Welcome to 4012 Ridgelea Drive — a darling mid-century gem nestled in the heart of Central Austin! Located in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and serene, park-like surroundings. Just minutes from The Grove, Tiny Boxwoods, Central Market, local boutiques, major highways, and Downtown Austin, the location truly puts everything within reach. For outdoor enthusiasts, the setting is unbeatable. The home is adjacent to the Shoal Creek greenbelt and trail system, Greg Hill Pocket Park, and The Grove Signature Park—ideal for jogging, biking, commuting by bike, or enjoying a peaceful walk. Scenic destinations like Lady Bird Lake and the Barton Creek Greenbelt are also nearby, offering endless recreational options. Inside, the thoughtfully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom floor plan maximizes space and function, flowing effortlessly from room to room. The kitchen boasts generous counter space and ample cabinetry—ready for your personal touch—and opens to a spacious, sun-drenched living area with a wall of windows, perfect for entertaining. Full of vintage charm, the home features original wood floors, cozy window seats in the living room, built-in bookshelves, and an inviting front porch. A standout feature is the magnificent shade tree in the front yard—rumored to be a Bastrop Oak sapling transplanted to the property in the 1950s, along with others throughout the neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a character-filled home to make your own or envision a fresh reimagining of the space, 4012 Ridgelea offers a rare opportunity in one of Austin’s most desirable pockets. Don’t miss your chance to own this timeless treasure in Central Austin!
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
7,932 sq ftLot Size
$606Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Angelica Balentine• Compass RE Texas, LLC
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,932 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,214
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
221118
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 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
Nov 20, 2025 • Final
Building
Demolish a single-family home.
Demolition
Nov 5, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Cap off water and waste water utility connections.
Plumbing
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: Driveway, Detached, Garage
# of Parking (Total): 4
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Living Room
Features: Bookcases
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Laminate Counters
Level: Main
Laundry Information
Features: In Garage
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds, Bay Window(s), Screen(s), Window Treatments
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Other Features: Book Cases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Storage
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Exterior Steps
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1821
Lot Size Acres: 0.1821
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Native Plants, Private
Property Information
Direction Faces: Southeast
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $775,369
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $15,366.37
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,214
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,932 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 221118
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bryker Woods Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
O Henry Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
Austin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
7/10
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