Property Overview

This architecturally distinctive property at 640 Tillery Street in East Austin represents a rare opportunity to own a creative statement in one of the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. Designed and built by an artist, the structure showcases soaring ceilings, flowing open-plan interiors, and dramatic glass garage doors that blur the boundary between indoor and outdoor space. The 3,000 square foot mixed-use property functions beautifully as both residential and commercial space, offering flexibility for entrepreneurs, creative professionals, or lifestyle brands seeking an authentic East Austin presence.

Positioned on a wide, walkable street moments from the thriving East 6th Street corridor and Cesar Chavez, 640 Tillery Street sits at the epicenter of the neighborhood's arts renaissance. Currently generating strong income from a stable tenant, the property delivers immediate cash flow while positioning owners to capitalize on the area's rapid evolution. The location affords proximity to top-tier restaurants, breweries, and galleries that define East Austin's cultural identity, making it equally compelling for those seeking a distinctive live-work environment or a flagship concept space.

Priced at $665 per square foot, this property reflects the premium that East Austin's creative corridor commands. The CS-MU-CO-NP zoning provides flexibility for future uses, whether as a design studio, coffee operation, wellness destination, or hospitality showcase. This is East Austin architecture with purpose and vision.

Agent Description

A rare architectural statement in the heart of East Austin’s creative corridor, 640 Tillery Street offers investors, visionaries, and lifestyle brands a one-of-a-kind opportunity to anchor themselves in one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods. Currently occupied with a strong tenant and delivering a healthy cap rate, this multi-zoned commercial mixed-use property (CS-MU-CO-NP) combines income stability with incredible future potential. Designed and built by an artist, the structure itself is a work of art — featuring extra-high ceilings, expansive open-plan interiors, and glass garage doors that dissolve the boundary between indoor and outdoor living. Set on a wide street just moments from East 6th Street and Cesar Chavez, this property is ideal for a flagship concept — a brand’s Austin home base, studio headquarters, or hospitality showcase. Think coffee roaster meets creative studio, design atelier meets tasting room, or a wellness brand seeking a destination that feels distinctly Austin. The setting offers ample street presence, flexible floorplans, and private landscaped grounds that invite gatherings, pop-ups, or everyday creativity. This is a rare chance to secure a live/work/flex property that embodies the soul of Austin’s east side. Surrounded by acclaimed coffee shops, art galleries, local breweries, and culinary innovators, this location places your brand or investment at the center of where culture happens. Highlights • Prime East Austin mixed-use corridor • Zoned CS-MU-CO-NP (Commercial Services / Mixed-Use / Conditional Overlay / Neighborhood Plan) • Currently leased with tenant paying utilities and property taxes • Architect-designed with soaring ceilings and open concept interiors • Ground-floor glass garage doors open to landscaped outdoor space • Perfect for flagship retail, creative studios, boutique hospitality, or brand HQ • Minutes to East 6th, Cesar Chavez, and downtown Austin.

Neighborhood: East Austin

This property is located in East Austin, Austin, TX. The area is known for Thriving Arts Scene, Top Restaurants & Breweries, Historic Homes, Modern New Construction, Cultural Diversity.

At $665/sqft, this listing is priced 28% above the East Austin median of $519/sqft.

Property Details

Listing data last updated: March 25, 2026

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