Bring your toothbrush and enjoy this rare East Austin find with no shared yard and no HOA. This home is ideally located minutes from downtown and the trendy east side dining and shopping shops. Exteriors include cedar lined front entry and a new cedar deck adorning the grassy, private backyard. The warm and completely renovated interior includes wide plank oak hardwood floors throughout, an open floor plan, lots of windows and stylish fixtures. The centerpiece of the home is a stylish chef's kitchen with a massive island, natural light, fresh updates, quartz counters and custom cabinetry. Bedroom 1: Custom built-in closet and cabinetry make this room very efficient and perfect for guests or kids. Fits a queen bed with plenty of room to spare. Bedroom 2: This adorable room is perfect for an office, as as extra room for guests or as a nursery. It has double glass doors to the outside deck and grassy yard. Bedroom 3: The lavish primary bedroom contains a massive walk-in closet, with plenty of shelving. There is an ensuite bathroom with dual vanities, walk-in shower, water closet and separate vanity for getting ready for nights out. There is also convenient walk-in laundry, carport and additional access to the backyard from the covered carport. The entire home has a modern but warm feel.
Remarkable opportunity for owner-occupiers and investors alike. Located in HOT 78721, this home is 10 mins by car and 20 by bike to downtown Austin. Live music at Sahara lounge is a 5-minute walk! Curb appeal! The 60's vibe on the exterior stonework is eye-catching and stylish. Natural light pours inside of the free-flowing floor plan that includes 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Great-sized bedrooms located at the rear of the home create warm and comfortable spaces. This layout is a practical and efficient use of space. MASSIVE potential for the well-manicured private backyard, there is no home directly behind for added privacy. Foundation is in need of repair but is 100% livable as-is, allowing you the ability to enjoy now and update over time. This home has been priced accordingly and is being sold as-is. A must-see; schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Feb 14, 2014
Sold
*
Unlock MLS #8286305
Feb 14, 2014
Sold
*
Jan 16, 2014
Pending
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Jan 8, 2014
Price Changed
$199,900
$152/sq ft
Dec 20, 2013
Listed
$209,900
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 25, 2010
Sold
*
Public Records
Sep 8, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
Mar 21, 2005
Sold
*
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 1990
Sold
*
Public Records
Sep 25, 1987
Sold
*
Public Records
Jul 3, 1986
Sold
*
Public Records
May 21, 1986
Sold
*
Public Records
Apr 2, 1986
Sold
*
Public Records
Jun 21, 1983
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,811 (+4.8%)
$178,268 + $301,122
$479,390
2025
$9,364 (−12.7%)
$226,982 + $230,589
$457,571
2024
$10,723 (+0.3%)
$225,000 + $316,074
$541,074
2023
$10,689 (+8.0%)
$270,000 + $320,791
$590,791
2022
$9,899 (+53.3%)
$270,000 + $231,211
$501,211
2021
$6,456 (+7.5%)
2020
$6,004 (+9.0%)
$157,500 + $112,147
$269,647
2019
$5,507 (+6.6%)
2018
$5,167 (+5.3%)
2017
$4,906 (+2.2%)
$90,000 + $125,270
$215,270
2016
$4,800 (+89.6%)
2014
$2,531 (+6.3%)
2013
$2,382 (+8.2%)
2012
$2,202 (−35.6%)
$55,000 + $41,704
$96,704
2011
$3,419 (+0.3%)
2010
$3,408
2009
$3,408
Tax history for 1603 Meander Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,811 (+4.8%)
$178,268 + $301,122
$479,390
2025
$9,364 (−12.7%)
$226,982 + $230,589
$457,571
2024
$10,723 (+0.3%)
$225,000 + $316,074
$541,074
2023
$10,689 (+8.0%)
$270,000 + $320,791
$590,791
2022
$9,899 (+53.3%)
$270,000 + $231,211
$501,211
2021
$6,456 (+7.5%)
2020
$6,004 (+9.0%)
$157,500 + $112,147
$269,647
2019
$5,507 (+6.6%)
2018
$5,167 (+5.3%)
2017
$4,906 (+2.2%)
$90,000 + $125,270
$215,270
2016
$4,800 (+89.6%)
2014
$2,531 (+6.3%)
2013
$2,382 (+8.2%)
2012
$2,202 (−35.6%)
$55,000 + $41,704
$96,704
2011
$3,419 (+0.3%)
2010
$3,408
2009
$3,408
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
61 ft.
Lot depth
101 ft.
Lot size
5,985 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,320
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
204952
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 22, 2026.
SF-3
AIRPORT
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.
Zone overlays
Airport Overlay Zones
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
Feb 6, 2014 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the heating and air conditioning system.
HVAC
Feb 3, 2014 • Final
Plumbing
Tunnel under the slab to repair a drain line and replace the sewer yard line at an existing residence.
Plumbing
Remodel
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 Carport
Parking
Features: Covered, Carport, Driveway
# of Parking (Total): 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Room 2 Information
Primary Bathroom
Room 3 Information
Primary Bedroom
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Stacked
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features
Window Features: Aluminum Frames
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Other Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Quartz Counters
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition, Shingle
Construction Details: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Fencing: Privacy, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.137
Lot Size Acres: 0.137
Lot Features: Front Yard, Interior Lot, Private
Property Information
Direction Faces: South
Foundation Details: Slab
Updated/Remodeled
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $337,010
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,586
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Above Ground Utilities, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,320
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,985 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 204952
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
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Schools
Norman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
Northeast Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
3/10
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