2520 S 6th St

$499,000
Price
2
Beds
1,039 Sq. Ft.
$480 / Sq. Ft.
1,039
Sq. Ft.
$480
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Location. Location. Location. This corner lot sits in the heart of South Austin. Huge oak trees surround this home, built in 1948. The lot is backed by the South Austin Tennis Center and surrounding park which also features a public recreation center. Close by is the Shopping and Dining district of South Lamar. Newly opened H-E-B grocery is less than a mile away. Close to downtown Austin and Zilker Park. Ben White Blvd. is minutes away.Location. Location. Location. This corner lot sits in the heart of South Austin. Huge oak trees surround this home, built in 1948. The lot is backed by the South Austin Tennis Center and surrounding park which also features a public recreation center. Close by is the Shopping and Dining district of South Lamar. Newly opened H-E-B grocery is less than a mile away. Close to downtown Austin and Zilker Park. Ben White Blvd. is minutes away.

Property Details for 2520 South 6th Street

Subdivision Name
LA PERLA
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
Park/Greenbelt, Neighborhood
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
305115
Tax Lot
LOT 1 BLK D LA PERLA
LISTING UPDATED: 12/14/2025 03:11 PM

Property Details for 2520 South 6th Street

StatusActive
MLS #7856705
Days on Market274
Taxes$11,271 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,095 SF
CountyTravis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of All City Real Estate Ltd. Co, Ken Vargas, TREC #0623425
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Building Information for 2520 South 6th Street

Stories1Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,095 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,405 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,466

Property Taxes

$939

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2520 South 6th Street

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 3
  • Parking Features: Carport, Driveway, Off Street
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Main Level Master
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Inside, ElectricDryerHookup
  • Restrictions: CityRestrictions, ZoningRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Construction Materials: Asbestos, Brick Veneer, Frame
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Fitness Center, Park, Tennis Courts, Trails Paths, Curbs
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Moderate Trees, Trees Medium Size
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Wall Window Units
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Space Heater
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: CountryKitchen
  • Room Description: Large open kitchen, traditional for the era of construction. There are no appliances, but a sink, small counter and cabinets.
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: EnSuiteBathroom
  • Room Description: This home has two rooms, close together that make up the bath utilities in this house. One room is for the bathtub and shower. Another for the vanity and toilet.
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: None
  • Room Description: Small bedroom with access to rear-side doors. Adjacent to kitchen.
Room 4
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: CeilingFans, NaturalWoodwork
  • Room Description: Largest room in this house is the Living Room, adjacent to front entry. Wood paneling half-way up the walls.
Room 5
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: CeilingFans
  • Room Description: Small, narrow bedroom. No adjoining bathroom, as was common to the era and size of this house.
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 4
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 5
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $622,993
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Rate: 1.81%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Window Bars
  • Directions: From S. Lamar, turn EAST on to W. Oltorf Street for .5 miles. Turn SOUTH on S. 6th Street for .2 miles. House is on the right at the corner of S. 6th and Cumberland Rd.

Property History for 2520 South 6th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 14, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7856705

$499,000
Jun 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7856705

Jun 10, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7856705

$550,000
May 15, 2025

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #7856705

Apr 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7856705

Mar 6, 2025

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #7856705

Feb 12, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7856705

$599,500
Jan 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7856705

$699,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/14/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7856705

$499,000
06/10/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7856705

06/10/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7856705

$550,000
05/15/2025

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #7856705

04/04/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7856705

03/06/2025

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #7856705

02/12/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7856705

$599,500
01/18/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7856705

$699,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2520 South 6th Street

Taxable ValueLand$386,212Additions$209,636Total$595,848
Tax Record2024$14,445 ($1,204 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,039 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,039 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,096 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948CountyTRAVISAPN04030502080000

Schools near 2520 South 6th Street

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Dawson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lively Middle School
Public6 to 8

Travis High School
Public9 to 12

Phoenix Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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2520 South 6th Street is a single family home for sale in Austin, TX 78704. This property was listed for sale on January 18, 2025 by All City Real Estate Ltd. Co, it's currently listed at $499,000. This listing's school district is Austin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Dawson Elementary School, Lively Middle School and Travis High School. 2520 South 6th Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,039 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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Listing Courtesy of All City Real Estate Ltd. Co, Ken Vargas, TREC #0623425

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