$5,938

closing credit¹

1205 E 12th St Austin, TX 78702

$500,000
1 bed
1 full
953 sqft
0.1 acres
$525 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1205 E 12th St

Step into this 1925 gem that’s ready for your creative vision—whether you choose to renovate, remodel, or start fresh. The charming front porch invites you into a spacious living room, flowing seamlessly into the dining room through classic French doors. The flexible layout offers endless potential for reimagining the space, from modernizing the interior to adding new rooms. One exciting idea could be moving the kitchen into the middle room and converting the current kitchen into a second bedroom, instantly transforming the home into a 2-bedroom residence. The spacious bedroom already features a walk-in closet, while the large bathroom serves the home’s functional needs. Outside, a modest back porch extends into a large yard, perfect for outdoor activities or future expansions. Zoned SF3 and sitting on a .114-acre lot, the property offers a rare opportunity to develop in one of Austin’s most sought-after locations. Imagine adding a barndominium with a 2-car garage and an ADU on top, creating the ultimate live-work space or rental opportunity. Whether you’re looking to refurbish this one-bedroom home, expand into a larger residence, or build multiple dwellings, the possibilities are endless. This prime piece of land, so close to downtown, offers a blank canvas for your vision—don’t miss out on the opportunity to make it your own!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size953 sqft
Lot size0.114 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingDriveway, Gated, Outside
MLS #3960510
ViewCity

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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living room with french doors, dark hardwood / wood-style floors, and ceiling fan

$500,000

1205 E 12th St

$5,938

closing credit¹

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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

6

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

6

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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,750. The most common annual income of people living in Austin, TX is between $35k-100k. Typical family type 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)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • TennisTennis
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • BMWBMW
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

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 January 2025 more than 35 listings in Austin, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 82 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 358 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Austin, TX increased by 10.6% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 85 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $573,763 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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