$6,294 Closing Credit¹
#8375190, Dawn Bennett, Listing Office: Womack Real Estate LLC
$500,000 List price
1205 E 12th St Austin, TX 78702
$5,938
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
953 sqft
0.1 acres
$525 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1205 E 12th St
Endless Potential in Prime East Austin – SF3 Zoned for Up to 3 Units! Discover a rare opportunity in one of Austin’s most vibrant and rapidly growing neighborhoods! This 1925 bungalow is full of charm, featuring a spacious living room, a separate dining area with French doors, and a flexible layout ready for your creative touch. While the home currently offers 1 bedroom and 1 bath, the possibilities are endless—convert the existing kitchen into a second bedroom and move the kitchen to create a 2-bedroom home, or take full advantage of the SF3 zoning and build up to three units and three stories on this .114-acre lot. With original character and redevelopment potential, this home is perfect for a renovator, investor, or developer looking to capitalize on the unbeatable East Austin location—just minutes from Downtown, I-35, and the city’s best dining, nightlife, and cultural hotspots. Whether you’re dreaming of a modern remodel, income-producing property, or multi-unit development, this lot offers unmatched flexibility in one of Austin’s most sought-after areas. Don’t miss this chance to invest in a property with history, location, and limitless opportunity!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size953 sqft
Lot size0.114 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingDriveway, Gated, Outside
MLS #3960510
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Summary
- MLS Number: 3960510
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Engel & Volkers Austin
- Office Phone: (646) 522-4901
- Listing Agent: Carrie Yeager
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $606,027 | $11,781 |
| 2023 | $643,620 | $11,781 |
| 2022 | $596,543 | $11,781 |
| 2021 | $392,800 | $8,508 |
| 2019 | $383,600 | $8,227 |
| 2018 | $336,354 | $6,857 |
| 2017 | $309,726 | $4,901 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Blackshear Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•1712 E 11th St
5
University of Texas el Charter School
Public Charter PK-5
1.0 mi
•2200 E 6th St
3
Zavala Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.0 mi
•310 Robert T Martinez Jr St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,750. The majority of Austin, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
7%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
59%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
33%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Tennis
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
Banana Republic
Crate & Barrel
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jack In The Box
Starbucks
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
BMW
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Jazz
News
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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About 1205 E 12th St
This home is located at 1205 E 12th St in Austin, TX and zip code 78702 in the Central East Austin / East Side neighborhood. This 953 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2024 and is currently priced at $500,000.
In March 2025 more than 115 listings in Austin, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 139 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 529 were sold below. The number of listings in Austin, TX increased by 28.6% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 67 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $577,151.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.