908 Vargas Rd

Austin, TX 78741

$260,000
Price
2
Beds
774 Sq. Ft.
$336 / Sq. Ft.
774
Sq. Ft.
$336
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Prime investor opportunity in 78741. This 0.1538-acre lot is ideal for a tear-down and new construction, perfect for an A&B build or a single-family home. Recent nearby new builds are selling at $750k+, offering strong potential returns. The existing 774 sq. ft. home also provides an option for renovation. No HOA, giving added flexibility for your project. Located in Southeast Austin with quick access to major highways, Downtown, Lady Bird Lake, and scenic trails, offering a great blend of convenience...Prime investor opportunity in 78741. This 0.1538-acre lot is ideal for a tear-down and new construction, perfect for an A&B build or a single-family home. Recent nearby new builds are selling at $750k+, offering strong potential returns. The existing 774 sq. ft. home also provides an option for renovation. No HOA, giving added flexibility for your project. Located in Southeast Austin with quick access to major highways, Downtown, Lady Bird Lake, and scenic trails, offering a great blend of convenience and outdoor living.
  1. Listed by John Martin • TREC #0617787 • Brokerage DRE #9010968 • Keller Williams Realty
    P: (512)-576-4488 C: (512)-576-4488 jrmteam@ascensionaustin.com

Property Details for 908 Vargas Road

Subdivision Name
CHERNOSKY NO 15
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
None
View YN
No
Parcel Number
03061804040000
Tax Lot
4
LISTING UPDATED: 11/17/2025 04:45 PM

Property Details for 908 Vargas Road

StatusActive
MLS #7610364
Days on Market90
Taxes$4,619 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1949
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,699 SF
CountyTravis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, John Martin, TREC #0617787
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Building Information for 908 Vargas Road

Stories1Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,699 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,670 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,285

Property Taxes

$385

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 908 Vargas Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Outside
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Master, Tile Counters
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Inside, WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup
  • Restrictions: DeedRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Vertical Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Window Features: None
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Level, Open Lot
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Wall Window Units
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Connected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 4
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 5
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $233,065
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 1.98%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: Head east on E 5th st towards Brazos St, Turn left on brazos and then right onto E 7th street. Using the right 2 lanes,take the ramp to US-183 N, continue onto 183 S, Use the right lane to turn slightly right to stay on 183 S, Turn right onto Vargas Road

Property History for 908 Vargas Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Oct 23, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #3548014

$260,000—
Oct 23, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7610364

$260,000—
Sep 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7610364

$280,000—
Sep 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3548014

$280,000—
Jul 21, 2003

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #716819

$49,900—
Jul 16, 2003

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #716819

$49,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/23/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #3548014

$260,000
10/23/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #7610364

$260,000
09/25/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7610364

$280,000
09/25/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3548014

$280,000
07/21/2003

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #716819

$49,900
07/16/2003

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #716819

$49,900

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

Public Records for 908 Vargas Road

Taxable ValueLand$158,386Additions$74,679Total$233,065
Tax Record2024$6,190 ($516 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt774 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt774 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949CountyTRAVISAPN03061804040000

Schools near 908 Vargas Road

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Allison Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Martin Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Eastside Memorial High School
Public - 9 to 12
Alternative Learning Center
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Allison Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Martin Middle School
Public7 to 8

Eastside Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

Alternative Learning Center
Public6 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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More information about 908 Vargas Road, Austin, TX 78741

908 Vargas Road is a single family home for sale in Austin, TX 78741. This property was listed for sale on September 25, 2025 by Keller Williams Realty, it's currently listed at $260,000. This listing's school district is Austin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Allison Elementary School, Martin Middle School and Eastside Memorial High School. 908 Vargas Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 774 sqft single family home built in 1949.

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, John Martin, TREC #0617787

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