Closed on jun 2026

$779,000

•

1,698

sq ft

501 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 78704

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About this home

Located in the heart of 78704, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,700 square feet of bright, modern living with timeless Austin charm. The open-concept main level features wide-plank flooring, abundant natural light, and a stylish kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a large center island perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite includes direct balcony access, large windows, and a spa-like bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard with a covered patio and a detached flex space/studio, ideal for a home office, gym, or creative space. Mature trees, generous outdoor living areas, and thoughtful updates throughout make this home perfect for enjoying the best of Austin indoor-outdoor living. Situated on a quiet street just off of funky, cool South First St. Just minutes from South Lamar, Congress Avenue, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and downtown, this property offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and unbeatable central convenience

Single-familyProperty Type

1963Year Built

6,764 sq ftLot Size

$459Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Joseph Yager • Uptown Realty LLC

Contact: (512) 651-0505

Bought with Joseph Yager • Uptown Realty LLC

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Redfin Estimate

$814,597

$36K over list price of $779K

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This home's estimate is 23.3% higher than the average sale price ($661K) of 5 comparable homes.

BOUGHT WITH REDFIN SEP 4, 2026
$584,900
A
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114 Havana St, Austin, TX 78704
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$865,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,834 sq ft
3507 Garden Villa Ln, Austin, TX 78704
SOLD BY REDFIN AUG 18, 2026
$725,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,660 sq ft
3306 Garden Villa Ln, Austin, TX 78704
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$649,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
504 Powell Cir, Austin, TX 78704
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$480,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,135 sq ft
1005 Daphne Ct, Austin, TX 78704

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Market trends in 78704, TX

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.3%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$788K

$14K MoM

Avg. days on market

81d

13 days MoM

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151

28 MoM

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NEW 9 HRS AGO
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Est. $5,276 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 501 Lightsey Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jun 5, 2026

Sold

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Jun 5, 2026

Sold

May 14, 2026

Contingent

—

May 4, 2026

Price Changed

$779,000

$459/sq ft

Apr 13, 2026

Price Changed

$799,000

$471/sq ft

Mar 31, 2026

Relisted

—

Mar 25, 2026

Contingent

—

Mar 9, 2026

Listed

$829,000

$488/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 6, 2018

Sold

Public Records

Oct 3, 2016

Sold

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Sep 29, 2016

Sold

Sep 24, 2016

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2016

Price Changed

$499,000

$294/sq ft

Aug 12, 2016

Listed

$530,300

$312/sq ft

Updated & remodeled two-story home located in close-in 78704. Relax on the amazing balcony that stretches across the front of the house from which you can see downtown Austin & St. Ed's U. Gourmet Kitchen has granite and stainless appliances, including 5 burner gas range, pull-out shelving, breakfast bar and is open to dining and living. Master bedroom has large walk-in shower, double vanity, walk-in closet, & french doors leading to balcony. .Huge back yard includes very tall walnut tree!FEMA - Unknown Restrictions: Yes

Public Records

Jun 20, 2013

Sold

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Jun 20, 2013

Sold

Jun 9, 2013

Pending

—

May 17, 2013

Pending

—

May 9, 2013

Relisted

—

May 1, 2013

Pending

—

Apr 28, 2013

Listed

$435,000

$256/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 13, 2012

Sold

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Mar 13, 2012

Sold

Feb 8, 2012

Pending

—

Feb 3, 2012

Listed

$349,000

$206/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 14, 2011

Sold

Public Records

Mar 11, 1974

Sold

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,558 (−9.9%)

$383,458 + $230,187

$613,645

2025

$13,937 (−1.3%)

$383,458 + $297,543

$681,001

2024

$14,118 (+20.5%)

2023

$11,717 (+0.8%)

2022

$11,627 (−0.2%)

2021

$11,650 (+7.5%)

2020

$10,834 (+3.8%)

$300,000 + $186,574

$486,574

2019

$10,436 (−7.2%)

$300,000 + $186,574

$486,574

2018

$11,244 (+7.7%)

$275,000 + $193,304

$468,304

2017

$10,443 (−2.8%)

$215,000 + $266,884

$481,884

2016

$10,746 (+10.7%)

$275,000 + $193,304

$468,304

2014

$9,709 (+14.5%)

$190,000 + $217,979

$407,979

2013

$8,481 (−7.0%)

$190,000 + $217,979

$407,979

2012

$9,122 (+27.8%)

$190,000 + $154,301

$344,301

2011

$7,141 (−4.9%)

2010

$7,509

2009

$7,509

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,765 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1970

Sq. Ft.

1,698

Year built

1963

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Travis County

APN

309932

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 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

May 25, 2022 • Final

Electrical

Install an electrical connection from a house to a new backyard shed for use as an office space. Install a sub-panel, electrical outlets, and lighting within the shed.

ADU

Electrical

Aug 9, 2021 • Final

Mechanical

Replace the complete existing central heating and air conditioning system with or without 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

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Parking
Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
# of Parking (Total): 3
# of Covered Spaces: 1

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room 1 Information
Office
Description: Out back
Level: First

Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Level: First

Room 3 Information
Bedroom
Level: First

Room 4 Information
Bathroom
Level: Second

Room 5 Information
Bathroom
Level: Second

Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 7 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 8 Information
Level: Second

Laundry Information
Features: Inside, Lower Level, Laundry Room

Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator

Interior Features
Window Features: Window Treatments
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Study, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Masonry

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Security Features: Security System Owned, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Back Yard, Wood

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1553
Lot Size Acres: 0.1553

Property Information
Direction Faces: North
Foundation Details: Slab
Updated/Remodeled

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $681,001

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $13,936.58
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,698
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,765 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Travis County
APN: 309932

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Galindo Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

4/10

Fulmore Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

4/10

Travis High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

1/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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 109° 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

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Historical weather

Austin, TX • 78704

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Sun exposure

85/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Austin. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.3 hrs

5.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$774,000 – $937,000

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Home values near 501 Lightsey Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
413 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3384 Sq. Ft.	$1,051,301
405 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1419 Sq. Ft.	$518,153

Address	Redfin Estimate
503 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$653,963
407 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2377 Sq. Ft.	$857,248

Address	Redfin Estimate
505 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1216 Sq. Ft.	$617,513
409 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1197 Sq. Ft.	$479,547

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