505 Lightsey

Austin, TX 78704 · Travis County

$580,000Price
3Beds
505 Lightsey
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Description

Welcome to life in the 04—because if you know, you know. This is one of Austin’s most coveted zip codes, and this home sits right in the heart of it with an incredible location and downtown skyline views from the backyard. Yes, that skyline. The house itself is a vibe: a stylish, well-loved 3-bedroom, 1-bath home that feels warm, creative, and undeniably Austin. It’s absolutely livable as-is, with great character and flow, while still leaving room for thoughtful upgrades to make it your own and add serious value over time. This is the kind of place you move into and slowly perfect—not a project you dread. Step outside and you’ll find a huge backyard, complete with a limestone patio and a cowboy pool—a perfect setup for laid-back afternoons, entertaining friends, or cooling off after a long day. And if you’re thinking long-term, the lot also offers the rare opportunity to eventually tear down and build a two-story home that would unlock some of the most stunning views Austin has to offer. Location? Unreal. Walk to St. Edward’s, Cosmic, Music Lane, and all the restaurants, trails, and culture that make the 04 legendary. Plus, new school zoning places this home in Austin High, a huge bonus for the area. An independent appraisal dated 11/25 values the home at $590,000, and it’s priced aggressively to sell. Opportunities like this don’t wait—make your move before someone else claims one of the best values in 78704.

Contact Agent

C
Col Realty
Col Realty
(512) 699-3810

Property Details

StatusActive
MLS #ACT218503424
Taxes$6,284 (2025) / year
TypeResidential
Year Built1964
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,013 SF
CountyTravis
SubdivisionBrinwood Sec 04

Property Information

Interior

Breakfast BarPrimary Bedroom on Main

Exterior

Exterior Steps

Appliances

DishwasherGas RangeGas OvenFree-Standing RangeRNGHDRefrigeratorWater Heater

Community

None

Parking

ConcreteDriveway

Utilities & Construction

Heat: Central, Natural GasAC: Central AirBamboo, TileRoof: CompositionFoundation: Slab
🏊 Pool

Directions: Congress or South 1st to Lightsey. House on South side of Street

Location

Property History

DateEventPrice
Feb 15, 2026 Listed (Active) · MLS# ACT218503424 $580,000

Full transaction history may not be available. Data sourced from ACTRIS MLS.

Public Records

Tax Record 2025$6,284
Year Built1964
Beds3
Lot Size7,013 Sq. Ft.
StyleResidential
CountyTRAVIS
MLS #ACT218503424

Schools

E
Galindo
Public · Elementary · Serves this home
M
Lively
Public · Middle School · Serves this home
H
Austin
Public · High School · Serves this home

Please verify enrollment eligibility directly with schools.

$580,000
505 Lightsey, Austin, TX

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