505 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Winans
Listed by: forrest hess
Office: kuper sotheby's int'l realty
MLS#:6158536
Source:ACTRIS
505 Lightsey Rd,Austin, TX 78704
$580,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,216 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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Price summary

  • Price:$580,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$476.97

About this home

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

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Home facts

  • Year built:1964
  • Listing ID #:6158536
  • Updated:February 12, 2026 at 06:28 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Living area:1,216 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central
  • Heating:Central, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1964
  • Building area:1,216 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.16 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Austin
  • Elementary school:Galindo

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$580,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$476.97
  • Tax amount:$6,284 (2025)
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