Active · MLS# 6684070

2805 S 5th St

Austin, TX, 78704

$715,000

2 Beds · 1 Baths · 1,170 SF · $611/SF

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

Living area

1,170 sq ft

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

1 full

Year built

1956

Lot size

0.1618 acres

Garage

1 spaces

Subdivision

Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03

County

Travis

Annual taxes

$12,211

Schools

Elementary

Dawson

Middle

Lively

High

Travis

Features

Interior

Breakfast Bar · Ceiling Fan(s) · Recessed Lighting · Primary Bedroom on Main · No Interior Steps · Open Floorplan · Stackable W/D Connections · Study/Home Office

Exterior

Garden · Private Yard

Flooring

Laminate · Tile

Heating

Central · Electric

Cooling

Central Air · Electric

Views

None

Listing courtesy of Lindsay Dillard, Douglas Elliman Real Estate. Information is provided by Unlock MLS (Austin Board of Realtors) and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Adrian Salas is not the listing agent for this property unless otherwise stated.