Description
The historic character of a 1925 residence anchors this exceptional Castle Hill offering at 1000 Baylor Street, perched above Austin with sweeping, unobstructed views of the downtown skyline. Known locally since the 1960s as Joplin Hill, the property occupies a rare ~0.18-acre setting framed by mature trees and distinguished by an expansive balcony commanding majestic, unimpeded views across downtown Austin. For those drawn to architectural restoration, the residence offers an extraordinary foundation for preservation and refinement. Its historic bones are complemented by an unusually spacious front porch with soaring 13-foot ceilings and elegant French doors opening directly to the living room, creating a seamless connection between the interior and the surrounding landscape. The combination of scale, character, elevation, and skyline views presents a distinctive opportunity to restore a piece of Castle Hill history while creating an exceptional contemporary living experience.
Details
| MLS # | 3001711 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1925 |
| Days On Site | 29 |
| Listing Provided By | Keller Williams Realty | Ken Williams |
Features
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,928 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.18 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | City, City Lights, Downtown, Pan |
Interior
| Interior Features | Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Chandelier, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Primary Bedroom on Main |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Heating | None |
| Appliances | Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator |
| Fireplace Features | Den |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Window Features | Wood Frames |
| Flooring | Concrete, Tile, Wood |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Roof | See Remarks |
| Foundation Details | See Remarks |
| Lot Features | Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Views |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered |
| Fencing | Gate |
| Construction Materials | Hardi Plank Type |
| Security Features | Closed Circuit Camera(s) |
Parking
| Parking Features | None |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 0 |
Utilities
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
Other
| List Aor | Austin Board Of Realtors |
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Taxes
| Property | 22381 |
|---|
Area Information
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Travis |
| City | Austin |
| Zip Code | 78703 |
| Area | 1B |
| Community Name | Silliman |
| School District | Austin ISD |
| Elementary School | Mathews |
| High School | Austin |
| Listing VS Median (in Silliman) | |
Price: $5,250,000 low | high Med: $5,250,000 sqft: 1,928 low | high Med: 1,928 $ / sqft: $2,723 low | high Med: $2,723 On site: 29 low | high Med: 29 | |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Travis |
| City | Austin |
| Zip Code | 78703 |
| Area | 1B |
| Community Name | Silliman |
| School District | Austin ISD |
| Elementary School | Mathews |
| High School | Austin |
| Listing VS Median (in Silliman) | |
Price: $5,250,000 low | high Med: $5,250,000 sqft: 1,928 low | high Med: 1,928 $ / sqft: $2,723 low | high Med: $2,723 On site: 29 low | high Med: 29 | |