Welcome to The Beehive! Main House 2/2 approximately 1314sf - Guest House 1/1 approximately 548sf. This rare Central East Austin property offers two distinctive homes: a vintage urban farmhouse cottage in the front and the iconic architectural jewel, The Beehive, tucked away at the back of the property. The main house radiates vintage charm with shiplap walls, wood floors, and thoughtful artistic touches throughout. A spacious kitchen with Saltillo tile, a restaurant-style sink, and original artist-designed tile work creates a bright, inspiring space. One bath features a six-foot soaking tub surrounded by custom tile artistry. Front and back porches lend an easy-going charm and are perfect for quiet morning coffees or small dinner gatherings. Behind the main house lies The Beehive, architect Nicole Blair’s inspired take on a Japanese teahouse, where vaulted ceilings, sweeping windows, and an open design create a calm and luminous living space, making the most of its compact footprint. This modern 1BR/1BA retreat includes a full kitchen, workspace, and both indoor and outdoor showers, blending comfort and design seamlessly. Celebrated in books and articles, it stands as a true one-of-a-kind architectural treasure. Located close to UT, downtown, and some of East Austin’s best restaurants and coffee shops, this property has long been a haven for artists, writers, and thinkers seeking creativity without the hassles of urban living.
Listed by Richard Caprioli
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License #545677
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Engel & Volkers Austin
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(512) 294-8968
Listed by Chris Krueger
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License #820084
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Engel & Volkers Austin
Last updated October 20, 2025
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Source: ACTRIS #1747235
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodChestnut
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3
Days on Prevu34
Taxes$14,184.56/year
Size1,862 sqft
Price per sqft$427
Amenities
Private Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
Parking
Swimming Pool
Location
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Listing History
09/18/2025
Listed by Engel & Volkers Austin
$795,000
Property Details for 1704 Singleton Ave
Exterior
Construction
Property Condition: Resale
Roof: Metal
Year Built: 1950
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Features
Direction Faces: West
Fencing: Partial
Other Structures: Guest House
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Measurements
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Size Area: 0
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,459
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 02101111100000
Tax Annual Amount: $14,184.56
Tax Assessed Value: $715,736.00
Tax Year: 2025
Interior
Features
Appliances: Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Eat-in Kitchen, Natural Woodwork, No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom On Main, Washer Hookup
Measurements
Living Area: 1,862
Living Area Source: Public Records
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Other
Location
Subdivision Name: Glenwood Add
Tax Block: 6
Tax Lot: 4
Parking
Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Parking Total: 2
Schools
Elementary School
Elementary School: Campbell
Elementary School District: Austin ISD
High School
High School: Mc Callum
High School District: Austin ISD
Middle or Junior School
Middle Or Junior School: Kealing
Middle Or Junior School District: Austin ISD
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
Water Source: Public
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