For Sale House MLS# ACT6684070

2805 S 5th St

Austin, TX 78704

$715,000

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About 2805 S 5th St

Charming and move-in ready, this 78704 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. Don't miss the incredible fenced backyard that includes an attached screened on porch that is the perfect place for evening dinners or watching your favorite sports game and a Cowboy Pool. 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 South Austin Neighborhood 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.

Property details

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
MLS type
Residential
Status
Active
Year built
1956
Stories
One
Living area
1,170 sqft
Price / sqft
$611
Lot
0.1618 AC / 7,048 SF
Full baths
1
Original price
$799,000
MLS #
6684070

Interior

Features
Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Primary Bedroom on Main, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Stackable W/D Connections, Study/Home Office
Appliances
Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Laundry
Laundry Closet,Main Level
Windows
Window Coverings, Window Treatments

Exterior & lot

Features
Garden, Private Yard
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Slab
Lot
Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Private, Many Trees, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate
Patio & porch
Enclosed, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Fence
Fenced, Privacy, Wood
Parking
Attached, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Faces Front
Garage spaces
1

Schools

District
Austin ISD
Elementary
Dawson
Middle
Lively
High
Travis

Utilities

Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Financial

Annual tax
$12,211
Tax year
2025
Parcel
04040401080000
Legal
LOT 26 BLK I OAK RIDGE HEIGHTS SEC 3
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03
County
Travis
Directions
From Barton Springs, south on Dawson Rd. Dawson turns into S. 5th Street. Stay on S. 5th Street and the home will be on your left.

Location

Neighborhood
Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03

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Listed by Lindsay Dillard, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Listing information is provided by the participating MLS / IDX program and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All information should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.