Updated 1970s home in Oak Hill asks $495K

Another ranch-style home with a bright, pared-down update has hit the market (three and we call it a trend). This one is in Oak Hill Stylish north of MoPac, an area replete with by greenbelts and parks of various sizes.

Built in 1973, the 1,960-square-foot home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. It features beamed cathedral ceilings, stained concrete floors, an open layout with abundant light, built-in bookcases, recessed lighting, an an updated kitchen with granite/marble counters tops and stainless appliances, and modernized bathrooms. It also has two nifty fireplaces clad in floor-to-ceiling brick—one in the bedroom and one in the bathroom.

The single-story, brick home sits on a spacious lot with a fully fenced yard that includes private outdoor entertainment area, mature trees, and a sprinkler system. The two-car garage has been insulated and fitted for an HVAC system, providing flexibility for its possible use as an office or workshop.

• 4805 Woodside Drive [Realty Austin]