Active Listing  ·  70 days on market

2503 East Side Dr

Austin, TX 78704
$729,000
3 Bed 2 Bath 1,339 sqft $544/sqft Built 1960 0.15 acres Pool Sherwood Oaks Sec 03

Updated South Austin bungalow in an exceptional location near SOCO and St. Edward’s University. This three bedroom two bathroom home features a new roof completed in summer 2026 and extensive updates throughout.

Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and abundant natural light complement the open kitchen and living area. Glass doors open to a large, beautifully landscaped yard with plenty of space for outdoor living and entertaining. A detached, air-conditioned office provides a dedicated workspace separate from the main home.

The home includes a primary bedroom with en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms, and a second full bath. A newly added mud room provides additional storage and functionality, while the attached carport offers covered parking.

Conveniently located near HEB, South Congress, South Lamar, Blunn Creek Nature Preserve, and Big Stacy Neighborhood Park and Pool.

At $544/sqft, this home is priced 39% above the Austin active market average of $390/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

2503 East Side Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Property Details

Price $729,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,339 sqft
Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,621.12 sqft)
Year Built 1960
Garage ,
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Sherwood Oaks Sec 03
County Travis
Zip Code 78704
$/sqft $544/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. ,
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT244725273
List Date September 3, 2026
Elementary School Travis Hts
Middle School Lively
High School Travis
School District Austin ISD

Austin ISD

Travis Hts · Lively · Travis

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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 · September 3, 2026 $769,999
Current ask $729,000
▼ Reduced $40,999 (-5.3%) 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.

Similar Homes on the Market in Austin

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.

AddressList Price$/sqftBeds/BathsSqftDOMListed
2704 Nottingham Ln
Sherwood Oaks Sec 04
$725,000 $568 3 bd / 2 ba 1,277 sqft , 2026-10-28
2706 Nottingham Ln
Sherwood Oaks Sec 04
$735,000 $509 3 bd / 2 ba 1,443 sqft , 2026-10-23
2121 S Congress Ave #501
Travis Heights
$720,000 $693 2 bd / 2 ba 1,039 sqft , 2026-10-08
1106 Algarita Ave #2
Travis Heights
$745,000 $671 2 bd / 3 ba 1,110 sqft , 2026-10-02
510 El Paso St #A
Pearson Subdivision
$749,900 $468 3 bd / 3 ba 1,603 sqft , 2026-10-09

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
$3,499/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
$145,800
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$3,499
Principal + Interest−$3,978
Property Tax (assumed ~2.1%)−$1,276
Insurance (assumed ~0.5%)−$304
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-2,059

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. The written content was last updated on November 7, 2026.

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