Welcome to this stunningly renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in the highly coveted 78704 area! Boasting a spacious backyard and zoned SF3, this property can host up to 2 ADUs, offering endless possibilities. With bright modern finishes and generously sized bedrooms, this home is a perfect blend of comfort and style. Explore the seamless flow of this residence, where modern living meets charm in one of Austin's most desirable neighborhoods.
Debuting to the market is the lovely home located in the heart of South Austin in the sought after neighborhood of Brinwood and minutes to the State Capital. Wonderful opportunity to make this two story, four bedroom, two bath with approximately 1880 square feet home your own. Large master bedroom and walking closet, ceramic tile on first floor, carpet upstairs, gas stove. You will love the open and spacious clean blank slate to add your unique touches. Nice size front and back yards with mature trees. No HOA in this community. Fantastic location walking distance to SoCo and Saint Ed's University. 5 minutes from downtown, 10 minutes from Austin International Airport.
Unlock MLS #9765755
Jul 22, 2022
Listed
*
Public Records
Dec 15, 1999
Sold
*
$44/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 1994
Sold
*
$39/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 1965
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,357 (+28.3%)
$391,084 + $117,665
$508,749
2025
$10,411 (−11.0%)
$391,084 + $117,665
$508,749
2024
$11,693 (−29.6%)
$450,000 + $140,000
$590,000
2023
$16,614 (−14.4%)
$450,000 + $468,299
$918,299
2022
$19,405 (+65.9%)
$450,000 + $532,574
$982,574
2021
$11,693 (+15.4%)
$300,000 + $237,212
$537,212
2020
$10,134 (+3.8%)
$300,000 + $155,100
$455,100
2019
$9,761 (−2.9%)
$300,000 + $155,100
$455,100
2018
$10,057 (+6.8%)
$275,000 + $147,148
$422,148
2017
$9,414 (+9.4%)
$215,000 + $170,913
$385,913
2016
$8,606 (+22.6%)
$275,000 + $147,148
$422,148
2014
$7,017 (−1.6%)
$190,000 + $104,893
$294,893
2013
$7,131 (+26.2%)
$190,000 + $104,893
$294,893
2012
$5,651 (−15.1%)
$190,000 + $99,520
$289,520
2011
$6,656 (−4.0%)
2010
$6,935
2009
$6,935
Tax history for 517 Lightsey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,357 (+28.3%)
$391,084 + $117,665
$508,749
2025
$10,411 (−11.0%)
$391,084 + $117,665
$508,749
2024
$11,693 (−29.6%)
$450,000 + $140,000
$590,000
2023
$16,614 (−14.4%)
$450,000 + $468,299
$918,299
2022
$19,405 (+65.9%)
$450,000 + $532,574
$982,574
2021
$11,693 (+15.4%)
$300,000 + $237,212
$537,212
2020
$10,134 (+3.8%)
$300,000 + $155,100
$455,100
2019
$9,761 (−2.9%)
$300,000 + $155,100
$455,100
2018
$10,057 (+6.8%)
$275,000 + $147,148
$422,148
2017
$9,414 (+9.4%)
$215,000 + $170,913
$385,913
2016
$8,606 (+22.6%)
$275,000 + $147,148
$422,148
2014
$7,017 (−1.6%)
$190,000 + $104,893
$294,893
2013
$7,131 (+26.2%)
$190,000 + $104,893
$294,893
2012
$5,651 (−15.1%)
$190,000 + $99,520
$289,520
2011
$6,656 (−4.0%)
2010
$6,935
2009
$6,935
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,680 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,880
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
309924
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
MF-3
Multifamily Residence Medium Density District
Multifamily residence medium density (MF-3) district is the designation for multifamily use with a maximum density of up to 36 units per acre, depending on unit size. An MF-3 district designation may be applied to a use in a multifamily residential area located near supporting transportation and commercial facilities in a centrally located area or in an area for which medium density multifamily use is desired.
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
Jun 26, 2024 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the existing central heating and air conditioning system with or without duct work.
HVAC
Remodel
Jan 11, 2024 • Final
Building
Remove and replace windows with no structural changes.
Remodel
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
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Bathroom
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Bathroom
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Bedroom
Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Features: Breakfast Bar
Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Features: Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Second
Laundry Information
Features: Common Area, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Range, Built-In Gas Range, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Aluminum Frames
Accessibility Features: See Remarks
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: See Remarks
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1879
Lot Size Acres: 0.1879
Lot Features: Front Yard, Private, Rolling Slope, Few Trees
Property Information
Direction Faces: North
Foundation Details: Slab
Updated/Remodeled
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $982,574
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $21,387.48
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Above Ground Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Gas
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,880
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,680 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 309924
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Galindo Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Fulmore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
Travis High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
1/10
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