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3
beds
1
bath
1,164
square ft

4509 Merle Dr
Austin, Texas 78745

Closed / MLS #4475028 / Single Family / Austin
Listing information updated 3/11/2026 at 5:07pm
One property. Endless potential. Unlock a rare opportunity in a prime South Austin location! 4509 Merle Street pairs an extensively renovated cottage with rare development and income potential. Set on a generous 0.28-acre lot, this property offers endless possibilities for a range of buyers - homeowners, investors, and developers alike. Live, build, or invest! First-time buyer? Own a charming, move-in-ready home under $500K just four miles from South Congress. Multi-generational living? The cleared rear portion of the lot offers potential for up to two additional dwelling units (ADUs), creating a private family compound. Investor or developer? Add ADUs for three income streams or condoize and sell multiple homes separately. The cottage: Built in 1953, this 1,164-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with modern upgrades. Original hardwood floors, curved archways, and a cozy banquette set the tone, while over $80,000 in improvements deliver peace of mind-updated plumbing, siding, windows, insulation, HVAC, water heater, front porch, and more (detailed list available). The bathroom was fully gutted, expanded and rebuilt in 2025, featuring custom tile, a natural wood vanity, marble countertops, and sleek matte black fixtures for a spa-like feel. The location: Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street, yet just minutes to South Congress, South Lamar, downtown, Central Market, and the airport. Opportunities like this don't come around often in South Austin. Come see why this jewel is the perfect place to live, build, or invest! Check out the website for floorplan and survey - https://www.4509merle.com
Exterior Type:
Masonry - Partial
Beds Above Grade:
3
Cooling System:
Central Air
Heating System:
Central
Appliances:
Free-Standing Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Main Level Primary Bedroom:
Yes
Pool:
No
Age:
73 Years
Roof Type:
Composition
Parking Type:
Garage Faces Front
Parking Spaces:
2
Garage:
Garage
Water Front:
No
Water Features:
None
Square Feet:
1,164
Lot Size:
0.28 Acres
Acreage:
0.28
Internal Features:
Primary Bedroom on Main, Blinds, Double Pane Windows
External Features:
None
Kitchen:
Main
Primary Bedroom:
Second
Primary Bathroom:
Main
Tax Amount:
N/A
Tax Year:
2025
Zip Code:
78745
City:
Austin
County:
Travis
School District(s):
Austin ISD
Elementary School:
Joslin
Middle School:
Covington
High School:
Crockett

Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty

Agent Contact Information: (512) 360-8764

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4509 Merle Dr, Austin, TX 78745 is a single family home which sold for . 4509 Merle Dr features 3 Beds, 1 Bath. This single family home has been listed on Christie’s International Real Estate @properties lone star since January 23rd, 2026 and was built in 1953. Nearby schools include Joslin, Covington, and Crockett.

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