555 E 5th St, Unit 521

1,245 Sq. Ft.
$402 / Sq. Ft.
1,245
Sq. Ft.
$402
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The most updated and one of the lowest price per square foot condo in all of Austin. Don’t miss out on this excellent investment! A recently updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the 555 Condos in the heart of Downtown Austin. Spanning 1,245 square feet, this unit features brand new 7” wide white oak wood floors throughout. The open floor plan boasts 10ft high ceilings, recessed lighting, and a large window wall with motorized sun-shades. The primary bedroom offers a massive walk-in closet and large...The most updated and one of the lowest price per square foot condo in all of Austin. Don’t miss out on this excellent investment! A recently updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the 555 Condos in the heart of Downtown Austin. Spanning 1,245 square feet, this unit features brand new 7” wide white oak wood floors throughout. The open floor plan boasts 10ft high ceilings, recessed lighting, and a large window wall with motorized sun-shades. The primary bedroom offers a massive walk-in closet and large bathroom. An updated kitchen includes a new Bosch stainless refrigerator, high-end stainless gas cooktop, recent updates to the kitchen cabinets which now span to the ceiling. The kitchen includes a statement quartzite island, while the rest of the counters are outfitted in granite. Enjoy the convenience of the new, stainless LG washer and dryer. Furthermore, you'll have access to your own private balcony. You also get two storage units—one on the 5th floor and one in the garage. The unit also includes a coveted parking space in a private, residents-only garage. The condo is staffed by 24-hour concierge and security service for peace of mind. Other building amenities, shared with the Hilton hotel, include a fitness center, rooftop lounge and heated salt water pool, Starbucks, Austin Taco Project and more. Located in downtown Austin, you can walk to dining options like Moonshine and others, entertainment, Whole Foods, Target and even the Capital. Discover the perfect blend of luxury and convenience in this exceptional condo.
  1. Listed by Julie Morton • TREC #0750855 • BHGRE Gary Greene
    P: (832)-401-2908 C: (832)-401-2908 juliemichellemorton@gmail.com

Property Details for 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

Subdivision Name
Five Fifty 05 Condo Amd
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
City
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
02040420120000
Tax Lot
521
LISTING UPDATED: 03/30/2026 01:16 PM

Property Details for 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

StatusActive
MLS #4397769
Days on Market228
Pet Policy-
Taxes$11,877 / year
HOA Fees$1,054 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condominium
Year Built2004
CountyTravis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of BHGRE Gary Greene, Julie Morton, TREC #0750855
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Building Information for 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

Building/Complex555 E 5th StFloor-Stories1Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built2004

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Property Information for 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Total: 1
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 1
Interior
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Main Level Master, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Walk In Closets, High Speed Internet, Programmable Thermostat
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Dryer, WasherDryerStacked, Dishwasher, EnergyStarQualifiedRefrigerator, ElectricWaterHeater, FreeStandingGasOven, GasCooktop, Disposal, GasOven, Microwave, Refrigerator, RangeHood, StainlessSteelAppliances, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Features: LaundryCloset, InUnit, WasherHookup, DryerHookup, ElectricDryerHookup, Stacked
  • Restrictions: DeedRestrictions, RestrictiveCovenant, SeeRemarks
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, No Exterior Steps, Uncovered Courtyard
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Balcony
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Fencing: None
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Business Center, Bar Lounge, Bicycle Storage, Concierge, Common Grounds/Area, Courtyard, Fitness Center, Gated, Internet Access, Laundry Service, Maintenance On-Site, Package Service, Pool, Planned Social Activities, Restaurant, Rooftop Lounge, Sauna, Storage Facilities
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: City Lot
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Fiber Optic Available, Sewer Available
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
  • Green Sustainability: OnsiteRecyclingCenter
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Name: The 5 Fifty Five COA
  • Association Fee Includes: CommonAreaMaintenance, Gas, Heat, HotWater, MaintenanceGrounds, MaintenanceStructure, Sewer, Security, Trash, Water
  • Association Amenities: Concierge
  • Tax Assessed Value: $599,281
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 2.23%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Gated With Guard, Secured Garage/Parking, 24 Hour Security, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: Located in the Hilton Austin Downtown, please enter through the residence entrance on 5th Street.

Property History for 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Mar 23, 2026

Price Change

ACTRIS #4397769

$499,999
Feb 16, 2026

Price Change

ACTRIS #4397769

$525,000
Oct 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4397769

$550,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/23/2026

Price Change

ACTRIS #4397769

$499,999
02/16/2026

Price Change

ACTRIS #4397769

$525,000
10/31/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4397769

$550,000

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

Public Records for 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

Taxable ValueLand$65,285Additions$617,858Total$683,143
Tax Record2024$9,743 ($812 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,245 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,245 SqFtStories1Lot Size131 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built2004CountyTRAVISAPN02040420120000

Schools near 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521

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

O Henry Middle School
Public6 to 8

Austin High School
Public9 to 12

Greenleaf NCC
Charter12

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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555 East 5th Street, Unit 521 is a condo for sale in Austin, TX 78701. This property was listed for sale on October 8, 2025 by BHGRE Gary Greene, it's currently listed at $499,999. It has been on the market for a total of 228 days and was last sold on October 28, 2021. This listing's school district is Austin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Mathews Elementary School, O Henry Middle School and Austin High School. 555 East 5th Street, Unit 521 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 1,245 sqft condo built in 2004.

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Listing Courtesy of BHGRE Gary Greene, Julie Morton, TREC #0750855

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