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

$859,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,504 sqft

508 E 42nd St, Austin, TX 78751

Hancock
Est. Refi. Payment $5,875/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$859K
Since last month
Decreased$26K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$35K (-3.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +53% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$859K
August 2026$885K
July 2026$873K
June 2026$885K
May 2026$892K
April 2026$881K
March 2026$880K
February 2026$865K
January 2026$855K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3808 Avenue F, Austin, TX
0.40
Single-Family Home
-
08/18/26
2
1
1,320
1006 Ellingson Ln, Austin, TX
0.45
Single-Family Home
-
03/16/26
2
1
1,140
810 Keasbey St, Austin, TX
0.35
Single-Family Home
-
03/02/26
2
1
832
4004 Avenue B, Austin, TX
0.52
Single-Family Home
-
08/14/26
2
1
984
508 E 39th St, Austin, TX
0.21
Single-Family Home
-
11/07/25
3
2
2,246
1027 E 43rd St, Austin, TX
0.51
Single-Family Home
-
11/10/25
2
2
1,507
810 E 48th St, Austin, TX
0.65
Single-Family Home
-
05/29/26
2
1
1,076
517 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX
0.31
Single-Family Home
-
07/20/26
3
2
1,382
906 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX
0.51
Single-Family Home
-
03/24/26
3
2
1,557
811 E 45th St, Austin, TX
0.38
Single-Family Home
-
12/22/25
3
2
1,749

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4408 Barrow Ave, Austin, TX 78751
0.25
$874,500
4
3
2,044
For Sale
712 E 44th St #A, Austin, TX 78751
0.27
$699,500
4
3
2,052
For Sale
4409 Duval St #305, Austin, TX 78751
0.26
$325,000
2
2
927
For Sale
4413 Barrow Ave, Austin, TX 78751
0.27
$839,900
3
2
1,257
For Sale
407 E 45th St #116, Austin, TX 78751
0.27
$174,000
1
1
500
For Sale
4414 Barrow Ave, Austin, TX 78751
0.28
$780,700
3
3
1,197
Off Market
4007 Avenue F, Austin, TX 78751
0.25
$835,900
2
2
1,170
Off Market
809 E 44th St, Austin, TX 78751
0.30
$875,000
4
2
1,834
For Sale
4205 Speedway #106, Austin, TX 78751
0.29
$170,300
1
1
450
Off Market
4205 Speedway #304, Austin, TX 78751
0.29
$170,600
1
1
450
Off Market
4205 Speedway #108, Austin, TX 78751
0.29
$190,800
1
1
450
Off Market
4205 Speedway #112, Austin, TX 78751
0.30
$197,000
1
1
450
For Sale

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1937
1,504 sqft
$571/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Detached garageGarage apartmentDeep tubOversized family roomVintage wood floorsOriginal wood floors
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 was last sold on Oct 30, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $859,300, with a rent estimate of $2,690/month.

Home Details for 508 E 42nd St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
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 and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 17, 2023
Source: Unlock MLS #1312098
ListingRemoved
Jun 8, 2023
Source: Unlock MLS #1312098
PriceChange
$940,000
Price decreased by 4%
May 10, 2023
Source: Unlock MLS #1312098
Listed For Sale
$975,000
Oct 30, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
--
Oct 11, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$425,000

Market trends in Austin

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$587K
$167MoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$307
$0MoM
Available listings
5249
276MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Hancock
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What Locals Say about Hancock

At least 20 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % 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

  • 46 % 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

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  • 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. "
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  • 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."
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  • Robin K.
    "It's a great walking neighborhood."
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  • Robin K.
    "My commute downtown is three miles. There are many choices of routes and no traffic."
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  • 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."
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  • 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 $859,300.
  • 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 buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Austin?
    The median sale price in Austin is $587K. That is up $167 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).

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