For sale

$399,000

2909 E 5th St
Austin, TX 78702

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

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway TX Realty · (512) 483-6000 · MLS# 9268803 · Status: Active

About this home

Discover the possibilities in one of East Austin's most exciting and rapidly evolving neighborhoods with this exceptional redevelopment and investment opportunity at 2909 E 5th Street. Situated on an oversized SF-3-NP zoned lot, this property offers the flexibility to renovate the existing home, build multiple units, or create your next standout project in one of the city's hottest urban corridors. The home is currently leased on a month-to-month basis, providing immediate rental income while you bring your vision to life. Looking for an even bigger opportunity? The neighboring property at 2907 E 5th Street is also available, creating the rare chance to assemble two side-by-side lots in a location where demand continues to grow. Enjoy everything that makes East Austin so desirable, with Plaza Saltillo, Lady Bird Lake, Metz Park, Joe's Bakery, neighborhood cafés, local breweries, live music, acclaimed restaurants, boutiques, and downtown Austin just minutes away. Whether you're an investor, builder, or developer, opportunities like this don't come around often, offering exceptional redevelopment potential in one of Austin's most vibrant neighborhoods.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type
Residential · Single Family Residence
Year built
1945
Lot size
0.16 acres
Living area
884 sq ft
Price per sq ft
$451
Bathrooms
1 full, 0 half
Annual taxes
$8,000
County
Travis
Neighborhood
Hartwell Add
School district
Austin ISD
Schools
Brooke · Martin · Eastside Early College

Features

Roof
Composition
View
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Levels
One
Cooling
See Remarks
Fencing
Chain Link, Wood
Heating
See Remarks
Flooring
Wood
Utilities
See Remarks
Appliances
See Remarks
Lot
Level, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Sparse
Water
Public
Pool
None
Horse amenities
None
Windows
Wood Frames
Parking
Driveway
Exterior
See Remarks, Private Yard
Interior
See Remarks
Community
None
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
Waterfront
None
Energy efficiency
None
Accessibility
None
Construction
See Remarks
Patio & porch
Front Porch

Location

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