Last listed at $2,999,000, closed on jun 2024

$2,437,154

•

3,370

sq ft

1600 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701

About this home

A treasure of Austin's history, built circa 1896, Ruggles-Smith House. Located on a corner lot in the Judges Hill Neighborhood with views of downtown Austin. This 2 story Queen Anne Victorian style home has a classic wrap around porch & walk out balcony. It is currently being used as office space but could easily be transformed back into a residence or bed and breakfast. The interior is the perfect combination of historic & modern with lovely hardwood flooring, multiple fireplaces, state-of-the-art kitchen & updated baths. If you are seeking office space you will truly appreciate the custom walnut built-in desk areas and floating shelves. The exterior is meticulously landscaped and features a gazebo, fire pit and sprinkler system.

Single-familyProperty Type

1896Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$723Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Tish Darey • JBGoodwin REALTORS NW

Listed by Jeffrey Darey • JBGoodwin REALTORS NW

Contact: (512) 502-7800

Bought with Dustin Riggs • Titan Real Estate

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Redfin Estimate

$2,437,154

$562K under list price of $3.00M

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This home's estimate is 23% higher than the average sale price ($1.98M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$2,350,000
A
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SOLD APR 29, 2026
$2,390,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,898 sq ft
902 Blanco St, Austin, TX 78703
SOLD OCT 1, 2026
$1,749,950
C
3 beds2 baths2,032 sq ft
2206 Parkway, Austin, TX 78703
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,950,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,239 sq ft
1006 Shelley Ave, Austin, TX 78703
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$1,100,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths2,729 sq ft
2007 Sharon Ln, Austin, TX 78703
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$2,350,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,390 sq ft
802 Blanco St, Austin, TX 78703

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Market trends in 78701, TX

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.3%

+1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$750K

$39K MoM

Avg. days on market

86d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 1600 Rio Grande St

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jul 2, 2024

Sold

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Jun 27, 2024

Sold

May 26, 2024

Pending

—

Apr 30, 2024

Contingent

—

Nov 28, 2023

Listed

$2,999,000

$890/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 17, 2019

Sold

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Dec 16, 2019

Sold

Dec 1, 2019

Pending

—

Nov 14, 2019

Pending

—

Oct 10, 2019

Price Changed

$2,150,000

$638/sq ft

Aug 21, 2019

Price Changed

$2,290,000

$680/sq ft

Aug 5, 2019

Price Changed

$2,490,000

$739/sq ft

Jul 22, 2019

Price Changed

$2,550,000

$757/sq ft

May 29, 2019

Price Changed

$2,600,000

$772/sq ft

Apr 25, 2019

Listed

$2,699,000

$801/sq ft

Austin Historic Landmark Ruggles-Smith House on Judge’s Hill with sweeping views over Downtown. This lovingly-restored circa-1896 home has all the grandeur of the Gilded Age while also being modernized. The outdoor living spaces are expertly-landscaped and feature a bubbling fountain, fire pit, gazebo and several shady sitting areas. The property would be charming as an office space, a residential home, or a BnB. A 3-car garage tandem with a garage apt concept is in design (not included in list price). Sprinkler Sys:Yes

Public Records

Sep 25, 2017

Sold

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Sep 22, 2017

Sold

Aug 25, 2017

Pending

—

Aug 23, 2017

Price Changed

$1,944,000

$577/sq ft

Aug 18, 2017

Price Changed

$1,878,000

$557/sq ft

Aug 8, 2017

Price Changed

$1,887,000

$560/sq ft

Jul 28, 2017

Listed

$1,944,000

$577/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 30, 1974

Sold

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$30,369 (−33.7%)

$816,750 + $667,225

$1,483,975

2025

$45,818 (+18.8%)

$925,650 + $1,313,205

$2,238,855

2024

$38,581 (−21.1%)

$925,650 + $1,021,080

$1,946,730

2023

$48,886 (−31.1%)

$1,388,475 + $1,313,544

$2,702,019

2022

$70,903 (+28.9%)

$1,388,475 + $2,201,668

$3,590,143

2021

$55,020 (+22.3%)

$1,388,475 + $1,139,216

$2,527,691

2020

$44,998 (+13.8%)

