* All showings must be requested and confirmed via Showing Time Showing Service. Do not disturb tenants. * Large lot zoned SF-3 in prime location of SOCO, the iconic and exploding urban South Congress neighborhood. Many possibilities for this large level lot with beautiful trees. Currently being used as a short-term rental property, this artsy & eclectic property has tons of possibilities. Potential to build a dream home, duplex, 2 condos, or home with ADU. (Or keep as an income-producing rental property for awhile. ) Walk to the fun Cosmic Coffee & Beer Garden & Crux Climbing Center for rock climbing and yoga classes. Bike to amazing neighborhood shops such as Allen’s Boots, Lululemon, & vintage resale stores. Dine at some of Austin’s best restaurants including Perla, Magnolia Cafe, & Home Slice Pizza. Also minutes to downtown, Zilker Park, & Lady Bird Lake. Enjoy living the ATX lifestyle! (See attached City of Austin Property Profile Report and Zoning Guide. ) Consult City of Austin Development Services for more development information. Note: The home has 2 mini-splits for heat & A/C + 1 window unit for A/C. There is no laundry room or washer/dryer connections.
78704 Great Opportunity to buy 8000 sq. ft. lot with Approved COA Duplex plans and permits in place! Each 2 Bdrm 3bath unit designed with 1300 square feet of living space as well as detached 2 car garage. Frontage on two streets. Current home has 2 Bdrms/1bath. 4 Blocks from St. Edwards University and one block from major bus routes and restaurants. Infinite Monkey Theorem Winery & Crux Climbing Center ½ block away. Go!Restrictions: Yes
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
158 ft.
Lot size
8,137 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
768
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
310953
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
SF-3
Family Residence District
Family residence (SF-3) district is the designation for a moderate density single-family residential use and a duplex use on a lot that is a minimum of 5,750 sq ft. An SF-3 district designation may be applied to a use in an existing single-family neighborhood with moderate sized lots or to new development of family housing on lots that are 5,750 sq ft or more. A duplex use that is designated as an SF-3 district is subject to development standards that maintain single-family neighborhood characteristics.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Assembly/ meeting place
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Communications tower
Jul 18, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Install a new gas line from the city meter to a gas stove inside the home.
Gas
Jun 15, 2017 • Final
Electrical
Rebuild the electrical service with like-for-like components.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: Driveway, Off Street
# of Parking (Total): 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Bathroom
Description: Tub with shower head.
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Level: Main
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks
Interior Features
Window Features: Window Treatments
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Other Features: Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Frame
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Front Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood, Wire
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1868
Lot Size Acres: 0.1868
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Level, Many Trees, Trees Large Size
Property Information
Direction Faces: South
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $742,160
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $14,657.08
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Multi Units, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, See Remarks
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Park, Trails/Paths, Curbs
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 768
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,137 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 310953
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Galindo Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Fulmore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Travis High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
1/10
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