Austin, TX 78745
Private Retreat with Guesthouse, Greenbelt Views + Wellness Amenities and a spaciouse chicken run set up. Tucked into a canopy of mature trees on a .34-acre lot, this home offers a rare blend of privacy, character, and flexibility in one of South Austin’s most accessible locations. Positioned between South Congress and South 1st, just south of 290, you get the convenience of central living with a true neighborhood feel. Backing to a greenbelt, the property feels like a hidden retreat. The main house, originally built in 1935, features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with warm, inviting spaces that reflect classic Austin charm. An extended screened-in porch creates seamless indoor-outdoor living, while a spiral staircase leads to a spacious upper-level flex room, ideal for a game room, gym, office, or second living area. The detached 744 sq ft guesthouse includes a bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, and private porch, offering incredible versatility for guests, work-from-home, or income potential. The guest house has been consistenly rented on Airbnb with 5 Star ratings, bringing on average $2500 +/month for the past 5 years. Outside, the “Zen Den” lifestyle comes to life with a hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge set within a lush, private yard. Surrounded by mature oak and fruit trees and backing to green space, this is a property designed for both connection and reset. Located in a close-knit neighborhood and 5 doors down from local favorites and the iconic Cathedral of Junk, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly unique South Austin property.
| MLS ID | 9528947 | |
| Status | Active | |
| Days Active | 14 | |
| Est. Tax | 18929.25 | |
| Lot Size | 0.345 | |
| Years Built | 1935 | |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 | |
| 1st Floor Bedrooms | 4 | |
| Full Baths | 3 | |
| Half Baths | 0 | |
| Square Feet | 3172 | |
| Price Per SqFt | $378.31 | |
| Garage Spaces | 2 | |
| Fireplace(s) | 0 | |
| Fireplace Info | ||
| Flooring | No Carpet, Wood | |
| Stories | Two | |
| Pool | No | |
| Courtesy of | Congress Realty, Inc. (888) 881-4118 | |
| Subdivision | Oldham Add | |
| City | Austin | |
| County | Travis | |
| HOA | ||
| HOA Fee | $ / | |
| Water Front | No | |
| Roof | MetalMetal | |
| Construction | ||
| Foundation | Pillar/Post/Pier | |
| Fencing | Back Yard, Barbed Wire, Privacy, Wire | |
| Elementary School | St Elmo | |
| Elementary District | Austin ISD | |
| Middle School | Bedichek | |
| Middle District | Austin ISD | |
| High School | Travis | |
| High District | Austin ISD | |
| Appliances | Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Washer/DryerCooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Washer/Dryer | |
| Heating | Electric, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas, Solar | |
| Cooling | Central Air | |
| Exterior Features | Balcony, Garden, Private Entrance, RV Hookup | |
| Lot Features | Back to Park/Greenbelt, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Private, Sprinkler - Automatic, Sprinkler - In-ground, Sprinkler - Rain Sensor, Many Trees, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft) | |
| Community Features | None | |
| Patio Features | Deck, Front Porch, Screened | |
| Structures | Guest House, Poultry Coop, RV/Boat Storage | |
| Interior Features | 2 Primary Baths, Bidet, Breakfast Bar, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s) | |
| Fencing Features | Back Yard, Barbed Wire, Privacy, Wire | |
| Parking Features | Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking | |