$1,200,000

Property Overview

This rare 1900s East Austin home on E 3rd Street puts you steps from Downtown Austin's vibrant core, with Lady Bird Lake, 6th Street entertainment, and Congress Avenue all within walking distance. The main residence offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms across 1,612 square feet of open-plan living, anchored by wood and tile flooring and a primary bedroom on the main level. The detached rear structure adds exceptional flexibility—functioning as a guest suite, home office, creative studio, or income-generating space, complete with its own full bathroom and separate entrance.

The 7,396-square-foot lot showcases mature trees and a fully fenced private yard with a covered rear porch, providing rare outdoor space in the Harrington subdivision's walkable urban core. Current short-term rental performance demonstrates the property's revenue potential, while the option to include furnishings streamlines ownership transition. Two parking spaces, 24-hour security, and proximity to public transit complete the package, positioning this East Austin property at $744 per square foot—competitive with the area's $712 median—for buyers seeking location, character, and operational flexibility.

Vox Real Estate Insight

At Vox Real Estate, we see this E 3rd Street listing as a standout opportunity in East Austin's competitive market because it delivers both the lifestyle proximity buyers crave and the ADU flexibility that's increasingly driving value in Downtown-adjacent neighborhoods. With established STR history and turnkey potential, this property appeals across multiple buyer profiles in a location where walkability to Lady Bird Lake and downtown entertainment commands a premium.

Agent Description

PRIME EAST AUSTIN opportunity just minutes from Downtown! 907 E 3rd delivers the location, character, and flexibility buyers are looking for in one of Austin’s most desirable urban neighborhoods. Zoned SF-3-NP The main residence features a 2-bedroom, 2-bath layout, complemented by a detached rear ADU with its own full bathroom-an incredibly versatile space that can function as a private guest suite, home office, creative studio, fitness space, or additional retreat. (ADU - 534SQFT) Currently operated as a short-term rental, the property offers an opportunity to acquire an established East Austin property with historical STR performance available upon request. All or substantially all furnishings may also be available with the sale, creating the potential for a streamlined, turnkey transition. Step outside and enjoy everything that makes East Austin one of the city’s most sought-after destinations—Downtown Austin, Lady Bird Lake, restaurants, coffee shops, nightlife, entertainment, and some of Austin’s best local experiences are all just minutes away. Rear alley access and dedicated parking add another major convenience this close to the urban core. Whether you’re looking for a primary residence with a separate guest space, an urban Austin retreat, or an investment opportunity in a premier location, 907 E 3rd offers a combination of location and versatility that is increasingly difficult to replicate. Own your piece of East Austin—schedule a private showing today.

Neighborhood: Downtown Austin

This property is located in Downtown Austin, Austin, TX. The area is known for 6th Street Entertainment, Lady Bird Lake, Congress Avenue, High-Rise Living, Walkable Urban Core.

At $744/sqft, this listing is priced 7% above the Downtown Austin median of $696/sqft.

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