Active Listing  ·  4 days on market

1166 Ridgeway Dr

Austin, TX 78702
$495,000
4 Bed 2 Bath 1,250 sqft $396/sqft Built 1952 0.17 acres Pool Homewood Heights

1166 Ridgeway Drive – 3 BR, 2 Bath with office and large fenced yard on hilltop backing to greenbelt. Primary home, rental, or redevelopment opportunity in East Austin, TX 78702

Rare opportunity to own an elevated homesite in one of East Austin's most sought-after and rapidly transforming neighborhoods. This hilltop lot backs directly to a City of Austin greenbelt, offering privacy, a mature oak tree canopy, and the potential for downtown skyline views from a future second-story build.

The existing home is a well-maintained 1950s bungalow of approximately 1,250 square feet. Recent updates include a new roof, updated HVAC system, and plumbing main line, making the property fully livable as a primary residence or rental.

The elevated homesite is the true highlight. Positioned above surrounding properties, the lot may offer second-story views toward downtown, East Austin's urban landscape, and distant airport vistas, while the elevation captures prevailing breezes, a setting that's increasingly rare within Austin's urban core. Large oaks on back property line.

Zoned as SF-3-NP, with a lot size of approximately 7,448.76 sq ft per survey/TCAD, larger than the area average, the property offers real flexibility for expansion or new construction. Under the City of Austin's HOME Initiative, qualifying single-family lots in this zoning category can support up to three residential units by right, opening the door for subdivision or a condominium-regime build-out (subject to buyer verification of current zoning and City of Austin approval).

Ideally located minutes from downtown Austin, The University of Texas, Mueller, major employers, restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and cultural attractions.

Whether you're seeking a future homesite, an income-producing rental, or a ground-up redevelopment, 1166 Ridgeway offers a rare combination of elevation, lot size, HOME-eligible density potential, and East Austin location.

At $396/sqft, this home is priced in line with the Austin market average of $391/sqft across 4,681 active listings. View Austin market report →

Location

1166 Ridgeway Dr, Austin, TX 78702

Property Details

Price $495,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,250 sqft
Lot Size 0.17 acres (7,448.76 sqft)
Year Built 1952
Garage ,
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Homewood Heights
County Travis
Zip Code 78702
$/sqft $396/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $5,907
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT235574858
List Date August 19, 2026
Elementary School Oak Springs
Middle School Kealing
High School Eastside Early College
School District ,

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Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in Austin with similar bedroom count, size, and price range, giving you real-time context for how this property's asking price compares to the active market.

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1120 Spur St
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$492,500 $395 3 bd / 2 ba 1,248 sqft , 2026-04-17
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$499,000 $358 4 bd / 3 ba 1,392 sqft , 2025-09-24
1130 Spur St #A
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$499,000 $298 3 bd / 3 ba 1,675 sqft , 2026-02-12
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$499,000 $342 3 bd / 2 ba 1,459 sqft , 2026-07-08
2900 Castro St
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$489,000 $303 5 bd / 2 ba 1,616 sqft , 2025-01-23

Source: ACTRIS MLS, live listings. Similar by ±1 bed, ±35% price, ±35% sqft. Contact Luke for a formal comparative market analysis.

Investment Analysis

Rental Income Potential

The numbers below use conservative Austin-market assumptions. They are estimates, not a guarantee. Actual rents vary by condition, timing, and management. Read our full Austin rental property guide →

Est. Monthly Rent
$2,376/mo
0.48% rule · conservative Austin est.
Gross Yield
5.76%
Annual rent ÷ purchase price
Cap Rate (est.)
3.46%
NOI after 40% vacancy + expenses
Down Payment
$99,000
20% conventional investment loan

Monthly Cash Flow Breakdown (20% down · 7.25% rate)

Estimated Gross Rent+$2,376
Principal + Interest−$2,701
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$866
Insurance (~0.5%)−$206
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,397

At current rates and prices, many Austin luxury properties run neutral or slightly negative on pure cash flow, appreciation and equity paydown are the primary return drivers. BRRRR and off-market acquisitions can improve day-one cash flow. Learn about the BRRRR method in Austin →

Commute & Employment

Major Employers Near Austin, TX

Austin sits within commuting range of Austin's major tech, manufacturing, and corporate campuses. Approximate drive times from this area:

Tesla Gigafactory 15-25 min E
Apple Campus (Domain) 20-30 min N
Google / Meta / Indeed 10-15 min downtown
Dell Medical School / UT Austin 10-20 min
Samsung Austin Semiconductor 25 min N

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About the Author
Luke Allen, Austin TX Realtor, TREC #788149
Luke Allen
Licensed Austin TX Realtor · TREC #788149 · Full-time since 2019
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Luke Allen is a full-time Austin TX Realtor with the Austin Marketing + Development Group brokerage. He works with buyers, sellers, and investors across every Austin ISD and the surrounding neighborhoods, from Downtown and East Austin to Round Rock, Cedar Park, and the Hill Country. Every page on this site is written and maintained by Luke. This page was last updated on August 20, 2026.

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