1948 bungalow. 1.5 blocks to south congress.
there’s something about a bouldin creek cottage that feels inherently austin — unpretentious, soulful, quietly cool.
tucked along milton street, just a block and a half from south congress avenue, this 1948 bungalow captures the spirit of post-war austin — when homes were built efficiently, thoughtfully, and close to the city’s core.
one bedroom.
one bath.
exactly enough.
updated flooring anchors the home with warmth and continuity, while carefully curated updates bring it forward: quartz counters, penny tile backsplash, stainless appliances, and a modern subway-tiled bath. shiplap accents nod to its cottage roots without feeling precious.
natural light pours in through new windows. the kitchen — unusually spacious for this era — flows seamlessly into two adjacent living areas, including a second lounge with built-in daybed, ideal for guests or slow sunday mornings.
new tankless water heater (2021)
new washer & dryer (september 2024)
new toilet (2025)
hvac replaced 2017 (serviced regularly)
front-of-house gutters installed (2023)
freshly painted interiors (2026)
outside, fresh xeriscaping and updated landscaping create a low-maintenance, water-wise garden that complements the home’s scale and style. a modern privacy fence wraps the property, while the covered side deck extends the living space year-round — morning coffee, evening wine, or both.
and then there’s the location.
1.5 blocks to south congress.
less than a mile to downtown.
living here means walking to dinner without having to plan. coffee runs that don’t require a car. last-minute live music. bike rides to lady bird lake. it’s proximity without chaos — tucked just enough off the avenue to feel residential, yet close enough to feel connected.
bouldin creek remains one of central austin’s most enduring neighborhoods precisely because of homes like this. authentic post-war cottages are increasingly rare amid larger infill development — and when one is this well-maintained, this thoughtfully updated, and this close to soco, it becomes something more than a bungalow.
it becomes a piece of austin’s architectural story.
