The Stiles Agency

06/07/2026

Open House - Sunday - 12-3PM

5006 Baker St. Austin, TX. 78721
2/1 Stand alone condo built in 2018
$345,000
MLS # 6136167

Welcome home to your East Austin Escape! This light filled 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home was recently constructed in 2018. The modern kitchen offers a large, Silestone breakfast bar & counter tops, high quality Kent Moore cabinetry, Stainless steel under-mount sink, Delta faucet, energy efficient appliances and a gas range that provides the perfect spot for culinary enthusiasts to cook up a storm. The kitchen's clean lines and minimalist design make it a joy to cook and entertain in. Additional features of this lovely home include high gloss sealed concrete floors, ceiling fans, top down / bottom up window treatments, spacious closets, and a private yard with permeable patio, perfect for al fresco dining or relaxation. The low-maintenance yard with sprinkler system is a bonus for those who value ease and convenience. This property's location is a major draw, with easy access to Austin's hottest restaurants and entertainment spots via a quick bike ride. This homes unique blend of style, functionality, and location, makes it your perfect East Austin Escape!

06/06/2026

Well, folks, that's all she wrote. I really appreciate all of the spirited debate that the last post inspired and I wanted to clarify my position on the topic.
First, I believe that the property owners have every right to demo a house if it doesn't suit their needs except in very rare instances where the property has true historic value- not just old, but also holding architectural and historical significance. The bar is and should remain very high.
However, I do think there should be more institutional incentives to keep all or part of a structure and there are three very compelling reason to do this.
First, over 20% of the landfill is construction related waste. Saving houses makes a huge ecological impact that benefits all of us.
Second is affordability. Keeping older homes often provides relatively affordable options vs new construction. In this case, the lot could easily accommodate several other homes that could be right-sized for singles, couples or smaller families. The right incentives might convince some property owners and developers to save more and demo less.
The third reason is the huge economic impact. Heritage Tourism is a multi-billion dollar business. People want to travel to cities that have a strong sense of place and a unique vibe. South Congress would not be the same without historic preservation and small business, restaurants and bars are some of the greatest economic benefactors. People flock to places like Paris, Fredericksburg and New Orleans to eat the local food and bask in the local architecture. Private homes and business all contribute to that unique feeling of place.
So please, talk to your local representatives about this. Ask them to work to create tools that stream line projects that save all of part of the structure, create tax breaks or freeze property taxes and waive other administrative fees. It all adds up help keep Austin weird, just how we like it.
Cheers!

06/02/2026

Apparently nothing is worth saving.

05/23/2026

Just Listed in 78731 - Multi-generational SFH opportunity w/ pool

Open House - Sunday, May 24th, 1-3PM

3813 Hidden Hollow
Austin, TX. 78731
$1,350,000
4,214 sqft, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths on .47 acres
MLS # 7419713

Welcome to 3813 Hidden Hollow. This expansive, multigenerational home backs to green space for abundant privacy & lives like a single story home. The property is walking distance to the JCC & offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 bonus rooms, 2 living rooms, a nearly 1/2 acre corner lot w/ pool, spa, numerous decks, mature oak trees, pond w/ waterfall & bridge & has not been available for sale in over a generation. The kitchen, w/ two islands, double oven, custom cabinetry, gas range, that is open to the expansive vaulted living room & light soaked dining room complete w/ two large sky lights, is an entertainers dream! The living room is a show stopper! On one side of the room you can’t miss the gas fireplace that leads the eye to your beautifully vaulted ceiling. From there just follow the wall of windows w/ tree top views all the way to the kitchen & dining rooms that circle back to yet another nook w/ it’s own skylight, perfect for a piano & personal library area, separate seating area, alternate dining room option, or something only you can dream up! The primary suite is in it’s own wing of the home, w/ it’s wall of windows & private access to one of the back decks, it feels like you’re living in the tree tops & offers stunning hardwood floors, dual walk in closets + bonus closet, dual vanities + seating nook w/ large window, dual shower heads in the separate shower, complete w/ built in bench seat plus a jetted garden bathtub as an added bonus. Three levels of decks mean that no matter where you are, you have seamless indoor / outdoor living. Downstairs can & does live like it’s own apartment, complete w/ the 5th bedroom, 2nd bonus room, second living room, full bath, kitchenette, laundry, it’s own mini-split system & separate entrance. Use it how best suits you, passive income, a second living / working / playing space, game room, the options are endless. We look forward to seeing who the next stewards will be of this once in a generation property!

Welcome to 3813 Hidden Hollow. This expansive, multigenerational home backs to green space for abundant privacy & lives like a single story home. The property is walking distance to the JCC & offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 bonus rooms, 2 living rooms, a nearly 1/2 acre corner lot w/ pool, spa, nume...

05/20/2026

Recent construction but....already there is water damage (pic 2) over the door from water hitting the flat awning. Poor design that an experienced realtor would spot.

05/16/2026

I have a favorite neighborhood tree.

05/01/2026

17ft to go....

Are you wondering about the current status of Lake Travis? This central Texas reservoir on the Colorado River is considered 'full' or 'at maximum desired capacity' when the lake's water level is at 681 feet (208 m) above mean sea level (msl).

04/30/2026

Houses built without eaves are doomed to get this kind of damage. Buyer beware!

04/29/2026

This is stunning.

2707 Hermosita Dr, Glendale, CA 91208 is for sale. View 62 photos of this 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 3548 sqft. single family home with a list price of $2890000.

04/28/2026

Very cool data!

The maps reflect broader housing patterns of where people live at different stages of life.