505 Lightsey RD, Austin TX 78704
- $580,000
Overview
- Single Family Residence
- 3
- 1
- 1216
- 1964
- 0.161
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.
Interior Features
Living Area
1216
Price per Sqft
476.97
Levels
One
Living Room
2
Flooring
Bamboo, Tile
# Other Level Beds
0
Dining Rooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
1
Fireplace
0
Laundry Location
Laundry Room
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Central, Natural Gas
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Window Features
Window Treatments
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Primary Bedroom on Main
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Free-Standing Range, RNGHD, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Utilities
Utilities
Above Ground, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Exterior Features
Roof
Composition
Waterfront
No
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details
Slab
View
No
Fencing
Fenced, Wood
Water Source
Public
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Spa
Yes
Spa Features
None
Parking Features
Concrete, Driveway
Pool
No
Lot Size
0.16 Acres
Sewer
Public Sewer
Exterior Features
Exterior Steps
School Information
Elementary School
Galindo
Middle School
Lively
High School
Austin
Other Property Details
MLSⓇ ID
6158536
MLS Board
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Direction Faces
North
Community Features
None
Accessibility Features
None
Lot Features
Back Yard, Curbs, Near Public Transit, Split Possible, Sprinkler - In-ground, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Many Trees, Views
FEMA Flood Plain
No
TAX Details*
Annual Tax Amount
$6,284.00
Estimated Taxes
$9,386.00
Listing Details
Data Source
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List Agent MLS ID
728994
List Agent Name
Forrest Hess
Listing Broker
Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Tentative Close Date
2026-03-13T05:00:00.000Z
Off Market Date
2026-02-15
Contractual Search Date / Listed
2026-02-15
Other Details
Pets Allowed
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