Opportunity awaits at 18 Pillow Road! This lush, one acre property is located in the highly desirable town of Sunset Valley, where residents enjoy a low tax rate, private estate-sized lots, walkability to conveniences, and exclusive amenities such as weekly farmer's market, and community gardens, local law enforcement and City Hall. This property holds natural beauty surrounding you with a park-like setting adorned with established trees and frequent visits from native wildlife. All while being within 5-10 minutes of the best that Austin has to offer - Restaurants and coffee shops on South Congress, Downtown Austin, Zilker park, and the Barton Creek greenbelt. Inside the home, the spacious layout is the perfect canvas to make your own, including three bedrooms, an office or formal dining, and two living spaces. The shaded yard is speckled with mature trees, making for a beautiful landscape to enjoy. Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$354Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Adelina Rotar• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Maria Galizia• Keller Williams Realty
Contact: (512) 522-9715
Bought with William Blackburn• William Blackburn, Broker
Opportunity awaits at 18 Pillow Road! This lush, one acre property is located in the highly desirable town of Sunset Valley, where residents enjoy a low tax rate, private estate-sized lots, walkability to conveniences, and exclusive amenities such as weekly farmer's market, and community gardens, local law enforcement and City Hall. This property holds natural beauty surrounding you with a park-like setting adorned with established trees and frequent visits from native wildlife. All while being within 5-10 minutes of the best that Austin has to offer - Restaurants and coffee shops on South Congress, Downtown Austin, Zilker park, and the Barton Creek greenbelt. Inside the home, the spacious layout is the perfect canvas to make your own, including three bedrooms, an office or formal dining, and two living spaces. The shaded yard is speckled with mature trees, making for a beautiful landscape to enjoy. Welcome home! All information is deemed reliable and accurate however is subject to independent verification by buyer or buyer's representation.
Unlock MLS #1691399
Oct 18, 2024
Sold
*
Sep 13, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 7, 2024
Relisted
—
Sep 7, 2024
Price Changed
$635,000
$400/sq ft
Sep 3, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 2, 2024
Price Changed
$735,000
$463/sq ft
Jul 16, 2024
Price Changed
$779,000
$490/sq ft
Jul 16, 2024
Price Changed
$799,000
$503/sq ft
Jun 20, 2024
Listed
$799,900
$503/sq ft
Public Records
May 28, 1978
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,866
$448,248 + $134,082
$582,330
2025
$8,866 (−17.0%)
$448,248 + $134,082
$582,330
2024
$10,687 (+21.4%)
2023
$8,806 (−0.8%)
2022
$8,879 (+1.7%)
2021
$8,731 (+6.3%)
2020
$8,216 (+7.1%)
$248,750 + $236,511
$485,261
2019
$7,668 (+5.8%)
2018
$7,247 (+8.8%)
$248,750 + $123,647
$372,397
2017
$6,659 (+0.1%)
2016
$6,650 (+14.0%)
$248,750 + $123,647
$372,397
2014
$5,835 (+6.5%)
2013
$5,477 (+2.3%)
2012
$5,354 (+14.6%)
$74,625 + $204,766
$279,391
2011
$4,670 (+14.6%)
2010
$4,076
2009
$4,076
Tax history for 18 Pillow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,866
$448,248 + $134,082
$582,330
2025
$8,866 (−17.0%)
$448,248 + $134,082
$582,330
2024
$10,687 (+21.4%)
2023
$8,806 (−0.8%)
2022
$8,879 (+1.7%)
2021
$8,731 (+6.3%)
2020
$8,216 (+7.1%)
$248,750 + $236,511
$485,261
2019
$7,668 (+5.8%)
2018
$7,247 (+8.8%)
$248,750 + $123,647
$372,397
2017
$6,659 (+0.1%)
2016
$6,650 (+14.0%)
$248,750 + $123,647
$372,397
2014
$5,835 (+6.5%)
2013
$5,477 (+2.3%)
2012
$5,354 (+14.6%)
$74,625 + $204,766
$279,391
2011
$4,670 (+14.6%)
2010
$4,076
2009
$4,076
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,589
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
510199
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.
Nov 26, 2024 • Active
18 pillow demo
Perform interior demolition only.
Demolition
Mar 30, 2011 • Final
Plumbing
Replace the water heater at a residential property.
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
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage
# of Parking (Total): 6
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Features: Storage
Level: Main
Laundry Information
Features: In Garage
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Other Features: Beamed Ceilings, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, Eat-in Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Main Level Primary, Pantry
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Masonry
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Fencing: Chain Link
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.995
Lot Size Acres: 0.995
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, Many Trees
Property Information
Direction Faces: Southeast
Foundation Details: Combination, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,957
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer 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: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,589
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 510199
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
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Schools
Sunset Valley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Covington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
Crockett High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
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