2609 South 3rd Street | Vintage Bungalow in Prime South Austin Location Located just off vibrant South 1st Street, 2609 South 3rd offers a rare opportunity in the heart of South Austin. Built in 1947, this charming 1,176-square-foot bungalow sits on a 0.18-acre lot under a canopy of mature trees—an ideal setting for investors, builders, or buyers looking to reimagine or expand. The home’s current layout features two bedrooms, one updated full bath, and flexible living spaces that feel light-filled and inviting. Thoughtful updates include an improved kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry, blending seamlessly with the home’s vintage charm. A spacious living room and dining area highlight wood-style flooring, unique built-ins, and a series of windows that bring the outdoors in. The lot offers ample front outdoor space shaded by heritage oaks, creating a peaceful, low-maintenance setting with room for gathering or expansion. Set toward the rear of the property, the home maximizes the usable outdoor footprint at the front, offering creative possibilities for further personalization. Located just minutes from downtown Austin, Zilker Park, and the best of South Congress and South 1st dining, shopping, and entertainment, this property offers a coveted South Austin lifestyle—and outstanding potential for redevelopment or investment.
Active under contract
$695,000
2609 S 3rd St, Austin, TX 78704
2beds
1,176sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,884.36 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unique built-insStainless steel appliancesFront outdoor spacePeaceful low-maintenance settingDining areaHeritage oaksFlexible living spaces
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 16, 2025 at 12:59pm
Listed by:
Chris Long (512) 289-6300,
Compass RE Texas, LLC (512) 575-3644,
Meredith Hill (512) 438-9549,
Compass RE Texas, LLC
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 9874553

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Features
- Bookcases, Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,884.36 Square Feet
- Features: Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 04040411030000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Oak Ridge Heights Sec 01
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $713,796
- Annual tax amount: $14,146
- Date on market: 4/26/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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