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Austin,TX 78702
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,137 sqft
Price per Sqft $935
Subdivision Division B
MLS Listing ID 7052084
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Originating Board actris
Year Built 1900
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.405 Acres
Acres 0.4046
Property Description
The Limerick-Frazier House at 810 E 13th Street in Austin stands as a landmark of history and resilience.Constructed in 1876 by Joseph Limerick and immigrant from Ireland,this house embodies the cultural shifts of East Austin,later becoming a safe place for African American students,professors,scientists who were often denied service elsewhere. Located within the Swede Hill Historic District,this unique property offers glimpses of downtown Austin,the UT Tower,and Darrell Royal Stadium,with future plans promising vibrant green parkland and retail spaces nearby.Steeped in history,the home was purchased in 1905 by Professor John W. Frazier,an influential educator at Samuel Huston College,By the 1930s it became a vital haven,listed in the Negro Motorist Green Book,as lodging for African American travelers during segregation.Its significance extends beyond architecture; it reflects a resilient community,capturing the essence of Austin’s evolving landscape and the African American community’s contributions to the city’s cultural and social fabric.Architecturally,the home’s I-plan structure is a rare example of late 19th-century Texas vernacular design,The exterior boasts classic clapboard siding and an extended porch,which was added to complement the structure's original character.Inside,the home has retained much of its original detailing,featuring balloon-framed walls,2 brick fireplaces,and tongue-and-groove wood floors.The foyer opens to a staircase,with a bedroom and living room flanking either side.Decorative crown moldings,and tiled mantels add a timeless charm to the space.Upstairs,two large bedrooms and a study reflect the home’s historical configuration.While the kitchen and bathrooms await modern updates,this historic home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Austin’s past and contribute to its future.For those seeking a property with deep historical roots and an opportunity to make their own mark,the Limerick-Frazier House offers an enduring legacy.
Location
State TX
County Travis
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Two Primary Baths,Ceiling Fan(s),Chandelier,Laminate Counters,Electric Dryer Hookup,Entrance Foyer,French Doors,Interior Steps,Pantry,Washer Hookup
Heating Central,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Laminate,Tile,Wood
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Dining Room,Living Room
Fireplace No
Appliance Gas Range
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony
Fence Chain Link
Pool None
Community Features Park,See Remarks
Utilities Available Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,High Speed Internet,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Waterfront No
Waterfront Description None
View City
Roof Type Composition
Porch Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Porch,Rear Porch
Total Parking Spaces 4
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Back Yard,Front Yard,Trees-Moderate
Faces South
Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Frame
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Blackshear
Middle Schools Kealing
High Schools Eastside Early College
School District Austin Isd
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard