Welcome to 806 Rosedale Terrace, a historic estate nestled in the heart of Travis Heights—one of Austin’s oldest and most desirable neighborhoods. The Louis and Mathilde Reuter House, built in 1934, is a designated historic landmark on the National, State, and City of Austin registries. This estate offers a rare glimpse into the city’s past while providing an inspiring canvas for modern-day living. Constructed by Louis Reuter, a local entrepreneur who opened Austin’s first self-service grocery store (Piggly-Wiggly), the home blends Spanish and Mission Revival architecture. Its unique U-shape honors the site’s mature live oaks and captures sweeping skyline views. Inside, original period details shine—oak flooring in the living room, antique Spanish mosaic tile in the dining room, and clay tile from UT’s Old Main in the solarium, all centered around a carved wood fireplace mantel. Vaulted plaster ceilings add warmth and charm. The home features three bedrooms, including a primary suite that opens to a private rooftop patio with dramatic skyline views—ideal for cocktails, al fresco dining, or quiet afternoons in the sun. While preserving its rich history, the estate offers forward-looking potential. The current owners have partnered with a renowned architectural firm to design plans for a future compound—complete with a pool, guest quarters, pool house, expansive gardens, and garage. Set on .56 acres, this residence is more than a home—it’s a piece of Austin’s legacy. Owning the Reuter House is a rare opportunity to live in a place that’s as visionary today as it was nearly a century ago.
Patio And Porch Features: See Remarks, Patio, Rear Porch, Terrace
View: City, City Lights, Downtown, Neighborhood, Skyline, Trees/Woods
Measurements
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Private, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Views
Lot Size Acres: 0.56
Lot Size Area: 0
Lot Size Square Feet: 24,646
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 03020215120000
Tax Annual Amount: $41,893.15
Tax Assessed Value: $2,113,879.00
Tax Year: 2024
Interior
Features
Appliances: Oven, Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: 2 Primary Suites, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Chandelier, Tile Counters, Primary Bedroom On Main
Measurements
Living Area: 4,117
Living Area Source: Public Records
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Other
Location
Subdivision Name: Travis Heights
Tax Block: 13
Tax Lot: 8-9
Parking
Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Parking Total: 4
Schools
Elementary School
Elementary School: Travis Hts
Elementary School District: Austin ISD
High School
High School: Travis
High School District: Austin ISD
Middle or Junior School
Middle Or Junior School: Lively
Middle Or Junior School District: Austin ISD
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Internet-Cable, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
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