512 E 42nd St
Austin, TX 78751
Hancock- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,268 sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,268 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1921
Living Area
1,268 sqft
Price/Sqft
$654
Parking
Garage
About this House
This single-family home is located at 512 E 42nd St, Austin, TX. 512 E 42nd St is in the Hancock neighborhood in Austin, TX and in ZIP code 78751. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,268 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6525 sqft and was built in 1921.
Home Details for 512 E 42nd St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckFoundation Type: Piers |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1921 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 6525 sqft |
Price History for 512 E 42nd St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 01/10/2023 | -- | Sold | Realty Austin solds #7599078_78751 |
| 12/13/2022 | $800,000 | Pending | Realty Austin #7599078 |
| 12/12/2022 | $800,000 | Contingent | Unlock MLS #7599078 |
| 12/08/2022 | $800,000 | Listed For Sale | Unlock MLS #7599078 |
Market trends in Austin
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$570K
$15.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$302
$7MoM
Available listings
5662
60MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $10,822 |
| Assessment | $657,871 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 512 E 42nd St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.21 | Single-Family Home | - | 11/07/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,246 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/20/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,382 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/24/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,557 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | - | 12/22/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,749 | |
0.49 | Single-Family Home | - | 09/23/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,692 | |
0.58 | Single-Family Home | - | 02/06/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,204 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | - | 11/10/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,507 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | - | 02/11/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,121 | |
0.70 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/12/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,250 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | - | 01/08/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,852 |
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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.
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Frequently asked questions about 512 E 42nd St
- What is 512 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 512 E 42nd St in Austin, TX is $829,900.
- What is the price history for 512 E 42nd St?512 E 42nd St in Austin, TX last sold in January 2023.
- 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.
- How big is the lot at 512 E 42nd St?The lot at 512 E 42nd St in Austin, TX is about 0.15 acres (6,525 sq ft).
- Does 512 E 42nd St have a garage?Yes, 512 E 42nd St in Austin, TX has a garage.

