Sold
Last List Price
3 beds1,216 sqft$477/sqft
505 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 78704
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,013 sq ftLot Size
1964Year Built
$477/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

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.
  • Listed by: Forrest Hess 830.609.8597 forrest@forresthess.com TREC #0728994 Brokerage DRE #579589 • Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing closed: 03/13/2026 12:00 AM • Source: ACTRIS, MLS#: 6158536

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

Sold By ENRG Global Realty, LLC, Miles Cohn, TREC #0771014

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Property Information for 505 Lightsey Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,284 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • 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
  • 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: Austin
  • High School District: Austin ISD
  • Levels: One
  • Master on Main: Yes
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Num Living: 2
  • Living Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
  • Property Condition: Updated Remodeled
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa Features: None
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 7,013 SF
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
Mar 13, 2026

Sold

ACTRIS #6158536

Feb 19, 2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #6158536

Feb 15, 2026

Pending

ACTRIS #6158536

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2026

Sold

ACTRIS #6158536

02/19/2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #6158536

02/15/2026

Pending

ACTRIS #6158536

For completeness, we 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 - 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 505 Lightsey Road, Austin, TX 78704
$580,000
3
1,216
7,013
1
1,162
7,187
$899,000
3
1,650
6,486
$547,200
4
1,824
7,056
2
1,415
6,286
$740,000
4
1,980
6,325

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

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