Welcome to your dream project in vibrant East Austin! Zoned SF-3 and on a deep quarter-acre lot, this property is full of possibilities. DEAL ALERT -- Over $100k below TCAD value! Whether you choose to build from the ground up or breathe new life into the cleared-out 1,600 sq ft home, the choice is yours! Location is everything, just a stone’s throw from the scenic Walnut Creek Trail and Govalle Neighborhood Park. With easy access to 183, 290, and all the East Side hotspots, you’ll never be far from the action. Don’t miss this chance to turn your vision into reality in one of Austin’s most sought-after areas! *Buyer to purchase survey*
Pending
Price cut: $100K (9/22)
$299,000
1040 Gardner Rd, Austin, TX 78721
4beds
1,611sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
10,497.96 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Deep quarter-acre lot
- 227 days |
- 60 |
- 0 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 07, 2025 at 06:01pm
Listed by:
Nathan Gogo (512) 217-6103,
Ashley Austin Homes (512) 217-6103
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 9133099
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Walk-in Shower
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: None
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Living Areas, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Washer Hookup, See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,611 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Driveway
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Grip-Accessible Features
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: None
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,497.96 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 02042008120000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Johnston Terrace
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $186/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $518,988
- Annual tax amount: $7,875
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2025 | Pending sale | $299,000$186/sqft |
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| 9/22/2025 | Price change | $299,000-25.1%$186/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $399,000-0.3%$248/sqft |
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| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $400,000-11.1%$248/sqft |
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| 6/15/2025 | Price change | $450,000-10%$279/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $478,805 +10% |
| 2024 | $2,016 +12.7% | $435,277 +10% |
| 2023 | $1,788 -21.1% | $395,706 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,902/mo
Principal & interest
$1458
Property taxes
$339
Home insurance
$105
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Johnston Terrace
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ortega Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Martin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 1/10Eastside Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ortega
- Middle: Martin
- High: Eastside Early College
- District: Austin ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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