2909 E 5th ST, Austin TX 78702
MLS #244431227 · Berkshire Hathaway TX Realty · Mary Fealkoff
About this home
Discover the possibilities in one of East Austin's most exciting and rapidly evolving neighborhoods with this exceptional redevelopment and investment opportunity at 2909 E 5th Street. Situated on an oversized SF-3-NP zoned lot, this property offers the flexibility to renovate the existing home, build multiple units, or create your next standout project in one of the city's hottest urban corridors. The home is currently leased on a month-to-month basis, providing immediate rental income while you bring your vision to life. Looking for an even bigger opportunity? The neighboring property at 2907 E 5th Street is also available, creating the rare chance to assemble two side-by-side lots in a location where demand continues to grow. Enjoy everything that makes East Austin so desirable, with Plaza Saltillo, Lady Bird Lake, Metz Park, Joe's Bakery, neighborhood cafés, local breweries, live music, acclaimed restaurants, boutiques, and downtown Austin just minutes away. Whether you're an investor, builder, or developer, opportunities like this don't come around often, offering exceptional redevelopment potential in one of Austin's most vibrant neighborhoods.
Property details
- Property type
- Residential · SingleFamilyResidence
- Status
- Active
- Year built
- 1945
- Full baths
- 1
- Lot size
- 0.1558
- Subdivision
- Hartwell Add
- MLS area
- 5
- MLS #
- 244431227
Features
Interior features
- See Remarks
Exterior features
- See Remarks
- Private Yard
Additional details
- Parking
- Driveway
- Garage spaces
- 0
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
- Annual tax
- $8,000
Location
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Schools
Assigned schools per the MLS.
- School district
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Brooke
- Middle
- Martin
- High
- Eastside Early College
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Getting around
- Downtown Austin
- 2.2 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport
- 4.8 mi
Straight-line distance, not drive time.
Market insights
Compared with 384 active homes in ZIP 78702 · HomeLocating listings
At $399,000, this home is priced 40% below the $667,450 median across 384 active homes in ZIP 78702.
Estimated monthly payment
Home price
$399,000
Down payment
20% ($79,800)
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.50%
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