Under contract

$169,000

1400 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741

  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 884 sq ft
  • 0.16 acres

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty · (512) 448-4111 · MLS# 8770365 · Status: Active Under Contract

About this home

Prime opportunity in the sought-after Riverside area, where this lot can have MULTIPLE STRUCTURES on it. it is just 8 minutes from the airport and under 15 minutes to Downtown Austin, hike and bike trails, and walking distance to IDEA Charter campus, and a Public Elementary School. Surrounded by East Austin’s vibrant eateries, with a mini-Domain area, a new 65,000 s.f. music venue, and approved light rail. The property is sold AS-IS, offering a full rehab and possible multifamily structure opportunity. Please note, the HOME IS INACCESSIBLE due to current property conditions. Lockbox is UNAVAILABLE, and buyers are advised to view through windows only. Buyers are strongly encouraged to conduct due diligence. While the existing structure needs significant repairs, the lot’s location ensures easy access to major highways and city amenities. This distressed property has DO NOT ENTER signs posted on the house. No Realtor FOR SALE SIGNS on property. Ideal for investors looking to redevelop in one of Austin’s fastest-growing neighborhoods. Don’t miss this chance to capitalize on a rare opportunity in a booming area.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type
Residential · Single Family Residence
Year built
1947
Lot size
0.16 acres
Living area
884 sq ft
Price per sq ft
$191
Bathrooms
1 full, 0 half
Annual taxes
$4,648
County
Travis
Neighborhood
Chernosky 15
School district
Austin ISD
Schools
Allison · Martin · Eastside Early College

Features

Roof
Composition
View
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Levels
One
Cooling
Central Air
Fencing
Chain Link
Heating
Natural Gas
Flooring
Linoleum
Utilities
See Remarks, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Appliances
Gas Oven
Lot
Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Water
Public
Pool
None
Horse amenities
None
Windows
Wood Frames
Parking
Driveway
Exterior
Private Entrance, Private Yard
Interior
See Remarks
Community
Curbs, Underground Utilities
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Waterfront
None
Energy efficiency
None
Accessibility
Accessible Approach with Ramp
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & porch
Front Porch

Location

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