Sitting in the heart of West Campus, Orange Tree Condos is a staple of the neighborhood. Unit 78 is a very spacious 2 bedroom x 2 bathroom layout that is ideal for college students. The condo is currently leased for $2,400 per month until July 31st, 2027. This is the ideal condo for those looking to establish Texas Residency for in-state tuition or for those who wish to purchase an investment property. Contact the Gill Cave Group to schedule a viewing.
West Campus, located between The University of Texas at Austin and Shoal Creek, is a dense and walkable Austin neighborhood with mid-rise apartments and classic bungalows. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Guadalupe Street and West 24th Street corridor, where coffee counters, late-night bites, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks in motion. Architectural texture shifts from early 20th-century houses to contemporary student-oriented towers along major streets. Pease Park’s trails and creekside lawns add a green counterpoint to the urban blocks. The Drag’s bookstores and casual eateries set a campus-adjacent rhythm without feeling like a theme. Nearby cultural anchors keep the area plugged into the city’s arts calendar.
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fan(s)
Granite counters
In-law floorplan
Main level primary
Multiple primary suites
No interior steps
Walk-in closet(s)
High speed internet
Blinds
Bedrooms
Two main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Granite counters
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Free-standing electric range
Disposal
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Stacked washer/dryer
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Laundry in kitchen
Flooring
Laminate
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air (electric)
Exterior features
Front porch
Exterior steps
Rooftop private pool
Home design
Single-story
Faces east
Resale property
Parking
Assigned covered parking
Garage (2 spaces)
Guest parking
Two total parking spaces
Construction
Frame and stucco construction
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Electricity connected
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Part of Orange Tree Condominiums HOA
Monthly association fee of $316
HOA covers common area maintenance, grounds maintenance, sewer, trash and water
Community features include common grounds, community mailbox, courtyard and internet access
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
A must show in UT west campus just 3 blocks to campus. Top (2nd) floor unit with granite counters in kitchen and baths, stainless appliances, and hard surface floors (no carpet). Perfect roommate plan with enough room for 2-4 people. Two separate entrances for privacy. Two covered parking spaces convey. Complex had complete exterior renovations a few years ago. Ready for move-in June 1, 2013.
Public Records
Dec 21, 2010
Sold
*
Public Records
Jul 24, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
May 7, 2001
Sold
*
Public Records
May 13, 1998
Sold
*
Public Records
Aug 23, 1996
Sold
*
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,799 (+20.0%)
$206,424 + $111,153
$317,577
2025
$6,499 (−19.8%)
$206,424 + $111,153
$317,577
2024
$8,101 (+22.4%)
$206,424 + $202,361
$408,785
2023
$6,619 (−20.7%)
$206,424 + $159,438
$365,862
2022
$8,342 (+10.9%)
$69,725 + $352,676
$422,401
2021
$7,521 (+3.8%)
$69,725 + $275,787
$345,512
2020
$7,245 (+3.8%)
$69,725 + $255,634
$325,359
2019
$6,979
$69,725 + $255,634
$325,359
2018
$6,978 (−6.2%)
$697 + $333,038
$333,735
2017
$7,442 (−4.4%)
$69,725 + $279,514
$349,239
2016
$7,788 (+30.0%)
$697 + $333,038
$333,735
2014
$5,993 (−8.7%)
$69,725 + $182,134
$251,859
2013
$6,565 (+21.0%)
$69,725 + $182,134
$251,859
2012
$5,424 (+1.6%)
$14,625 + $251,894
$266,519
2011
$5,341 (+5.0%)
2010
$5,086
2009
$5,086
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,055
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,055
Year built
1979
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Travis County
APN
206459
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
MF-4
UNO
Multifamily Residence Moderate-High Density District
Multifamily residence moderate - high density (MF-4) district is the designation for multifamily and group residential use with a maximum density of 36 to 54 units per acre, depending on unit size. An MF-4 district designation may be applied to high density housing in a centrally located area near supporting transportation and commercial facilities, in an area adjacent to the central business district or a major institutional or employment center, or in an area for which moderate to high density multifamily use is desired.
There isn't one "Austin market" anymore. Central Austin, the suburbs, luxury homes, and entry level homes are all behaving differently. Buyers are choosing neighborhoods based on lifestyle, commute, and schools- not just price. The urgency of the...
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Austin, TX • 78705
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
60
40
70
48
81
58
82
64
87
67
93
76
92
75
97
76
94
72
89
65
78
55
68
49
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2529 Rio Grande St #78
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently listed between $310,000 and $366,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $310K to $366K.