Tucked away in a serene, nature-filled setting, this private cottage offers a rare blend of tranquility and convenience. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming atmosphere, while warm wood floors flow throughout. The spacious kitchen opens seamlessly to the living and dining areas, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to a generous patio with peaceful, woodsy views—or walk directly from your backyard into the Red Bluff Nature Preserve, with miles of hike and bike trails just beyond your door. Enjoy modern efficiencies including a ductless mini-split HVAC system with individual room controls and a tankless water heater. Refrigerator, washer, and dryer can convey for added ease. With no HOA and easy access to UT, downtown, and the airport, this unique cottage delivers privacy, flexibility, and an unbeatable connection to nature—all just minutes from the heart of the city.
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
7,448 sq ftLot Size
$573Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Patricia Cleveland• E3 Properties
Contact: (512) 779-0827
Bought with Melody Birdsong• Keller Williams Realty
Insanely adorable home in central East Austin with vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, original long leaf pine floors, claw foot tub and vintage style bathroom tiles. Incredibly gorgeous large lot nestled into a huge wooded area that includes Fort Branch creek. Deck wraps around house from front, side and back. Fresh interior and exterior paint. 2013 remodel included: foundation work, new kitchen and bath, new tankless water heater, deck, and more! Back of lot (not house) is in the floodplain. CS zoning. Restrictions: Yes
Public Records
Sep 24, 2013
Sold
*
Unlock MLS #1839880
Sep 23, 2013
Sold
*
Sep 6, 2013
Pending
—
Sep 5, 2013
Listed
$95,000
$141/sq ft
Terrific Investment property opportunity! Current tenant lease through June 2014! Also selling rental property next door, check out MLS 2353253 Refrigerator and range included with the sale. Large fenced lot, ramp at front entrance, large covered front porch, granite counter in kitchen.
Public Records
Oct 4, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
Jan 17, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
Nov 8, 1994
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,601 (+8.0%)
$239,434 + $131,974
$371,408
2025
$7,037 (+13.6%)
2024
$6,195 (−4.9%)
$225,000 + $87,601
$312,601
2023
$6,512 (+0.8%)
2022
$6,462 (−0.2%)
2021
$6,475 (+60.0%)
$148,750 + $148,710
$297,460
2020
$4,046 (+3.8%)
$148,750 + $32,950
$181,700
2019
$3,897 (−11.0%)
$148,750 + $32,950
$181,700
2018
$4,380 (−3.8%)
$140,000 + $42,935
$182,935
2017
$4,553 (+38.1%)
$75,000 + $72,908
$147,908
2016
$3,298 (+26.9%)
$140,000 + $42,935
$182,935
2014
$2,598 (+31.5%)
$52,250 + $56,923
$109,173
2013
$1,976 (−3.1%)
$52,250 + $56,923
$109,173
2012
$2,039 (+4.4%)
$52,250 + $27,971
$80,221
2011
$1,953 (+5.0%)
2010
$1,860
2009
$1,860
Tax history for 5603 Harold Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,601 (+8.0%)
$239,434 + $131,974
$371,408
2025
$7,037 (+13.6%)
2024
$6,195 (−4.9%)
$225,000 + $87,601
$312,601
2023
$6,512 (+0.8%)
2022
$6,462 (−0.2%)
2021
$6,475 (+60.0%)
$148,750 + $148,710
$297,460
2020
$4,046 (+3.8%)
$148,750 + $32,950
$181,700
2019
$3,897 (−11.0%)
$148,750 + $32,950
$181,700
2018
$4,380 (−3.8%)
$140,000 + $42,935
$182,935
2017
$4,553 (+38.1%)
$75,000 + $72,908
$147,908
2016
$3,298 (+26.9%)
$140,000 + $42,935
$182,935
2014
$2,598 (+31.5%)
$52,250 + $56,923
$109,173
2013
$1,976 (−3.1%)
$52,250 + $56,923
$109,173
2012
$2,039 (+4.4%)
$52,250 + $27,971
$80,221
2011
$1,953 (+5.0%)
2010
$1,860
2009
$1,860
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
149 ft.
Lot size
7,449 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
672
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
198164
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 22, 2026.
CS
AIRPORT
General Commercial Services District
General commercial services (CS) district is the designation for a commercial or industrial use of a service nature that has operating characteristics or traffic service requirements that are incompatible with residential environments.
Zone overlays
Airport Overlay Zones
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Senior
Manufacturing
Warehouse
Bed & breakfast
Hotel / motel
Office
Medical office
Jun 30, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a mini-split system.
HVAC
Apr 12, 2016 • Final
Building
Construct an attached uncovered wood deck at the rear of an existing single-family home. Install a new water heater on the exterior of the house to address an active code violation.
Addition
Plumbing
Water heater
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
Parking
# of Parking (Total): 6
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Features: High Ceilings
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Level: Main
Laundry Information
Features: Outside, Stacked
Equipment
Appliances: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Interior Features
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan
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: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Side Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.171
Lot Size Acres: 0.171
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping, Moderate Trees
Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: North
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $343,861
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $7,037.06
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ductless, Multi Units
Has Heating
Heating: Ductless
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Trails/Paths
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 672
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,449 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 198164
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Norman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
LBJ Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 108° expected this year, 18 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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Estimated sale price
$366,000 – $443,000
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