Built in 1912, the Walter Keeling House is a defining piece of Austin's architectural history. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3,381 SF, 5 living areas, .38-acre lot, and historic tax designation. The iconic Craftsman spans a rare.38-acre lot in historic Aldridge Place. The home carries dual designation as a City of Austin Landmark and a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, a provenance shared by very few Austin homes.
High ceilings, restored hardwood floors, handcrafted millwork and artisan finishes speak to the craftsmanship of the era. A 2020 restoration by DK Studio and BuildCo. preserved the home's architectural integrity while modernizing it for contemporary living; interiors curated by Page Home Design bring layered color, texture and custom furnishings to each room.
The main level primary suite opens to a private sun porch with private garden entrance. Upstairs will find three bedrooms with their own baths, two enclosed porches and a balcony overlooking the treetops toward Hemphill Park. The chef's kitchen offers quartzite counters, an oversized island, Wolf range and Sub-Zero refrigerator, pantry and custom banquette, truly an inviting space for dinner parties, evenings with friends and effortless living. Step into the landscaped garden for entertaining and dinners under a canopy of trees. Iron gates, stone walls, archways and mature gardens surround the house and create a private, old-world setting, with the original carriage house as storage.
Aldridge Place is defined by a shared sense of community and place. Minutes to downtown and on the edge of The University of Texas, walkable to beloved favorites such as Texas French Bread, Hopfields, and Mongers, minutes to Central Market and more. For buyers drawn to the character of Old Enfield and Pemberton, TheKeeling House offers something increasingly rare: significant architecture, sophisticated interiors and a storied setting within one of Austin's most treasured historic neighborhoods.
