Exceptional Redevelopment or Investment Opportunity in Prime South Central Austin Located in the sought-after Park Forest neighborhood, this 0.1652-acre lot offers a rare opportunity for developers and investors looking to capitalize on Austin’s continued growth. The existing one-story home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area—providing a solid starting point for a full renovation or an ideal footprint for new construction or multi-unit development. Strategically positioned near major corridors like Ben White Blvd, South Lamar Blvd, and Menchaca Road, this property offers seamless access to downtown Austin, major employers, and some of the city’s most popular restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Nearby amenities include Joslin Elementary School, Joslin Neighborhood Park, and Central Market—all within a short commute. With strong fundamentals, a central location, and significant upside potential, this property is a compelling opportunity for those looking to invest, build, or redevelop in one of Austin’s high-demand neighborhoods.
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,196 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
888
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
313002
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
Jan 22, 2026 • Final
Building
Complete demolition of a single-family home.
Demolition
Nov 13, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Install an overhead electrical service loop for a home builder.
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
Garage/Carport Information
Has Carport
Parking
Features: Carport
# of Parking (Total): 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Features: Breakfast Area
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Main
Laundry Information
Features: In Kitchen
Interior Features
Window Features: Screen(s)
Flooring: Tile
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1652
Lot Size Acres: 0.1652
Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Level
Property Information
Direction Faces: North
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $405,680
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $8,039.82
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 888
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,196 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 313002
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Joslin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Covington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
Crockett High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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