2805 S 5th St

$775,000
Price
2
Beds
978 Sq. Ft.
$792 / Sq. Ft.
978
Sq. Ft.
$792
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming and move-in ready, this South Austin bungalow perfectly blends vintage Austin character with modern updates. This adorable single-story home offers two bedrooms, one updated full bathroom, and a 196 sq. ft. detached ADU/backhouse (not included in the main home’s square footage). Built in 2019, the detached unit features oak flooring, abundant natural light, and a mini-split system for heating and cooling—perfect for an office, studio, or guest space. Also, don't miss the incredible backyard...Charming and move-in ready, this South Austin bungalow perfectly blends vintage Austin character with modern updates. This adorable single-story home offers two bedrooms, one updated full bathroom, and a 196 sq. ft. detached ADU/backhouse (not included in the main home’s square footage). Built in 2019, the detached unit features oak flooring, abundant natural light, and a mini-split system for heating and cooling—perfect for an office, studio, or guest space. Also, don't miss the incredible backyard that includes an attached screened on porch that is the perfect place for evening dinners or watching your favorite sports game. Ideally located just minutes from Zilker Park, Barton Springs, the Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail, and a variety of popular restaurants and shops, including Mattie’s, AGBG Brewery, Loro, Cosmic Coffee, and Toss Pizzeria. Enjoy thoughtful details throughout, including an open floor plan, updated kitchen and bathroom, and a custom-built closet in the primary bedroom. Step outside to the lush, private backyard featuring a screened-in porch, cowboy pool, raised garden beds, and wooden fencing—a serene retreat for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Additional highlights include an attached one-car garage, an additional covered parking space next to the garage for a car, scooter, or bike, and a dog park conveniently located just down the street. This South Austin gem offers the perfect combination of urban convenience and peaceful charm—everything you’ve been looking for and more.
  1. Listed by Lindsay Dillard • TREC #0638290 • Brokerage DRE #9008706 • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (512)-636-7969 C: (512)-636-7969 lindsay.dillard@elliman.com
  2. Listed by Diane Dillard • TREC #0421592 • Brokerage DRE #9008706 • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (512)-426-4368 C: (512)-426-4368 diane.dillard@elliman.com

Property Details for 2805 South 5th Street

Subdivision Name
Oak Ridge Heights Sec 03
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
04040401080000
Tax Lot
26
LISTING UPDATED: 11/17/2025 11:57 AM

Property Details for 2805 South 5th Street

StatusActive
MLS #6684070
Days on Market83
Taxes$12,211 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,048 SF
CountyTravis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Lindsay Dillard, TREC #0638290; Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Diane Dillard, TREC #0421592
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Building Information for 2805 South 5th Street

Stories1Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,048 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,847 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,830

Property Taxes

$1,018

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2805 South 5th Street

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Door Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Master, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced, Privacy, Wood
  • Direction Faces: Northwest
  • Window Features: WindowCoverings, WindowTreatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Moderate Trees, Private, Many Trees, See Remarks, Trees Medium Size
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: BreakfastBar, GalleyKitchen, GraniteCounters, KitchenIsland, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Room 2
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: EnSuiteBathroom, TileCounters
Room 3
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: CeilingFans
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $616,162
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 1.98%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: None
  • Directions: From Barton Springs, south on Dawson Rd. Dawson turns into S. 5th Street. Stay on S. 5th Street and the home will be on your left.

Property History for 2805 South 5th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 14, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #6684070

$775,000
Oct 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6684070

$799,000
Aug 26, 2021

Sold

ACTRIS #7307787

Jul 12, 2021

Pending

ACTRIS #7307787

Jul 8, 2021

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7307787

$715,000
Apr 1, 2016

Sold

ACTRIS #1422430

Feb 15, 2016

Pending

ACTRIS #1422430

$420,000
Feb 6, 2016

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1422430

$420,000
Oct 3, 2014

Sold

ACTRIS #7157222

Sep 12, 2014

Pending

ACTRIS #7157222

$379,000
Aug 19, 2014

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7157222

$450,000
Aug 30, 2011

Sold

ACTRIS #5807090

Jul 28, 2011

Pending

ACTRIS #5807090

$249,000
Jul 21, 2011

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5807090

$249,000
Jun 22, 2009

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #4251531

$295,900
Jun 10, 2009

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4251531

$295,900
Apr 24, 2006

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #6271135

$299,900
Apr 13, 2006

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6271135

$299,900
Jan 18, 2001

Sold

ACTRIS #568094

Dec 17, 2000

Pending

ACTRIS #568094

$124,900
Dec 15, 2000

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #568094

$124,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #6684070

$775,000
10/10/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6684070

$799,000
08/26/2021

Sold

ACTRIS #7307787

07/12/2021

Pending

ACTRIS #7307787

07/08/2021

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7307787

$715,000
04/01/2016

Sold

ACTRIS #1422430

02/15/2016

Pending

ACTRIS #1422430

$420,000
02/06/2016

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1422430

$420,000
10/03/2014

Sold

ACTRIS #7157222

09/12/2014

Pending

ACTRIS #7157222

$379,000
08/19/2014

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7157222

$450,000
08/30/2011

Sold

ACTRIS #5807090

07/28/2011

Pending

ACTRIS #5807090

$249,000
07/21/2011

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5807090

$249,000
06/22/2009

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #4251531

$295,900
06/10/2009

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4251531

$295,900
04/24/2006

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #6271135

$299,900
04/13/2006

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6271135

$299,900
01/18/2001

Sold

ACTRIS #568094

12/17/2000

Pending

ACTRIS #568094

$124,900
12/15/2000

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #568094

$124,900

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

Public Records for 2805 South 5th Street

Taxable ValueLand$385,824Additions$230,338Total$616,162
Tax Record2024$12,512 ($1,043 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt978 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt978 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,048 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyTRAVISAPN04040401080000

Schools near 2805 South 5th 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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2805 South 5th Street is a single family home for sale in Austin, TX 78704. This property was listed for sale on October 10, 2025 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $775,000. It has been on the market for a total of 83 days and was last sold on August 26, 2021. This listing's school district is Austin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Dawson Elementary School, Lively Middle School and Travis High School. 2805 South 5th Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 978 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Lindsay Dillard, TREC #0638290; Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Diane Dillard, TREC #0421592

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