2/2 cottage + a 1/1 ADU in the heart of 78704! This charming 1950s home is in a prime location, between S. Congress and S. 1st. Abundance of natural light, original hardwood flooring throughout the dining, living, kitchen, and guest bedroom.
The home has a spacious kitchen with updated cabinets, tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. The primary bath features custom tile, an updated vanity and fixtures, lighting, and an updated soaking tub with a frameless enclosure.
The back ADU is 300 sqft and boasts a kitchenette and full bath; perfect for a STR, guest suite, office, studio, or game room. The main home recently leased at $3,500 a month long term, is currently used as a STR averaging $4,000 a month and the Casita STR averages $3,000 a month earnings.
The location is in close proximity to many local eateries, coffee shops, and shopping, plus extremely easy access to DT Austin, I35, and Mopac. Pride of ownership shines through this property.
Features of 203 Ben Howell Dr
MLS® #
2482010
Price
$889,990
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.00
Full Baths
3
Square Footage
1,486
Acres
0.15
Year Built
1953
Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Has Pool
No
Water Feature/View
View
None
Is Waterfront
No
Community Information: Austin
Address
203 Ben Howell Dr
Area
6
Subdivision
Live Oak Grove Add
City
Austin
County
Travis
State
TX
Zip Code
78704
Amenities of 203 Ben Howell Dr
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Features
Curbs
Parking
Gravel, Outside
Interior of 203 Ben Howell Dr
Interior
Tile, Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Gas Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Heating
Central
Fireplace
No
Fireplaces
None
# of Stories
1
Stories
One
Exterior of 203 Ben Howell Dr
Exterior Features
Private Yard, Exterior Steps
Lot Description
Interior Lot, Trees Large Size, City Lot, Moderate Trees
Roof
Composition
Construction
Frame
Foundation
Slab, Pillar/Post/Pier
School Information
District
Austin ISD
Elementary
Dawson
Middle
Lively
High
Travis
Additional Information On 203 Ben Howell Dr
Days on Market
94
Foreclosure
No
Short Sale
No
RE / Bank Owned
No
Gated Community
No
Property History
Price Reduced from $895,000 to $889,990
The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Listing Data Provided By: Keller Williams Realty(512) 769-8802. Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS) from June 22nd, 2025 at 10:03am CDT. Neither the Board nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein "AS IS" and without any warranty, express or implied. Data maintained by the Board or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
