Active Listing  ·  221 days on market

204 La Vista St

Austin, TX 78704
$492,000
3 Bed 1 Bath 945 sqft $521/sqft Built 1962 0.13 acres Pool Brinwood Sec 03

Classic Austin charm meets everyday convenience at 204 La Vista Lane, just steps from vibrant South Congress Avenue. Seller says bring it - all reasonable offers considered.

This 3-bedroom home sits in a quiet nook of Dawson steps from SoCo and within a block of St. Edwards University. Just half a mile from the new HEB on Congress and minutes from dozens of South Austin favorites. Ideal for first-time buyers or empty nesters, the home offers a functional layout, abundant natural light, and expansive COVERED outdoor living space perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Step outside and discover where this property truly shines — a cozy & connected al fresco area ideal for entertaining, gardening, or just relaxing under the big Texas sky.

A detached office/studio and big secure storage room adds the flexibility today’s buyers crave — work from home, create, or unwind in your own private space.

Affordable entry into a great neighborhood with room to personalize and grow — don’t miss this opportunity.

At $521/sqft, this home is priced 33% above the Austin active market average of $393/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

204 La Vista St, Austin, TX 78704

Property Details

Price $492,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths ,
Living Area 945 sqft
Lot Size 0.13 acres (5,728.14 sqft)
Year Built 1962
Garage ,
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Brinwood Sec 03
County Travis
Zip Code 78704
$/sqft $521/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $8,648.49
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT219069599
List Date February 13, 2026
Elementary School Dawson
Middle School Lively
High School Travis
School District ,

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Price History

How This Ask Has Moved

Original list price versus what this home is asking today. Straight from the ACTRIS MLS feed, no interpretation.

Original ask · February 13, 2026 $549,000
Previous ask $493,500
Current ask $492,000
Reduced $57,000 (-10.4%) from original ask

Source: ACTRIS MLS. Price change timestamp reflects the most recent adjustment on record; the feed does not expose intermediate steps between the original ask and today's ask.

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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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219 Lessin Ln #10A
Post Road
$499,000 $433 2 bd / 3 ba 1,152 sqft , 2026-04-08
3015 Burning Oak Dr #2
LIGHTSEY TOWNHOME CONDOMINIMS
$468,000 $447 2 bd / 2 ba 1,046 sqft , 2026-07-07
610 Clifford Dr #B
Harkins C E
$529,000 $457 2 bd / 3 ba 1,158 sqft , 2026-06-03
3606 Villa Ct #2
3606 Villa Court Condo
$529,000 $484 2 bd / 2 ba 1,092 sqft , 2026-07-19
4315 S Congress Ave #332
Congress Lofts Condominiums
$450,000 $427 2 bd / 2 ba 1,055 sqft , 2026-08-19

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
$2,362/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
$98,400
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$2,362
Principal + Interest−$2,685
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$861
Insurance (~0.5%)−$205
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,389

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 September 16, 2026.

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