Beautifully remodeled, this timeless Craftsman bungalow in Austin's coveted Hancock neighborhood offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern convenience. Rich in architectural charm and thoughtfully updated throughout, this one-of-a-kind home captures the essence of classic Central Austin living. Offering over 1,700 sqft w/ 3 bed, 2 full baths, and situated on a generous 5,000+ square foot lot, the home's incredibly flexible floor plan is designed to evolve with your lifestyle. Featuring two electrical meters, the property can easily be separated into two independent living spaces, making it an exceptional opportunity for multigenerational living, an owner-occupied investment, guest quarters, a private home office, or future rental income. Today, it lives as one expansive single-family residence with inviting spaces full of warmth, personality, and timeless design. Original Craftsman details have been lovingly preserved, including gorgeous hardwood floors, charming built-in cabinetry, vintage hardware, and period millwork that tell the story of the home's rich history. Every room balances authentic character with carefully selected modern finishes, creating spaces that feel both elegant and welcoming. Step outside to enjoy a classic covered front porch—the perfect place to greet neighbors or unwind with your morning coffee—or retreat to the large, private backyard with ample room for entertaining. Mature trees and lush landscaping create a peaceful urban oasis in one of Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods. With unbeatable walkability to neighborhood parks, local coffee shops, acclaimed restaurants, shopping, UT Austin, Dell Medical School, and nearby downtown, this remodeled Hancock Craftsman offers a rare combination of historic architecture, flexible living, investment potential, and an exceptional Central Austin location. Opportunities like this are seldom available in one of Austin's most beloved historic neighborhoods.
Hancock, located between Interstate 35 and Duval Street, is a historic and residential Austin neighborhood with early-20th-century bungalows and the fairway greens of Hancock Golf Course. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Red River Street and East 41st Street area, where coffee counters, casual patios, and small storefronts set a steady, walkable rhythm. Iconic pillars include Hancock Golf Course, Hyde Park Theatre, and Quack’s 43rd Street Bakery. Tree-lined blocks mix porch-front homes with low-rise apartments and pocket gardens. Waller Creek traces the eastern edge, adding shaded paths and a quieter backdrop. Nearby campus energy filters in through bike lanes and local hangouts.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Chandelier
Double vanity
Eat-in kitchen
Kitchen island
Multiple closets
No interior steps
Quartz countertops
Recessed lighting
Double-pane, insulated windows with screens
Has fireplace (family room)
Bedrooms
3 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas range / free-standing gas range
Range hood
Microwave
Refrigerator / free-standing refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Eat-in layout with kitchen island and quartz counters
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup (electric)
Stacked laundry configuration
Flooring
Tile
Wood
No carpet
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Private yard
Back yard
Level lot
Many trees
Rear porch
Deck
Front porch
Wood fencing around backyard
Home design
Single-story home
East-facing
Updated / remodeled
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Parking
Detached garage not specified
Construction
Wood siding
Shingle roof
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Public sewer
Public water
HOA & community
Part of a homeowners association (3906 Willbert Ave Site Condominiums); fee frequency listed as 'See Remarks'
Electricity and solar
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Craftsman-style cottage with duplex-style functionality on an oversized 0.226-acre lot in a prime central location. The front unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen (no dishwasher), and central HVAC, while the back unit features 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a full kitchen with a dishwasher, and window units for heating and cooling (no central HVAC). The second unit is fully separate from the front with no shared interior access, offering its own private entrance and separate yard space, providing a high level of privacy and flexibility for occupants. The front unit is currently leased month-to-month and may be available soon, while the back unit is leased through August. This property will require updates and is priced accordingly, offering significant value-add potential driven by its location, lot size, existing duplex-style configuration, and SF-3 (CO-NP) zoning, which may allow for additional unit(s) or reconfiguration under current Austin development standards (buyer to verify). The flexible layout is ideal for an investor or an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit and lease the other. The yard is a standout feature—spacious, fenced, and filled with mature trees. All of this just north of UT campus, with easy access to Downtown Austin and a short distance from the restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood charm of Hyde Park.
Public Records
Oct 16, 1987
Sold
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Public Records
Oct 16, 1987
Sold
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$58/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 11, 1984
Sold
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$66/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 1981
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Public Records
Nov 18, 1975
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,520 (+8.3%)
$418,980 + $290,531
$709,511
2025
$13,412 (−15.1%)
$402,118 + $253,225
$655,343
2024
$15,797 (+22.3%)
$385,000 + $412,092
$797,092
2023
$12,915 (−17.1%)
$350,000 + $363,818
$713,818
2022
$15,575 (+26.8%)
$385,000 + $403,632
$788,632
2021
$12,288 (+8.5%)
$357,500 + $207,009
$564,509
2020
$11,327 (+3.8%)
$357,500 + $151,200
$508,700
2019
$10,911 (+1.2%)
$357,500 + $151,200
$508,700
2018
$10,785 (+9.7%)
$357,500 + $52,256
$409,756
2017
$9,834 (+15.9%)
$268,125 + $112,307
$380,432
2016
$8,484 (+3.3%)
$357,500 + $52,256
$409,756
2014
$8,214 (−17.6%)
$206,250 + $138,926
$345,176
2013
$9,968 (+3.5%)
$206,250 + $138,926
$345,176
2012
$9,630 (+21.8%)
$312,500 + $92,183
$404,683
2011
$7,909 (−16.5%)
2010
$9,474
2009
$9,474
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
77 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
9,958 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,722
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,722
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
211846
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 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
Aug 11, 2023 • Final
Plumbing
Repair a gas line located under a home. The utility meter was removed due to a leak.
Gas
Jul 31, 2009 • Final
Electrical
Rebuild the existing electrical service for a residential building.
Electrical
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.
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, 20 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 • 78751
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Austin. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3906 Willbert Rd
$830,050
$19K under list price of $849K
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