$894,000

1717 S 5th St Austin, TX 78704

$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
936 sqft
0.1 acres
$955 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1717 S 5th St

This sweet bungalow is among the last of its historical kind in Bouldin Creek. A potent…almost magical vibe that you will notice immediately upon walking through the front door. Young family? it’s the place to plant your roots. Becker Elementary, a high ranking primary school, is less than a block away. Single professional or retiree? A perfect refuge amidst the beautiful cityscape. 14' high ceilings and original wood flooring create a bright & spacious feel. The transitional bathroom design ties beautifully into this historic house. Encased in Carrara marble & heated floors, the soaking tub and rain shower make it a spa like experience. 2 spacious bedrooms have floor to ceiling closets & cabinetry to provide ample storage. The tall living room windows accompany the high ceilings to provide a perfect amount of natural light & ambience. The kitchen offers an incredible amount of cook space and storage with massive OG pine countertops and custom cabinets all the way to the ceiling. Whether a happy hour get together or family s’mores around the custom built fire pit…the gigantic backyard deck is perfect for any type of soiree. The 500 SF shop in the back is perfect for a creative space or office. It's also ready to finish out and easily double your short term rental capacity with room for a large bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom. New electrical panel plus a 220 outlet for larger appliances or washer and dryer. So much beautiful history in this neighborhood. A public library - across the street. The Shambala Meditation Center- 5 houses down. If you go down the S.5th hill you'll hit Barton Springs Road, some of Austin’s best restaurants and shopping. And! the PALMER EVENT CENTER, ZILKER PARK and BARTON SPRINGS!!! Being in middle of it all made it a highly profitable STR for 8yrs. ACL fests, SXSW, Formula One, downtown. 78704 - the coveted zip code. Live and love it. This is the quintessential Austin home. Appointment only viewings. Email 1717south5th@gmail.com

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size936 sqft
Lot size0.1427 Acres
Year built1935
ParkingGarage
MLS #7127630
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 7127630
  • MLS Name: ACTRIS
  • Office Name: Fathom Realty
  • Office Phone: (888) 455-6040
  • Listing Agent: Kristen Carden

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$803,915$11,702
2023$905,290$11,702
2022$951,769$11,702
2021$611,820$11,267
2019$546,291$12,142
2018$496,628$9,995
2017$451,480$9,153

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Becker Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

906 W Milton St

10

Zilker Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

1900 Bluebonnet Ln

1

Dawson Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.1 mi

3001 S 1st 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 $75,798. Typical income of Austin, TX residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
11%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

61%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • TennisTennis
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 1717 S 5th St

This home is located at 1717 S 5th St in Austin, TX and zip code 78704 in the South Central neighborhood. This 936 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $894,000.

Austin, TX housing market in March 2025 saw over 115 listings sold above listed price, more than 139 sold at listed price and over 529 sold below. The number of listings in Austin, TX increased by 28.6% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 67 days, the median list price was $577,151.

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

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