Houses Texas Travis County Austin East MLK 1239 Eleanor St

$2,650 / Month

1239 Eleanor St

Austin, TX 78721

Today

512-609-9211

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

848 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 2

Highlights

View of Trees or Woods
Mature Trees
Deck
Property is near public transit
Wood Flooring
Quartz Countertops

1239 Eleanor St

About This Home

Available Sep 2

Discover a rare opportunity in the heart of vibrant East Austinâ€”welcome to 1239 Eleanor St #1, a one-of-a-kind bungalow that exudes charm and character while blending historic appeal with stylish modern upgrades. From its inviting front porch to the warm interiors and thoughtful design touches, this 2 bed, 2 bath home captures the creative spirit of East Austin. With hardwood floors, updated finishes, and a layout designed for comfort and flow, itâ€™s an ideal retreat in one of the city's most walkable and energetic neighborhoods. Enjoy easy access to local favorites like Sahara Lounge, Medici Coffee, Kinda Tropical, Palomino, and Springdale General, as well as nearby green spaces, downtown, Mueller, and the airport. Available Sept 1st.

1239 Eleanor St 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 1935

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Main Level Bedrooms Walk-in Shower 2 Full Bathrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

Sustainability products and practices used to construct the property include see remarks

Flooring

Wood Tile

Home Design

Shingle Roof HardiePlank Type Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation

Home Security

Prewired Security

Interior Spaces

Double Pane Windows 1-Story Property Ceiling Fan Furnished or left unfurnished upon request 848 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Quartz Countertops Eat-In Kitchen Kitchen Island Gas Range Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Stacked Washer and Dryer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,500 $40 Application Fee Assessor Parcel Number 02102104300000 Tax Block 3 Tenant pays for all utilities, gas, insurance, internet, sewer, trash collection, water The owner pays for pest control

Location

Property is near public transit Property is near a golf course

Lot Details

5,976 Sq Ft Lot Mature Trees Private Yard Landscaped Wood Fence Level Lot Back and Front Yard Southwest Facing Home

Outdoor Features

Deck Front Porch Rain Gutters

Parking

Oversized Parking Common or Shared Parking Aggregate Flooring 2 Parking Spaces

Schools

Norman-Sims Elementary School Martin Middle School Lyndon B Johnson High School

Utilities

Central Heating and Cooling System Natural Gas Connected

Views

Woods Neighborhood

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Lincoln Gardens 01 Subdivision

Pet Policy

Medium pets allowed Pet Deposit $500

Contact

Listed by Barbie Bowen | Compass RE Texas, LLc
Phone Number
Contact
Source

Austin Board of REALTORS®

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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal

Microwave
Hardwood Floors

Tile Floors

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:	5 min	2.4 mi
University of Texas at Austin	Drive:	9 min	4.0 mi
Austin C.C., Riverside Campus	Drive:	9 min	4.5 mi
Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus	Drive:	10 min	4.9 mi

1239 Eleanor St is within 5 minutes or 2.4 miles from Austin C.C., Eastview Campus. It is also near University of Texas at Austin and Austin C.C., Rio Grande 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

Lbj High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

772 Students

Attendance Zone

Austin Peace Academy

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades PK-12

605 Students

Nearby

Praise Christian Academy

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-6

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Austin include M L King Jr Station, located 2.5 miles from 1239 Eleanor St. 1239 Eleanor St is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 10.7 miles or 22 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
M L King Jr Station	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Plaza Saltillo Station	Drive:	8 min	4.1 mi
Downtown Station	Drive:	9 min	4.9 mi
Highland Station	Drive:	10 min	5.5 mi
Crestview Station	Drive:	13 min	6.4 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Austin	Drive:	13 min	6.2 mi
Taylor Amtrak	Drive:	43 min	33.7 mi
San Marcos Amtrak	Drive:	45 min	35.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Austin-Bergstrom International	Drive:	22 min	10.7 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.

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1239 Eleanor St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Airport Center	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Eastland Plaza	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Airport Blvd	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi

1239 Eleanor St has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 miles, which is about a 5-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:	6 min	2.5 mi
Thinkery	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
Texas Memorial Museum	Drive:	9 min	3.9 mi
Lady Bird Lake	Drive:	9 min	4.4 mi
Elisabet Ney Museum	Drive:	9 min	4.5 mi

1239 Eleanor St has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including Boggy Creek Greenbelt, Thinkery, and Texas Memorial Museum.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi
Austin Lakes Hospital	Drive:	8 min	3.6 mi
St. David's Medical Center	Drive:	9 min	3.9 mi

1239 Eleanor St has 3 hospitals within 3.9 miles, the nearest is Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas which is 3.5 miles away and a 7 minute drive.