Live in the heart of South Austin’s vibrant energy in this beautifully updated top-floor condo located within the gated Ivy Condos community. Tucked all the way toward the back of the property, this private retreat offers a peaceful setting surrounded by mature trees, creating a rare sense of quiet and seclusion while still being moments from the best of South Austin. Enjoy your own balcony overlooking the lush greenery—perfect for morning coffee or unwinding after a day in the city. Perfectly positioned just moments from some of Austin’s most iconic favorites—including Torchy's Tacos, Matt's El Rancho, Amy's Ice Creams, and Radio Coffee & Beer—this home offers the ultimate South Lamar lifestyle with endless dining, entertainment, and shopping just outside your door. Enjoy unbeatable convenience with quick access to Downtown Austin, SoCo, South First, Highway 290, Highway 71, I-35, and major bus routes. Inside, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath home blends comfort and modern updates with a bright, airy layout enhanced by its desirable top-floor location. Thoughtful improvements provide peace of mind and style, including a new sliding glass door and bedroom window (2026), fully replaced HVAC ductwork (2023), updated breaker box (2022), and upgraded HVAC system (2021). Beyond the unit itself, residents enjoy an impressive collection of community amenities designed for both relaxation and convenience. Take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool, enjoy the secure bike storage room, spend time with your pets at the dedicated dog park, or unwind in the inviting outdoor gathering spaces. HOA dues include water, hot water, trash, recycling, landscaping, exterior maintenance, and access to community amenities, creating an easy lock-and-leave lifestyle. The condo is also wired for Google Fiber, offering fast and reliable connectivity for work or entertainment.
South Lamar, located between Lady Bird Lake and Ben White Boulevard, is a walkable and entertainment-forward Austin neighborhood with a strip-mall-meets-bungalow streetscape and a late-night dining scene. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around South Lamar Boulevard near Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, where marquees, patios, and food-truck lots keep the sidewalks in motion. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Uchi, and The Broken Spoke anchor the area’s cultural rhythm. Mid-century apartments and newer mixed-use buildings line the corridor, while side streets hold older cottages and small courtyards. Pocket parks and the nearby lake trail shape daily routines. The terrain rises toward Zilker, with skyline views appearing between live oaks.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floorplan
Main level primary
Track lighting
Soaking tub
Screens on windows
Bedrooms
One main-level bedroom
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Soaking tub in bathroom
Kitchen
Galley kitchen
Dishwasher
Free-standing range
Electric oven
Microwave
Exhaust fan
Disposal
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Laundry closet
Flooring
Bamboo
Carpet
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air (electric)
Exterior features
Balcony
Exterior steps
Privacy and wrought-iron fencing
Many large trees
Has view
Balcony patio/porch
Home design
One-story property
Southeast-facing
Resale property
Parking
Common outside parking
Two parking spaces (total)
Security
Carbon monoxide detector(s)
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Built with brick veneer, HardiPlank-type siding, and masonry
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Year built per public records
Utilities
Electricity available
Fiber optic available
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Homeowners association (The Ivy HOA)
Monthly association fee
Association fee covers common area maintenance, hot water, insurance, grounds maintenance, structure maintenance, trash, and water
Electricity and solar
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This perfectly quaint and modern 520 square ft one bedroom, one bathroom condo is located in the heart of Austin's eclectic 78704 area code, just minutes from downtown. Inside, bamboo flooring, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, updated lighting, travertine tile in baths and washer/dryer connections in the unit. Ask about 3% down financing.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,252
$1,782 + $157,138
$158,920
2025
$3,252 (+4.5%)
$1,782 + $157,138
$158,920
2024
$3,113 (−19.0%)
$1,782 + $155,298
$157,080
2023
$3,842 (+0.8%)
2022
$3,812 (−3.0%)
$66,843 + $126,187
$193,030
2021
$3,928 (+7.5%)
2020
$3,653 (+4.0%)
$59,416 + $104,644
$164,060
2019
$3,511 (+6.6%)
2018
$3,295 (−3.3%)
2017
$3,407 (+10.0%)
2016
$3,097 (+13.4%)
2014
$2,731 (+4.3%)
$14,854 + $99,945
$114,799
2013
$2,618 (+12.5%)
$14,854 + $99,945
$114,799
2012
$2,327 (+25.7%)
$14,854 + $91,413
$106,267
2011
$1,852 (+163.9%)
2010
$702
2009
$702
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
520
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
520
Year built
1985
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Travis County
APN
753893
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
MF-2
Multifamily Residence Low Density District
Multifamily residence low density (MF-2) district is the designation for a multifamily use with a maximum density of up to 23 units per acre, depending on unit size. An MF-2 district designation may be applied to a use in a multifamily residential area located near single family neighborhoods or in an area for which low density multifamily use is desired.
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