Active Listing  ·  25 days on market

4214 Sinclair Ave

Austin, TX 78756
$1,395,000
3 Bed 2 Bath 1,879 sqft $742/sqft Built 1937 0.16 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Rosedale D

Welcome to 4214 Sinclair Avenue, a rare Rosedale property featuring a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow plus a more recently constructed oversized 2-car garage with a beautifully finished 1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment. Built in 1937 in the first generation of Rosedale homes, this storybook home is filled with period charm, including a timeless brick exterior, wrought-iron front porch, hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown molding, abundant windows with wood shutters, and a beautiful fireplace. The spacious living and formal dining rooms are ideal for entertaining, with the dining room showcasing a built-in period china cabinet and access to the side yard. The galley kitchen offers views to the living and dining areas, space for casual dining, and a convenient laundry closet with backyard access. The generous primary suite features multiple closets and a wall of windows with built-in cabinetry below, creating a charming window seat with additional storage. Two spacious secondary bedrooms continue the home's classic character with hardwood floors and abundant natural light. The private backyard offers stone pathways, a wood privacy fence, and access to the oversized garage with side street entry. Above the garage, the thoughtfully designed apartment is separately metered for water and electricity, making it ideal as an income-producing rental, guest quarters, multigenerational living, or a private office. The apartment features hardwood floors, a bright open living area, a well-appointed kitchen with island seating, built-in cabinetry, a spacious bedroom, full bath, dedicated laundry, and a private patio below. A short two block walk to Ramsey Park/pool plus Central Market and other well known stores/restaurants and walking trails nearby. A rare opportunity to own a property that perfectly blends historic charm with modern flexibility in one of Central Austin's most desirable neighborhoods.

At $742/sqft, this home is priced 90% above the Austin active market average of $391/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

4214 Sinclair Ave, Austin, TX 78756

Property Details

Price $1,395,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,879 sqft
Lot Size 0.16 acres (6,934.75 sqft)
Year Built 1937
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Rosedale D
County Travis
Zip Code 78756
$/sqft $742/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $16,671.87
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT239403724
List Date July 10, 2026
Elementary School Bryker Woods
Middle School O Henry
High School Austin
School District ,

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Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in Austin with similar bedroom count, size, and price range, giving you real-time context for how this property's asking price compares to the active market.

AddressList Price$/sqftBeds/BathsSqftDOMListed
1619 Elmhurst Dr
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$1,395,000 $589 4 bd / 4 ba 2,367 sqft , 2025-09-29
1603 Woodlawn Blvd #D
Old Enfield
$1,395,000 $883 2 bd / 3 ba 1,579 sqft , 2026-01-08
5200 Avenue H None
Highlands
$1,395,000 $554 4 bd / 4 ba 2,516 sqft , 2025-04-18
901 W 9th St #1004
Nokonah Condo Amd
$1,395,000 $898 2 bd / 2 ba 1,554 sqft , 2026-05-04
901 Bouldin Ave #A
901 Bouldin Condo
$1,395,000 $754 3 bd / 3 ba 1,850 sqft , 2026-05-24

Source: ACTRIS MLS, live listings. Similar by ±1 bed, ±35% price, ±35% sqft. Contact Luke for a formal comparative market analysis.

Investment Analysis

Rental Income Potential

The numbers below use conservative Austin-market assumptions. They are estimates, not a guarantee. Actual rents vary by condition, timing, and management. Read our full Austin rental property guide →

Est. Monthly Rent
$6,696/mo
0.48% rule · conservative Austin est.
Gross Yield
5.76%
Annual rent ÷ purchase price
Cap Rate (est.)
3.46%
NOI after 40% vacancy + expenses
Down Payment
$279,000
20% conventional investment loan

Monthly Cash Flow Breakdown (20% down · 7.25% rate)

Estimated Gross Rent+$6,696
Principal + Interest−$7,613
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$2,441
Insurance (~0.5%)−$581
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-3,939

At current rates and prices, many Austin luxury properties run neutral or slightly negative on pure cash flow, appreciation and equity paydown are the primary return drivers. BRRRR and off-market acquisitions can improve day-one cash flow. Learn about the BRRRR method in Austin →

Neighborhood Context

About Rosedale

Rosedale is the neighborhood that longtime Austin residents point to when they describe what Austin used to feel like everywhere - quiet streets, mature live oaks that form a canopy over the road, neighbors who know each other, and a pace of life that hasn't been disrupted by the city's explosive growth. It sits north of 38th Street between Lamar Boulevard and Shoal Creek, one of the most central locations in Austin.

The housing stock is predominantly mid-century - 1940s and 1950s ranch homes and craftsman bungalows that were built when Austin was still a small city. Many have been thoughtfully updated while preserving the character that makes Rosedale distinctive. Unlike some Austin neighborhoods that have been transformed by teardown development, Rosedale has retained enough of its original homes to maintain a coherent neighborhood identity.

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Mature Tree Canopy

Rosedale has some of Central Austin's most impressive live oak coverage. The trees were planted with the neighborhood and have had 70+ years to establish - you can't buy this in a newer development.

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Mid-Century Character

A high concentration of intact 1940s to 50s ranch homes and craftsman bungalows. Buyers seeking authentic neighborhood character over generic new construction find Rosedale genuinely hard to leave.

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Brentwood Elementary

One of AISD's most coveted elementary school assignments. Families specifically target Rosedale to access Brentwood - which keeps year-round demand high and resale values strong.

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Lamar Corridor Access

North Lamar runs along the neighborhood's western edge, connecting residents to Epoch Coffee, Foreign & Domestic, Central Market North Lamar, and dozens of other Austin staples without a significant drive.

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Commute & Employment

Major Employers Near Austin, TX

Austin sits within commuting range of Austin's major tech, manufacturing, and corporate campuses. Approximate drive times from this area:

Tesla Gigafactory 15-25 min E
Apple Campus (Domain) 20-30 min N
Google / Meta / Indeed 10-15 min downtown
Dell Medical School / UT Austin 10-20 min
Samsung Austin Semiconductor 25 min N

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