508 E  42nd St, Austin, TX 78751
OFF MARKET

508 E 42nd St
Austin, TX 78751

Hancock
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,504 sqft

$877,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,645/mo*

$877,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,645/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,504 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1937
Living Area
1,504 sqft
Price/Sqft
$583
Parking
Garage

About this House

1937 Timeless Beauty located on a quiet interior tree-lined street just blocks from the heart of Austin's loved Hyde Park neighborhood. Timeless home well appointed with a sprawling covered front porch, gleaming original wood floors and original tile in the bathroom, cozy fireplace, a renovated kitchen and bath, large & spacious rooms with lots of windows to let the sunshine in, soaring ceilings, and a private, fenced back yard & Brazilian hardwood 15'x15' deck w/ mature landscaping. Excellent Lee Elem.
508 E 42nd St, Austin, TX 78751 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,504 sqft single-family home in Hancock, built in 1937. It last sold for $0 on Oct 30, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $877,500, with a rent estimate of $2,468/month.

Home Details for 508 E 42nd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckFoundation Type: Piers
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1937
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6490 sqft

Price History for 508 E 42nd St

DatePriceEventSource
07/17/2023ListingRemovedUnlock MLS #1312098
06/08/2023$940,000PriceChange
Unlock MLS #1312098
05/10/2023$975,000Listed For SaleUnlock MLS #1312098
10/30/2012--Sold
N/A
10/11/2012$425,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Austin

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$570K
$15.83K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$302
$7
MoM
Available listings
5662
60
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$11,038
Assessment$669,592
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 508 E 42nd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.40
Single-Family Home
-
02/18/26
2
1
1,320
0.45
Single-Family Home
-
03/16/26
2
1
1,140
0.35
Single-Family Home
-
03/02/26
2
1
832
0.44
Single-Family Home
-
08/28/25
2
1
1,010
0.21
Single-Family Home
-
11/07/25
3
2
2,246
0.51
Single-Family Home
-
11/10/25
2
2
1,507
0.65
Single-Family Home
-
05/29/26
2
1
1,076
0.31
Single-Family Home
-
07/20/26
3
2
1,382
0.51
Single-Family Home
-
03/24/26
3
2
1,557
0.38
Single-Family Home
-
12/22/25
3
2
1,749

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Hancock

At least 20 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 47 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 21 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Mattiha
    "Make sure you and you family, including pets are visible at night. We’re close to campus and people can drive a little crazy. "
  • Lwicker57
    "I’ve lived in the Hancock neighborhood for 20 years. I have many neighbors that I consider friends. It’s close to Hancock center. Which has many of the conveniences people look for. Within walking distance to restaurants and coffee houses. Great place to live."
  • Robin K.
    "It's a great walking neighborhood."
  • Robin K.
    "My commute downtown is three miles. There are many choices of routes and no traffic."
  • Robin K.
    "It's close to downtown and the university. It's a friendly walking neighborhood. I especially like strolling the golf course at Christmas when it's lit with luminarias."
  • Robin K.
    "Safe and friendly. Walking distance to elementary school."

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Frequently asked questions about 508 E 42nd St

  • What is 508 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 508 E 42nd St in Austin, TX is $877,500.
  • What is the price history for 508 E 42nd St?
    508 E 42nd St in Austin, TX last sold in October 2012.
  • Is Austin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Austin is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Austin?
    The median sale price in Austin is $570K. That is up $15.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 508 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 508 E 42nd St in Austin, TX has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 508 E 42nd St?
    The lot at 508 E 42nd St in Austin, TX is about 0.15 acres (6,490 sq ft).