Houses Texas Travis County Austin East MLK 1156 Nickols Ave

$2,300 / Month

1156 Nickols Ave

Austin, TX 78721

Today

832-495-8086

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,202 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Open Floorplan
Mature Trees
Corner Lot
Private Yard
Neighborhood Views
Covered patio or porch

1156 Nickols Ave

About This Home

Available Now

Charming East Austin Bungalow with Private Gated Parking. Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath, mid-century bungalow nestled on an oversized corner lot in the heart of East Austinâ€”one of the cityâ€™s most vibrant and fastest-growing neighborhoods. This renovated home perfectly blends historic character with modern updates. Situated on a peaceful corner lot, the home offers an ideal location near bike trails, community pools, neighborhood parks, and beloved local favorites. Step inside to an open-concept layout filled with natural light and built ins throughout. The living room flows effortlessly into the spacious kitchen and dining area. Recently updated, the kitchen includes plenty of storage with dark brown cabinetry, a chic backsplash, a natural gas cook top and stainless steel appliancesâ€”including a refrigerator. The spacious primary suite is large enough for a king-sized bed and boasts an ensuite bath with double closets and a stand-up shower. Two secondary bedrooms share a full hall bathroomâ€”ideal for guests, roommates, or a home office setup. The washer and dryer are conveniently located in the hallway and are included with the lease. Outside, the fully fenced front and back yards provide a private oasis. The lush backyard features mature pecan and fruit trees, a patio, a fire pit, and ample space for gardening, entertaining, or playing with furry friends! Gated access leads to a private carport, offering security and ease. This is East Austin living at its bestâ€”classic charm, modern comforts, and an unbeatable location. Schedule your private showing today! Available for a quick move in!

1156 Nickols Ave is a house located in Travis County and the 78721 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Austin Independent attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1959

Accessible Home Design

Stepless Entry

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

3 Main Level Bedrooms Walk-In Closet 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Design

Vinyl Siding Composition Roof HardiePlank Type Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation

Interior Spaces

Open Floorplan Recessed Lighting 1-Story Property Ceiling Fan Laminate Flooring 1,202 Sq Ft Home Blinds

Kitchen

Gas Cooktop ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances Microwave Dishwasher Range Hood Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,300 $30 Application Fee Assessor Parcel Number 02091906030000 Tax Block 6 Tenant pays for all utilities The owner pays for repairs, taxes

Lot Details

6,521 Sq Ft Lot Mature Trees Corner Lot Private Yard Fenced Southeast Facing Home

Outdoor Features

Covered patio or porch Fire Pit

Parking

Carport 2 Parking Spaces

Schools

SIMS Elementary School Garcia Middle School Northeast Early College High School

Utilities

Central Air ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater High Speed Internet Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Views

Neighborhood Views

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Property managed by See Remarks Eastfield Subdivision

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed Pet Deposit $500

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Dogs Allowed
Fees not specified

Cats Allowed
Fees not specified

Contact

Listed by Sierrah Wilson | Compass RE Texas, LLc
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Austin Board of REALTORS®

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Amenities

Dishwasher

Disposal

Microwave

Refrigerator

Neighborhood

East MLK is a quaint, historic neighborhood just four miles east of downtown Austin and eight miles north of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. With such luxuries in close proximity, East MLK residents have easy access to lively downtown streets and international travel.

The Austin Independent School District offers public schools like Norman Elementary School, along with community parks and open green space. On its way to becoming a wonderful recreational space for Austin residents with a master plan in progress, Little Walnut Creek Greenbelt covers 200 acres of undeveloped space in this residential neighborhood.

Residents appreciate the abundance of local restaurants in and around East MLK. Be sure to try Contigo, modeled after the owners’ family’s Texas ranch. This incredible restaurant has a covered patio and full bar that flows into outdoor ranch-style seating.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Austin C.C., Eastview Campus	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
University of Texas at Austin	Drive:	7 min	3.6 mi
Austin C.C., Riverside Campus	Drive:	8 min	4.0 mi
Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus	Drive:	9 min	4.5 mi

1156 Nickols Ave is within 4 minutes or 1.9 miles from Austin C.C., Eastview Campus. It is also near University of Texas at Austin and Austin C.C., Riverside Campus.

Schools

Norman Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

278 Students

Attendance Zone

Martin Middle

Public Middle School

Grades 7-8

296 Students

Attendance Zone

Northeast Early College High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

1,019 Students

Attendance Zone

Praise Christian Academy

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-6

Nearby

Austin Peace Academy

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades PK-12

605 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Austin include M L King Jr Station, located 2.1 miles from 1156 Nickols Ave. 1156 Nickols Ave is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 10.2 miles or 20 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
M L King Jr Station	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Plaza Saltillo Station	Drive:	7 min	3.6 mi
Downtown Station	Drive:	8 min	4.4 mi
Highland Station	Drive:	9 min	5.0 mi
Crestview Station	Drive:	11 min	6.0 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Austin	Drive:	12 min	5.7 mi
Taylor Amtrak	Drive:	42 min	32.7 mi
San Marcos Amtrak	Drive:	43 min	34.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Austin-Bergstrom International	Drive:	20 min	10.2 mi

Car-Dependent

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Some Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1156 Nickols Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Eastland Plaza	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Airport Center	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Airport Blvd	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi

1156 Nickols Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Boggy Creek Greenbelt	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Thinkery	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Texas Memorial Museum	Drive:	8 min	3.5 mi
Lady Bird Lake	Drive:	8 min	3.9 mi
Elisabet Ney Museum	Drive:	8 min	4.1 mi

1156 Nickols Ave has 5 parks within 4.1 miles, including Boggy Creek Greenbelt, Thinkery, and Texas Memorial Museum.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi
Austin Lakes Hospital	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
St. David's Medical Center	Drive:	8 min	3.5 mi

1156 Nickols Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas which is 3.1 miles away and a 6 minute drive.