Charming and move-in ready, this South Austin bungalow perfectly blends vintage Austin character with modern updates. This adorable single-story home offers two bedrooms, one updated full bathroom, and a 192 sq. ft. detached backhouse/office (included in the main home’s square footage). Built in 2019, the detached unit features oak flooring, abundant natural light, and a mini-split system for heating and cooling—perfect for an office, studio, or guest space. Also, don't miss the incredible backyard that includes an attached screened on porch that is the perfect place for evening dinners or watching your favorite sports game. Ideally located just minutes from Zilker Park, Barton Springs, the Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail, and a variety of popular restaurants and shops, including Mattie’s, AGBG Brewery, Loro, Cosmic Coffee, and Toss Pizzeria. Enjoy thoughtful details throughout, including an open floor plan, updated kitchen and bathroom, and a custom-built closet in the primary bedroom. Step outside to the lush, private backyard featuring a screened-in porch, cowboy pool, raised garden beds, and wooden fencing—a serene retreat for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Additional highlights include an attached one-car garage, an additional covered parking space next to the garage for a car, scooter, or bike, and a dog park conveniently located just down the street. This South Austin gem offers the perfect combination of urban convenience and peaceful charm—everything you’ve been looking for and more. The main home is 978 square feet and the backhouse/office is 192 square feet.
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Price cut: $5K (3/18)
$760,000
2805 S 5th St, Austin, TX 78704
2beds
1,170sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
7,048.01 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$650/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open floor planIncredible backyardLush private backyardAttached one-car garageAbundant natural lightRaised garden bedsCowboy pool
- 181 days |
- 932 |
- 36 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 22, 2026 at 12:01pm
Listed by:
Lindsay Dillard (512) 636-7969,
Douglas Elliman Real Estate (512) 866-3795,
Diane Dillard (512) 426-4368,
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 6684070
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tile Counters, Full Bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Granite Counters, Galley Type Kitchen, Open to Family Room
- Level: Main
Office
- Description: The backhouse/ADU is a great office space or work out room. Flexible for any buyers needs.
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Primary Bedroom on Main, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Stackable W/D Connections, Study/Home Office
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings, Window Treatments
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,170 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced, Privacy, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,048.01 Square Feet
- Features: See Remarks, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Private, Many Trees, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 04040401080000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $650/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $616,162
- Annual tax amount: $12,211
- Date on market: 10/10/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2026 | Price change | $760,000-0.7%$650/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $765,000-1.3%$654/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Price change | $775,000-3%$662/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000+11.7%$683/sqft |
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| 8/26/2021 | Sold | -- |
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| 7/13/2021 | Pending sale | $715,000$611/sqft |
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| 7/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $715,000+70.2%$611/sqft |
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| 4/4/2016 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/16/2016 | Pending sale | $420,000$359/sqft |
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| 2/6/2016 | Listed for sale | $420,000+10.8%$359/sqft |
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| 10/3/2014 | Listing removed | $379,000$324/sqft |
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| 9/15/2014 | Pending sale | $379,000$324/sqft |
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| 9/12/2014 | Price change | $379,000-5%$324/sqft |
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| 9/2/2014 | Price change | $399,000-6.1%$341/sqft |
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| 8/31/2014 | Price change | $425,000-5.6%$363/sqft |
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| 8/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $450,000$385/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,054 -19.7% | $616,162 -17.9% |
| 2024 | $12,512 -8.6% | $750,105 -15.5% |
| 2023 | $13,688 -3.9% | $888,136 +9% |
| 2022 | $14,250 | $814,718 +71% |
| 2021 | -- | $476,520 +10% |
| 2020 | $8,714 +3.7% | $433,200 |
| 2019 | $8,402 +5.1% | $433,200 +3.1% |
| 2018 | $7,994 | $420,000 +5.4% |
| 2017 | $7,994 +30.8% | $398,307 +14.8% |
| 2016 | $6,111 | $346,851 +4.1% |
| 2015 | $6,111 | $333,170 +19.7% |
| 2014 | $6,111 | $278,300 +10% |
| 2013 | -- | $253,000 +10% |
| 2012 | -- | $230,000 -6.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $245,726 -5.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $259,219 |
| 2009 | -- | $259,219 +28.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $201,435 +10.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $182,880 -6.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $194,728 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,561/mo
Principal & interest
$3636
Property taxes
$925
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Galindo
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Dawson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Fulmore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Travis High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dawson
- Middle: Lively
- High: Travis
- District: Austin ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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