517 E  38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX 78751
SOLD
JUL 20, 2026

$901,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,382 sqft

517 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX 78751

Hancock

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$902K
Since last month
Increased$900 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$115K (+14.6%)
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 +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$902K
August 2026$896K
July 2026$901K
June 2026$821K
May 2026$779K
April 2026$765K
March 2026$766K
February 2026$750K
January 2026$733K
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
0.10
Single-Family Home
-
11/07/25
3
2
2,246
0.39
Single-Family Home
-
03/24/26
3
2
1,557
0.28
Single-Family Home
-
07/01/26
2
2.5
1,205
0.74
Single-Family Home
-
05/27/26
3
2
1,290
0.29
Single-Family Home
-
08/18/26
2
1
1,320
0.14
Single-Family Home
-
05/07/26
2
1,305
0.63
Single-Family Home
-
11/10/25
2
2
1,507
0.67
Single-Family Home
-
01/08/26
3
2.5
1,852
0.63
Single-Family Home
-
12/22/25
3
2
1,749

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.12
$375,000
2
2.5
1,173
For Sale
0.13
$1,011,600
5
4
2,871
Off Market
0.14
$725,000
2
1
1,116
For Sale
0.19
$627,700
Studio
2
1,434
Off Market
0.20
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.33
$857,000
2
2
1,170
Off Market
0.31
$1,269,000
3
2
1,729
For Sale
0.33
$750,000
2
2
1,056
For Sale
0.34
$295,000
2
1
873
For Sale
0.38
$515,000
2
1
943
For Sale
0.37
$995,000
6
3
2,270
For Sale
0.41
$1,075,000
4
2.5
2,614
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 1920
1,382 sqft
$653/sqft

About this House

This stylish 1920 bungalow sits high overlooking the Hancock golf course. It has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, wood floors, high ceilings, lots of windows,1382 sf of living area, a sun porch with the golf course view and a deck for relaxing. In a quiet neighborhood less than a mile from UT, near Hyde Park shops, park and pool, and about six blocks from Lee Elementary. .
517 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX 78751 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,382 sqft single-family home in Hancock, built in 1920. It last sold for $0 on Jul 20, 2026. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $4,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 1, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $901,800, with a rent estimate of $3,450/month.

Home Details for 517 E 38th 1/2 St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Family Room, Sun Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Hot Tub or Spa

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckFoundation Type: Piers

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4007 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 1, 2026
Source: Unlock MLS #2525971
ListingRemoved
$4,500
Jul 21, 2026
Source: Unlock MLS #2525971
Listed For Rent
$4,500
Jul 20, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
--
Jun 18, 2026
Source: Unlock MLS #1298654
Contingent
$830,000
Jun 12, 2026
Source: Unlock MLS #1298654
Listed For Sale
$830,000

Market trends in Austin

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$586K
$14.3K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
Price per sq ft
$306
$4
MoM
Available listings
5514
156
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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

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 517 E 38th 1/2 St

  • What is 517 E 38th 1/2 St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 517 E 38th 1/2 St in Austin, TX is $901,800.
  • What is the price history for 517 E 38th 1/2 St?
    517 E 38th 1/2 St in Austin, TX last sold in July 2026.
  • 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 $586K. That is up $14.3K from the prior month.
  • Does 517 E 38th 1/2 St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 517 E 38th 1/2 St in Austin, TX has air conditioning.
  • Does 517 E 38th 1/2 St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 517 E 38th 1/2 St in Austin, TX has in-unit laundry.

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