For Sale House MLS# ACT3738812

401 W Live Oak St

Austin, TX 78704

$1,180,000

About 401 W Live Oak St

Rare income-producing and redevelopment opportunity in highly desirable 78704! Situated on an approximately 8,612 SF (.198-acre) corner lot in a prime Central Austin location, this versatile property features three separate living spaces and approximately $6,600 per month ($79,200 annually) in current gross rental income, offering an exceptional opportunity for an investor, owner-occupant, or builder.

The main home, approximately 1,104 SF, offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. A separate rear building includes two additional living spaces: an approximately 879 SF upstairs 2-bedroom, 1-bath Unit A, currently leased to long-term tenants, and an approximately 550 SF furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment, Unit B, currently operated as a short-term rental (STR). Both rear units may offer potential for short-term rental use, subject to buyer verification of applicable city regulations, permitting, and requirements. Owner pays utilities.

The property offers income from day one with meaningful value-add potential. Unit A has not been updated, creating an opportunity to renovate and potentially increase rental income. Numerous improvements have been completed throughout the property, enhancing its immediate income-producing appeal.

For investors, the property can be held as an income-producing property, renovated to maximize rental income, or explored for future redevelopment. The 8,612 SF corner lot may offer potential for three separate residences, subject to buyer verification of zoning, permitting, and development requirements. The flexible layout provides options for maximizing current income and future value.

Ideally located just minutes from Downtown Austin, with easy access to South Congress, South Lamar, Lady Bird Lake, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an income-producing property with multiple paths for future upside in one of Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Property details

Property

MLS type
Residential
Status
Active
Year built
1954
Stories
One
Living area
2,533 sqft
Price / sqft
$466
Lot
0.1977 AC / 8,611 SF
Full baths
4
Original price
$1,180,000
MLS #
3738812

Interior

Appliances
Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
Flooring
Tile, Wood

Exterior & lot

Roof
Membrane, Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Lot
Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Level
Patio & porch
Covered, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Fence
Block, Wood
Parking
Asphalt, Gravel, Outside

Schools

District
Austin ISD
Elementary
Travis Hts
Middle
Lively
High
Travis

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Financial

Annual tax
$14,687
Tax year
2026
Parcel
04030102120000
Legal
LOT 1 SHELTON WILLIE I SUBD
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
Shelton Willie I
County
Travis
Directions
From Downtown: Take S. 1st St. south. Turn left on W. Live Oak St. Property will be on the right. From TX-71: Take S. Congress Ave. north, turn left on W. Live Oak St. Property will be on the left. Parking is easiest from Wilson St., with a driveway that accommodates several cars.

Location

Neighborhood
Shelton Willie I

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Listed by Alexa Kanelos, Compass RE Texas, LLC

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.