Active Listing  ·  11 days on market

1801 Nickerson St

Austin, TX 78704
$2,195,000
4 Bed 4 Bath 2,817 sqft $779/sqft Built 2008 0.16 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Swisher Add

The quintessential South Congress experience situated on a corner lot 1 block East of the South Congress Hotel, walking distance to all the dining and entertainment the iconic South Congress District has to offer. The "upside down" floor plan was designed by the esteemed firm AlterStudio, making this the perfect home for the real estate collector. The home is located on a corner lot with alley access to a spacious two car garage (accessed via alley) and a private and lush landscaping surrounding a beautiful pool. The site also features an expansive front gate and hookups for an airstream that can service as guest quarters or creative space like a home office or studio. The home has recently been refreshed and the upstairs kitchen remodeled with stunning millwork and rich white oak flooring. Floor to ceiling aluminum glass wall with operable Gerkin windows gives expansive views and natural light to the kitchen and living space. There is a spiral staircase to access the roof top from an exterior balcony as well as an integrated office nook off the living space.

At $779/sqft, this home is priced 99% above the Austin active market average of $391/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

1801 Nickerson St, Austin, TX 78704

Property Details

Price $2,195,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Living Area 2,817 sqft
Lot Size 0.16 acres (6,882.48 sqft)
Year Built 2008
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Swisher Add
County Travis
Zip Code 78704
$/sqft $779/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $28,369.47
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT246863524
List Date October 12, 2026
Elementary School Travis Hts
Middle School Lively
High School Austin
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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$2,199,000 $687 4 bd / 4 ba 3,200 sqft , 2026-08-21
606 Josephine St
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$2,250,000 $906 4 bd / 3 ba 2,483 sqft , 2026-10-08
1300 Bluff St
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$2,299,000 $848 3 bd / 3 ba 2,710 sqft , 2026-06-18
212 Fletcher St
La Prelle Place Resub
$2,075,000 $806 3 bd / 5 ba 2,573 sqft , 2026-04-22
2316 Euclid Ave
La Prelle Place Resub
$2,075,000 $779 5 bd / 5 ba 2,664 sqft , 2026-07-15

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
$10,536/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
$439,000
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$10,536
Principal + Interest−$11,979
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$3,841
Insurance (~0.5%)−$915
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-6,199

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 October 13, 2026.

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