Last List Price
3 beds1,698 sqft$459/sqft
501 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Description

Located in the heart of 78704, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,700 square feet of bright, modern living with timeless Austin charm. The open-concept main level features wide-plank flooring, abundant natural light, and a stylish kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a large center island perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite includes direct balcony access, large windows, and a spa-like bathroom with...Located in the heart of 78704, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,700 square feet of bright, modern living with timeless Austin charm. The open-concept main level features wide-plank flooring, abundant natural light, and a stylish kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a large center island perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite includes direct balcony access, large windows, and a spa-like bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard with a covered patio and a detached flex space/studio, ideal for a home office, gym, or creative space. Mature trees, generous outdoor living areas, and thoughtful updates throughout make this home perfect for enjoying the best of Austin indoor-outdoor living. Situated on a quiet street just off of funky, cool South First St. Just minutes from South Lamar, Congress Avenue, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and downtown, this property offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and unbeatable central convenience
LISTING CLOSED: 06/05/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Joseph Yager • TREC #0526904 • Brokerage DRE #528011 • Uptown Realty LLC
    P: (512) 779-5401 C: (512) 779-5401 joe@uraustin.com

Property Details for 501 Lightsey Road

Status
MLS #
5505637
Days on Market
59
Taxes
$13,937 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1963
Lot Size
0.16 AC / 6,764 SF
Subdivision Name
Brinwood Sec 04
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
04070312100000
Tax Lot
19
Tax Block
4
Elementary School
Galindo
Elementary School District
Austin ISD
Middle Or Junior School
Lively
Middle Or Junior School District
Austin ISD
Senior High School
Travis
High School District
Austin ISD
Levels
Two
Master on Main
No
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Num Living
1
Living Area Source
PublicRecords
Year Built Source
PublicRecords
Property Condition
Updated Remodeled
Pool Private
No
Pool Features
None

Location

Listing Courtesy of Uptown Realty LLC, Joseph Yager, TREC #0526904

Sold By Uptown Realty LLC, Joseph Yager, TREC #0526904

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Building Information for 501 Lightsey Road

Stories2Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,764 SF

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Property Information for 501 Lightsey Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Total: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 1
Interior
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Study, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, GasRange, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Features: Inside, LowerLevel, LaundryRoom
  • Restrictions: NoRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: None
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Out back
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 4
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 5
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 6
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 7
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 8
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $681,001
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 2.72%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Security System Owned, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: From South First go east on Lightsey Road. Home is on the right side of Lightsey.

Property History for 501 Lightsey Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jun 5, 2026

Sold

ACTRIS #5505637

May 14, 2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #5505637

May 13, 2026

Pending

ACTRIS #5505637

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/05/2026

Sold

ACTRIS #5505637

05/14/2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #5505637

05/13/2026

Pending

ACTRIS #5505637

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

Public Records for 501 Lightsey Road

Taxable ValueLand$383,458Additions$297,543Total$681,001
Tax Record2025$11,248 ($937 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,765 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963Year Renovated1970CountyTRAVISAPN309932

Schools near 501 Lightsey Road

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 - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Galindo Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lively Middle School
Public6 to 8

Travis High School
Public9 to 12

Leadership Academy
Public8 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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Listing Courtesy of Uptown Realty LLC, Joseph Yager, TREC #0526904

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