Old Austin charm in an ever-changing neighborhood! This property offers a main house (1,232 sf) & separate casita (484 sf) in the middle of Govalle, an eclectic & fun East Austin neighborhood. Main house is 3 beds/1 bath that features walls finished in warm, inviting earthen plaster & sustainable bamboo flooring throughout. Inside you’ll find a cozy living area w/ a large picture window, kitchen with a vintage stove and oven, a large and beautifully tiled bathroom, a main bedroom w/ direct access to the expansive backyard via large sliding door, 2 other rooms for beds or home office use, a nicely-sized front porch to sit out on and watch the bustle of the neighborhood, a very large back patio deck for enjoying sunsets, and a covered laundry shed outside the back door. Meanwhile, the large casita in the backyard, along with its kitchen, bathroom, sizable side patio, and storage galore, offers plenty of flexible space for an office, studio, music or hobby space, guest house or rental. Lots of loving work has been put into making this house a home, including new gutters + rain mitigation (2021), complete pier & beam foundation update (2021), xeriscaping for both curb appeal + excellent drainage around the buildings (2022), roof for casita (2022) & tree trimming (2022). Freshly painted patio and deck 10/1/22. Also on the property is a large storage shed with lofted storage. In an incredible location in 78702 surrounded by so many gems, you’ll have trouble picking a favorite! Bfast tacos at Marcelino's, coffee at Flitch, treats at OMG Squee (featured on Queer Eye), drinks at Friends and Allies Brewery & Kitty Cohen's and tons of amazing restaurants such as Sawyer and Co & Nixta Taqueria. Enjoy First Saturdays at Canopy, where you can view and purchase work by local artists. There's also East Austin Studio Tours each Fall in the neighborhood. Access to Boggy Creek Farm, 2 community pools & trails. Special opportunity, must see this unique property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
6,577 sq ftLot Size
$335Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Adam Zell• Compass RE Texas, LLC
Listed by Nathaniel Dominguez• Compass RE Texas, LLC
Bought with Brandon Eckhardt• Cultivate Realty Inc
Sweet East Austin oasis w loads of charm. Owner lovingly practiced regenerative gardening & the soil has been chemical-free 15 years w native plantings, medicinal herbs & fruit trees. Walk to Hausbar farms to pick up veggies & pet donkeys! Moments from coffee & tacos at every turn! House backs Boggy Creek for great setting & privacy! Main house is 1232 sq ft 3/1, back house is 484 sq (buyer to measure). Have buyer do 3D walk first to make sure home is a fit, Sellers request only serious buyers tour home. Guest Accommodations: Yes Restrictions: Yes
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Jun 22, 2017
Delisted
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Mar 24, 2017
Price Changed
*
Feb 17, 2017
Price Changed
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Feb 9, 2017
Listed
*
Feb 2, 2017
Coming Soon
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Public Records
Oct 2, 2006
Sold
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Public Records
Jun 2, 1995
Sold
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$33/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 16, 1984
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,047 (−19.3%)
$291,275 + $256,218
$547,493
2025
$11,204 (−5.7%)
$291,275 + $256,218
$547,493
2024
$11,882 (−9.4%)
$325,000 + $274,576
$599,576
2023
$13,120 (+13.7%)
$425,000 + $300,174
$725,174
2022
$11,544 (+9.3%)
2021
$10,566 (+51.3%)
$300,000 + $185,404
$485,404
2020
$6,981 (+14.2%)
2019
$6,113 (+6.6%)
2018
$5,737 (+9.2%)
2017
$5,253 (+10.0%)
2016
$4,775 (+13.4%)
2014
$4,211 (+6.3%)
2013
$3,963 (+8.0%)
2012
$3,670 (−4.8%)
$63,000 + $97,890
$160,890
2011
$3,854 (+15.5%)
2010
$3,336
2009
$3,336
Tax history for 2819 Lyons Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,047 (−19.3%)
$291,275 + $256,218
$547,493
2025
$11,204 (−5.7%)
$291,275 + $256,218
$547,493
2024
$11,882 (−9.4%)
$325,000 + $274,576
$599,576
2023
$13,120 (+13.7%)
$425,000 + $300,174
$725,174
2022
$11,544 (+9.3%)
2021
$10,566 (+51.3%)
$300,000 + $185,404
$485,404
2020
$6,981 (+14.2%)
2019
$6,113 (+6.6%)
2018
$5,737 (+9.2%)
2017
$5,253 (+10.0%)
2016
$4,775 (+13.4%)
2014
$4,211 (+6.3%)
2013
$3,963 (+8.0%)
2012
$3,670 (−4.8%)
$63,000 + $97,890
$160,890
2011
$3,854 (+15.5%)
2010
$3,336
2009
$3,336
*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
51 ft.
Lot depth
130 ft.
Lot size
6,591 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,232
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
192213
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 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
Oct 29, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Install a new furnace gas line from under the home through an interior wall into the attic.
Gas
Apr 30, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Perform a complete repipe of the natural gas system.
Gas
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, See Remarks
# of Parking (Total): 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Features: Recessed Lighting
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Features: See Remarks
Level: Main
Laundry Information
Features: Outside
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Flooring: Bamboo, Tile
Other Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Primary, Recessed Lighting
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Clapboard
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
Other Structures: Guest House, Storage
Fencing: Chain Link, Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.151
Lot Size Acres: 0.151
Lot Features: Trees Medium Size
Property Information
Direction Faces: South
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $584,541
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Pet Amenities, Playground, Park, Trails/Paths, Curbs
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,232
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,591 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 192213
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Govalle Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
Eastside Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
1/10
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