Come see this beautifully maintained Craftsman single-story in the heart of everything that is East Austin. Nestled on a large corner lot, this 980 sq ft, 1-bed, 1.5-bath home is an entertainer’s dream with a finished casita, expansive outdoor area, and just a few walking blocks from East 6th and Cesar Chavez eateries, breweries, coffee shops, and boutiques. Featuring wonderful high ceilings, a large bedroom with great natural light and walk-in closet, and an open kitchen just begging for everyone to come over. Picture those perfect Austin days in the shade of the tall trees, or venture out with all of Austin just a short trip away.
Many upgrades to this great home which include tankless water heater, radiant barrier, attic fan, low e windows, energy efficient appliances. Porcelain tile throughout the home. Easy access to downtown, UT and Lady Bird Lake. FEMA - Unknown Restrictions: Yes
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Jan 1, 2012
Delisted
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Aug 26, 2011
Listed
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May 1, 2011
Delisted
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Feb 5, 2011
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Public Records
Oct 13, 2000
Sold
*
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 10, 1997
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,262 (+20.0%)
$348,014 + $110,573
$458,587
2025
$9,385 (−32.4%)
$348,014 + $110,573
$458,587
2024
$13,880 (−32.0%)
$517,500 + $182,847
$700,347
2023
$20,411 (+30.7%)
$675,000 + $453,146
$1,128,146
2022
$15,620 (+72.7%)
$300,000 + $490,909
$790,909
2021
$9,044 (+4.7%)
$250,000 + $165,517
$415,517
2020
$8,636 (+3.8%)
$250,000 + $137,836
$387,836
2019
$8,319 (+2.8%)
$250,000 + $137,836
$387,836
2018
$8,094 (+9.2%)
$215,000 + $117,363
$332,363
2017
$7,412 (+4.4%)
$180,000 + $138,394
$318,394
2016
$7,100 (−7.4%)
$215,000 + $117,363
$332,363
2014
$7,664 (+35.4%)
$165,000 + $157,066
$322,066
2013
$5,659 (+3.6%)
$165,000 + $157,066
$322,066
2012
$5,460 (+36.5%)
2011
$3,999 (+15.5%)
2010
$3,462
2009
$3,462
Tax history for 2601 E 3rd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,262 (+20.0%)
$348,014 + $110,573
$458,587
2025
$9,385 (−32.4%)
$348,014 + $110,573
$458,587
2024
$13,880 (−32.0%)
$517,500 + $182,847
$700,347
2023
$20,411 (+30.7%)
$675,000 + $453,146
$1,128,146
2022
$15,620 (+72.7%)
$300,000 + $490,909
$790,909
2021
$9,044 (+4.7%)
$250,000 + $165,517
$415,517
2020
$8,636 (+3.8%)
$250,000 + $137,836
$387,836
2019
$8,319 (+2.8%)
$250,000 + $137,836
$387,836
2018
$8,094 (+9.2%)
$215,000 + $117,363
$332,363
2017
$7,412 (+4.4%)
$180,000 + $138,394
$318,394
2016
$7,100 (−7.4%)
$215,000 + $117,363
$332,363
2014
$7,664 (+35.4%)
$165,000 + $157,066
$322,066
2013
$5,659 (+3.6%)
$165,000 + $157,066
$322,066
2012
$5,460 (+36.5%)
2011
$3,999 (+15.5%)
2010
$3,462
2009
$3,462
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
51 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,736 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
980
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
189693
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
Nov 5, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Replace the gas line in the attic and access the gas line at the water heater using the existing union. Test the entire home gas line to ensure the integrity of the piping leading to the unit.
Gas
Plumbing
Sep 19, 2017 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the existing central heating and air conditioning system with a similar system. The work may or may not include ductwork.
HVAC
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
# of Parking (Total): 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Office
Room 2 Information
Primary Bathroom
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Room 4 Information
Primary Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Kitchen
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Disposal, Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
Flooring: Tile
Other Features: High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden, Lighting, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.178
Lot Size Acres: 0.178
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Trees Large Size
Property Information
Direction Faces: North
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $387,836
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $7,772
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Trails/Paths
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 980
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,736 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 189693
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
Govalle Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
Eastside Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
1/10
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