Active Listing  ·  82 days on market

2907 E 5th St

Austin, TX 78702
$399,000
2 Bed 1 Bath 652 sqft $612/sqft Built 1920 0.16 acres Pool Hartwell Add

Unlock the potential of one of East Austin's most exciting redevelopment opportunities. Situated on an oversized SF-3-NP zoned lot at 2907 E 5th Street, this property offers incredible flexibility to renovate the existing home, build multiple units, or capitalize on the area's continued growth with a new development project. The home is currently leased on a month-to-month basis, providing immediate rental income while you plan your next move. An even rarer opportunity awaits with the adjacent property at 2909 E 5th Street, also available for purchase, creating the potential to assemble two side-by-side lots in one of Austin's most desirable urban neighborhoods. Enjoy an unbeatable location just minutes from downtown Austin, Plaza Saltillo, Lady Bird Lake, Metz Park, popular restaurants, neighborhood cafes, breweries, shopping, entertainment, public transit, and major employers. Whether you're an investor, builder, or developer, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find, making this a rare chance to secure a prime piece of East Austin with exceptional redevelopment potential and long-term upside.

At $612/sqft, this home is priced 56% above the Austin active market average of $392/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

2907 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78702

Property Details

Price $399,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths ,
Living Area 652 sqft
Lot Size 0.16 acres (6,786.65 sqft)
Year Built 1920
Garage ,
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Hartwell Add
County Travis
Zip Code 78702
$/sqft $612/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $7,883.54
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT238410956
List Date July 2, 2026
Elementary School Brooke
Middle School Martin
High School Eastside Early College
School District ,

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$399,000 $583 2 bd / 1 ba 684 sqft , 2026-08-12
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$435,000 $906 2 bd / 1 ba 480 sqft , 2026-06-08

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
$1,915/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
$79,800
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$1,915
Principal + Interest−$2,178
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$698
Insurance (~0.5%)−$166
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,127

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 July 16, 2026.

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