Last listed at $1,499,990, closed on jun 2025

$1,457,990

•

2,701

sq ft

1004 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX 78757

About this home

Exquisite 2,701 sq. ft. mid-century gem in Austin’s vibrant Brentwood, built in the 1950s, fully remodeled with added square footage in 2011 and again 2019. Nestled in a tight-knit, friendly community with “old Austin” charm, Brentwood hosts events like the Violet Crown Festival, Oktoberfest, and the iconic Arroyo Seco luminaria. Just 5 miles from downtown and 3 miles from UT Austin, it boasts walkability, bike-friendly paths, and Brentwood Park’s trails, playscapes, tennis courts, and public pool. Savor local favorites like Threadgill’s, Stiles Switch BBQ, Torchy’s Tacos, Monkey Nest Coffee, and Upper Crust Bakery, plus top-rated schools like Brentwood Elementary (dual-language) and McCallum High’s acclaimed Fine Arts Academy, ranked among Texas’ best. This rare 5-bedroom, 4-bath home stuns with a chef’s kitchen featuring a Thermador 48” professional-grade refrigerator/freezer, 6-burner gas range w/ double ovens, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a massive center island, custom NativeStone sink, undercabinet lighting, and sleek wood-look tile flooring throughout. Fresh custom trim, crown molding, and designer paint create a bright, open interior with spacious living and dining areas perfect for relaxed living or lavish entertaining. Energy-efficient windows ensure comfort and savings. The resort-style backyard, among Brentwood’s largest, offers a covered porch with a built-in outdoor kitchen, new lap pool in 2022, hot tub w/ cascading waterfall, professional putting green, premium synthetic lawn for year-round beauty, and a spacious storage shed. The xeriscaped front yard and RV parking with sewer hookup add convenience, while space for an ADU or small secondary home supports multigenerational living. Custom exterior lighting with programmable holiday displays adds festive sparkle. With a single-car garage and wide driveway for two vehicles, this home blends Brentwood’s vibrant community, prime location, and modern luxury for the ultimate Austin lifestyle.

Single-familyProperty Type

2011Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$540Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Buyer's agent

Carmen Gioia Redfin Corporation

Listed by Jeffrey Schnabel • Compass RE Texas, LLC

Contact: 512-913-7480

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Redfin Estimate

$1,457,990

$42K under list price of $1.50M

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$700,000
A
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$1,575,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,739 sq ft
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$1,175,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,548 sq ft
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D
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$1,599,000
E
4 beds4.5 baths2,819 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$1,399,000
F
5 beds3 baths3,308 sq ft
1004 Karen Ave, Austin, TX 78757

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Market trends in 78757, TX

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

96.7%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$670K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

75d

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Sale history for 1004 Ruth Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jun 27, 2025

Sold

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Jun 25, 2025

Sold

Jun 4, 2025

Contingent

—

Jun 1, 2025

Listed

$1,499,990

$555/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 16, 2016

Sold

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Sep 15, 2016

Sold

Aug 5, 2016

Pending

—

Jul 21, 2016

Listed

$785,000

$291/sq ft

Beautiful Craftsman style remodel/expansion in 2011 ~ interior freshly painted July '16 * Tall 9ft ceilings w/ wood firs throughout main living areas * Wrap around bar-top Kitchen looking into main living/dining + walk-in pantry * Lrg owner's suite w/ tray ceiling at rear of home w/ separate tub, 2headed shower, double vanity & walk-in closet * Optional 2nd master bedrm * Built-in grill + sink under covered patio looking to HUGE backyard * Foam insulated walls * Spacious laundry rm as you enter from garage!Restrictions: Yes Sprinkler Sys:Yes

Public Records

Dec 13, 2011

Sold

Public Records

May 16, 2007

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$28,797 (+23.6%)

$381,739 + $1,025,398

$1,407,137

2025

$23,308 (+13.6%)

2024

$20,519 (+5.3%)

$585,000 + $450,369

$1,035,369

2023

$19,486 (+0.8%)

2022

$19,337 (−0.2%)

2021

$19,375 (+7.5%)

2020

$18,018 (+3.8%)

