505 Lightsey Rd

1,216 Sq. Ft.
$477 / Sq. Ft.
1,216
Sq. Ft.
$477
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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 offer. Location? Unreal. Walk to St. Edward’s, Cosmic, Music Lane, and all the restaurants, trails, and culture that make the 04 legendary. Plus, new school zoning places this home in Austin High, a huge bonus for the area. An independent appraisal dated 11/25 values the home at $590,000, and it’s priced aggressively to sell. Opportunities like this don’t wait—make your move before someone else claims one of the best values in 78704.
  1. Listed by Forrest Hess • TREC #0728994 • Brokerage DRE #579589 • Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
    P: (830)-609-8597 C: (830)-609-8597 forrest@forresthess.com

Property Details for 505 Lightsey Road

Subdivision Name
Brinwood Sec 04
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
04070312080000
Tax Lot
21

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Property Details for 505 Lightsey Road

StatusActive
MLS #6158536
Days on Market1
Taxes$6,284 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1964
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,013 SF
CountyTravis County

Location

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Building Information for 505 Lightsey Road

Stories1Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,013 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,350 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,827

Property Taxes

$524

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 505 Lightsey Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Main Level Master
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, FreeStandingRange, GasOven, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, Refrigerator, RangeHood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Laundry Features: LaundryRoom
  • Restrictions: CityRestrictions, DeedRestrictions, ZoningRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Steps
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None, Curbs
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Near Public Transit, Many Trees, Sprinklers In Ground, Split Possible, Trees Large Size, Views
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground Utilities, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: ExposureShade, Thermostat
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $411,568
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 2.05%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: None
  • Directions: Congress or South 1st to Lightsey. House on South side of Street

Property History for 505 Lightsey Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Feb 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6158536

$580,000
Jan 9, 2019

Sold

ACTRIS #1880917

Dec 10, 2018

Pending

ACTRIS #1880917

$379,995
Aug 8, 2018

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1880917

$424,900
Mar 18, 1999

Sold

ACTRIS #493389

Feb 21, 1999

Pending

ACTRIS #493389

$89,500
Feb 13, 1999

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #493389

$89,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/05/2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6158536

$580,000
01/09/2019

Sold

ACTRIS #1880917

12/10/2018

Pending

ACTRIS #1880917

$379,995
08/08/2018

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #1880917

$424,900
03/18/1999

Sold

ACTRIS #493389

02/21/1999

Pending

ACTRIS #493389

$89,500
02/13/1999

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #493389

$89,500

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

Public Records for 505 Lightsey Road

Taxable ValueLand$385,397Additions$26,171Total$411,568
Tax Record2024$8,735 ($728 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,216 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,216 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,996 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964CountyTRAVISAPN04070312080000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 505 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 - 7 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
Public7 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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505 Lightsey Road is a single family home for sale in Austin, TX 78704. This property was listed for sale on February 5, 2026 by Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty, it's currently listed at $580,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on January 9, 2019. This listing's school district is Austin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Galindo Elementary School, Lively Middle School and Travis High School. 505 Lightsey Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,216 sqft single family home built in 1964.

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Listing Courtesy of Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Forrest Hess, TREC #0728994

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