$1,388,475 + $632,392

$2,020,867

2019

$39,555 (+1.0%)

$1,388,475 + $455,695

$1,844,170

2018

$39,163 (+33.3%)

$1,226,475 + $100,503

$1,326,978

2017

$29,379 (+5.4%)

$1,226,475 + $100,503

$1,326,978

2016

$27,867 (+37.5%)

$1,226,475 + $100,503

$1,326,978

2014

$20,265 (+6.3%)

2013

$19,069 (−1.4%)

2012

$19,335 (+43.5%)

2011

$13,476 (+5.0%)

2010

$12,833

2009

$12,833

Tax history for 1600 Rio Grande St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$30,369 (−33.7%)

$816,750 + $667,225

$1,483,975

2025

$45,818 (+18.8%)

$925,650 + $1,313,205

$2,238,855

2024

$38,581 (−21.1%)

$925,650 + $1,021,080

$1,946,730

2023

$48,886 (−31.1%)

$1,388,475 + $1,313,544

$2,702,019

2022

$70,903 (+28.9%)

$1,388,475 + $2,201,668

$3,590,143

2021

$55,020 (+22.3%)

$1,388,475 + $1,139,216

$2,527,691

2020

$44,998 (+13.8%)

$1,388,475 + $632,392

$2,020,867

2019

$39,555 (+1.0%)

$1,388,475 + $455,695

$1,844,170

2018

$39,163 (+33.3%)

$1,226,475 + $100,503

$1,326,978

2017

$29,379 (+5.4%)

$1,226,475 + $100,503

$1,326,978

2016

$27,867 (+37.5%)

$1,226,475 + $100,503

$1,326,978

2014

$20,265 (+6.3%)

2013

$19,069 (−1.4%)

2012

$19,335 (+43.5%)

2011

$13,476 (+5.0%)

2010

$12,833

2009

$12,833

*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

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

1975

Sq. Ft.

3,195

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Travis County

APN

202080

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 22, 2026.

CURE

General Office District

General office (GO) district is the designation for an office or commercial use that serves community and city-wide needs. A building in a GO district may contain one or more different uses.

Zone overlays

Central Urban Redevelopment Combining District

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture-Other
Day care facility
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Bed & breakfast
Office
Medical office
Educational/school
Fire house
Museum / gallery

Feb 8, 2019 • Final

Building

Perform an interior remodel to an existing administrative, business, and professional office.

Remodel

Jan 31, 2019 • Final

Plumbing

Perform an interior remodel to an existing administrative, business, and professional office.

Remodel

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Property details

Parking

Parking
Features: Driveway
# of Parking (Total): 2

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1

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

Room 1 Information
Features: Granite Counters
Level: Upper

Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Gourmet Kitchen, High Ceilings, Bar
Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Upper

Laundry Information
Features: Inside, In Bathroom, Laundry Closet, Upper Level, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room

Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Purifier Owned, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer

Interior Features
Window Features: Shutters, Window Treatments
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Smart Thermostat, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition, Shingle
Construction Details: Wood Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Exterior Steps, Private Yard, Uncovered Courtyard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Wrap-Around, Balcony
Other Structures: Gazebo
Security Features: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Fenced, Wrought Iron, Wire

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.25
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Lot Size Dimensions: 79 x 138
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, City Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers Automatic, Trees Large Size

Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: East
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $2,702,019

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $48,886
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks, Curbs

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,195
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Travis County
APN: 202080

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Bryker Woods Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi

8/10

O Henry Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

6/10

Austin High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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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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Historical weather

Austin, TX • 78701

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Estimated sale price

$2.32M – $2.80M

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Home values near 1600 Rio Grande St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1616 Rio Grande Street, Austin, TX - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1128 Sq. Ft.	$760,932
1608 West Avenue, Austin, TX - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3734 Sq. Ft.	$1,738,489

Address	Redfin Estimate
1700 Rio Grande Street, Austin, TX - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,275,720
1503 West Avenue, Austin, TX 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2552 Sq. Ft.	$1,033,857

Address	Redfin Estimate
712 W 16th Street, Austin, TX 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4232 Sq. Ft.	$3,104,160

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