$390,000 + $419,200

$809,200

2019

$17,356 (−0.5%)

$390,000 + $419,200

$809,200

2018

$17,449 (−2.8%)

$325,000 + $440,000

$765,000

2017

$17,952 (+32.5%)

2016

$13,550 (+13.4%)

$325,000 + $440,000

$765,000

2014

$11,950 (+6.3%)

2013

$11,245 (+12.0%)

2012

$10,039 (+72.7%)

2010

$5,814

2009

$5,814

Tax history for 1004 Ruth Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$28,797 (+23.6%)

$381,739 + $1,025,398

$1,407,137

2025

$23,308 (+13.6%)

2024

$20,519 (+5.3%)

$585,000 + $450,369

$1,035,369

2023

$19,486 (+0.8%)

2022

$19,337 (−0.2%)

2021

$19,375 (+7.5%)

2020

$18,018 (+3.8%)

$390,000 + $419,200

$809,200

2019

$17,356 (−0.5%)

$390,000 + $419,200

$809,200

2018

$17,449 (−2.8%)

$325,000 + $440,000

$765,000

2017

$17,952 (+32.5%)

2016

$13,550 (+13.4%)

$325,000 + $440,000

$765,000

2014

$11,950 (+6.3%)

2013

$11,245 (+12.0%)

2012

$10,039 (+72.7%)

2010

$5,814

2009

$5,814

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

75 ft.

Lot depth

181 ft.

Lot size

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,701

Year built

2011

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Travis County

APN

232020

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.

SF-3

Family Residence District

Family residence (SF-3) district is the designation for a moderate density single-family residential use and a duplex use on a lot that is a minimum of 5,750 sq ft. An SF-3 district designation may be applied to a use in an existing single-family neighborhood with moderate sized lots or to new development of family housing on lots that are 5,750 sq ft or more. A duplex use that is designated as an SF-3 district is subject to development standards that maintain single-family neighborhood characteristics.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture-Other
Assembly/ meeting place
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Communications tower

Jul 20, 2022 • Final

Building

Construct a new pool and spa with the required enclosure.

Pool and hot tub

Jul 12, 2022 • Final

Electrical

Construct a new pool and spa with the required enclosure.

Electrical

Pool and hot tub

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Parking
Features: Attached, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
# of Parking (Total): 2
# of Covered Spaces: 1

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Pantry, Quartz Counters
Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Features: Double Vanity, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, High Ceilings, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower
Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Description: Access to covered rear porch with easy access to pool and hot tub
Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Multiple Closets, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Main

Laundry Information
Features: Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room, In Unit, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup

Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Icemaker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer

Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Screen(s), Vinyl, Window Coverings, Window Treatments
Flooring: Tile
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Primary, Multiple Closets, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Sound System

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: HardiPlank Type

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Uncovered Courtyard
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Outdoor Kitchen, RV/Boat Storage, Shed(s)
Security Features: Security System Owned
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Front Yard, Gate, Perimeter, Privacy, Wood, Wire

Green Features
Green Water Conservation: Water-Smart Landscaping

Pool and Spa Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Fenced, Filtered, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Outdoor Pool, Pool Sweep, Pool/Spa Combo, Tile, Waterfall, Community
Has Spa
Spa Features: Gunite, Heated, Hot Tub, In Ground

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.304
Lot Size Acres: 0.304
Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Landscaped, Level, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size, Xeriscape

Property Information
Direction Faces: Southwest
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
Updated/Remodeled

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $1,195,505

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $22,571
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Playground, Park, Pool, Trails/Paths, Curbs

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,701
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 232020

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Brentwood Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Lamar Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

McCallum High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 108° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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$1.39M – $1.68M

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Home values near 1004 Ruth Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1102 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1880 Sq. Ft.	$894,613
1000 Ruth Ave Apartment B, Austin, TX 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2378 Sq. Ft.	$1,251,644

Address	Redfin Estimate
1008 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1257 Sq. Ft.	$525,300
1002 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1402 Sq. Ft.	$614,795

Address	Redfin Estimate
1006 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1621 Sq. Ft.	$796,389
906 Ruth Ave, Austin, TX 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 972 Sq. Ft.	$609,581

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