Located in the heart of Zilker, this property offers a rare combination of current livability and exceptional development potential. The main residence is a charming 780 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home that has recently been enhanced with new plumbing (2023), full reinsulation (2022), a new water heater (2023), and updated bedroom flooring (2025). The 462 sq ft ADU features 1 bedroom and 1.5 baths, providing immediate short-term rental income with significant recent upgrades, including a new tankless water heater (2021), a ductless AC unit (2023), and a newly replaced rooftop deck (2024) with 30-year warranty siding (2025). Both structures feature custom cabinetry built between 2018 and 2025, offering versatile spaces like a private garage office and a fully private guest apartment. Just steps from Barton Springs and Zilker Park, this is a prime opportunity to own a meticulously maintained income-producing property or create a landmark residence in Austin's most sought-after neighborhood.
| MLS # | 5596628 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1937 |
| Days On Site | 156 |
| Listing Provided By | Compass RE Texas, LLC | Monica Jones |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,242 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.14 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Downtown, Neighborhood |
| Interior Features | Murphy Bed, Primary Bedroom on Main |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Central, Natural Gas |
| Appliances | Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| Fireplaces Total | 0 |
| Window Features | None |
| Flooring | Concrete, Wood |
| Exterior Features | See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Corner Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Native Plants, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft) |
| Patio And Porch Features | See Remarks |
| Fencing | Full |
| Construction Materials | See Remarks |
| Parking Features | Driveway |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 0 |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
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| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| List Aor | Austin Board Of Realtors |
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| Property | 16940 |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Travis |
| City | Austin |
| Zip Code | 78704 |
| Area | 7 |
| Community Name | Oak Hill Add |
| School District | Austin ISD |
| Elementary School | Zilker |
| High School | Austin |
| Listing VS Median (in Oak Hill Add) | |
Price: $885,000 low | high Med: $885,000 sqft: 1,242 low | high Med: 1,242 $ / sqft: $713 low | high Med: $713 On site: 156 low | high Med: 156 | |
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Travis |
| City | Austin |
| Zip Code | 78704 |
| Area | 7 |
| Community Name | Oak Hill Add |
| School District | Austin ISD |
| Elementary School | Zilker |
| High School | Austin |
| Listing VS Median (in Oak Hill Add) | |
Price: $885,000 low | high Med: $885,000 sqft: 1,242 low | high Med: 1,242 $ / sqft: $713 low | high Med: $713 On site: 156 low | high Med: 156 | |