, Natural Woodwork
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Great Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Storage Facilities
- Security/Safety: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Balcony
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 6
- Covered Spaces: 6
- Total Spaces: 9
- Parking Features: Boat, Door-Single, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Guest, Kitchen Level, Private, Garage Faces Side
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Travis
- Subdivision: SUMMIT HILL
- Driving Directions: EAST OF I-35TAKE WOODLAND LEFT ON SUMMIT, RIGHT ON TAYLOR-GAINES
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elem School District: Austin ISD
- Midd School District: Austin ISD
- High School District: Austin ISD
- Elementary School: Travis Hts
- Middle School: Lively
- High School: Travis
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 3,527
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 3,527 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1910
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s), Garage Apartment, Living Quarters
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.6005
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 26,157.78
- Lot Dimensions: APPR 7/10 ACRE
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size
- Fencing (Description): Partial, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $940,000
- Tax Amount: $18,799
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Documents Avail.: Survey
- Legal Description: LOT 5-6 SUMMIT HILL
- Disclosures/Reports: Lead Based Paint Disclosure, Seller Disclosure
- Property ID: 3030507060000
- Lot Number: 5-6
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Schools
Schools serving 1603 Taylor Gaines St
School District:Austin Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Travis Heights Elementary School 2010 Alameda Drive, Austin, TX 78704 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Fulmore Middle School 201 East Mary Street, Austin, TX 78704 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Travis High School 1211 East Oltorf Street, Austin, TX 78704 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1603 Taylor Gaines St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/09/2025
Price Reduced
$1,650,000
-8.08%
MLS
9/04/2025
Listed
$1,795,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1603 Taylor Gaines St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$27,643
—
$940,000
-33%
2024
$27,643
-18%
$1,394,814
-1%
2022
$33,842
—
$1,402,366
-18%
2022
$33,842
153%
$1,713,600
148%
2021
$13,351
-4%
$689,938
10%
2020
$13,966
4%
$627,216
—
2020
$13,453
8%
$624,108
10%
2018
$12,462
-1%
$567,371
2%
2016
$12,605
2%
$553,825
-2%
2017
$12,351
15%
$565,194
21%
2015
$10,738
16%
$467,663
22%
2013
$9,293
—
$384,657
2%
2013
$9,293
—
$377,283
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1603 Taylor Gaines Street, Austin, TX 78741 (MLS# 5971460) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 1603 Taylor Gaines Street is currently listed for $1,650,000 and was received on September 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 1603 Taylor Gaines Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Austin? You can browse all Austin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

