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Austin · Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03

$755,000 210 days on market

Reduced from $799,000 · −5.5%

2805 S 5th St, Austin, TX 78704

  • 2bedrooms
  • 1bathrooms
  • 1,170sqft
  • 0.16acres
  • 1956year built

About this home

Charming and move-in ready, this 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. Also, don’t miss the incredible backyard that includes an attached screened on porch that is the perfect place for evening dinners or watching your favorite sports game.
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 a dog 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

Type
Single Family Residence
Levels
One
Year built
1956
Lot size
0.16 acres
Subdivision
Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03
MLS #
ACT6684070

Inside

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Living area
1,170 sqft

Outside / parking

Garage spaces
1

Schools

Elementary
Dawson
High school
Travis
District
Austin ISD

Costs

Est. annual taxes
$12,211 (2025)

Listing

First listed
Oct 10, 2025
Days listed
210
Original price
$799,000
Status
Active

Listed by Lindsay Dillard, Douglas Elliman Real Estate · [email protected] · MLS# ACT6684070 · Active

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