Active Listing  ·  20 days on market

8305 Fort Sumter Rd

Austin, TX 78745
$579,500
3 Bed 2 Bath 1,324 sqft $438/sqft Built 1982 0.34 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Shiloh Ph 04 Sec 01

Completely remodeled and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Austin's Cherry Creek neighborhood (78745) sits on a rare .3-acre lot backing to peaceful greenspace space you simply won't find at this price point in this area. Every inch has been thoughtfully updated with a full remodel throughout, including brand-new windows that flood the home with natural light and boost energy efficiency from day one. Step inside to fresh finishes and modern updates from top to bottom, then step outside to a private, oversized yard with no rear neighbors ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the extra room to breathe, all just minutes from South Austin's shops, restaurants, and easy access into downtown. Homes offering this much land at this price are increasingly hard to find in Cherry Creek. Don't miss your chance to own the biggest lot for the smallest price schedule your showing today!

At $438/sqft, this home is priced 12% 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

8305 Fort Sumter Rd, Austin, TX 78745

Property Details

Price $579,500
Status Active Listing
Beds 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,324 sqft
Lot Size 0.34 acres (14,684.08 sqft)
Year Built 1982
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Shiloh Ph 04 Sec 01
County Travis
Zip Code 78745
$/sqft $438/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $9,268.78
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT242292274
List Date August 4, 2026
Elementary School Cunningham
Middle School Covington
High School Crockett
School District ,

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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
2400 Broken Oak Dr
Cherry Creek Ph 07 Sec 02
$574,900 $394 3 bd / 2 ba 1,459 sqft , 2026-08-20
2605 Market Garden Ln
Cherry Creek Ph 07 Sec 06
$565,000 $333 3 bd / 2 ba 1,698 sqft , 2026-04-27
7900 Finch Trl
Cherry Creek Ph 08 Sec 03
$565,000 $373 3 bd / 2 ba 1,515 sqft , 2026-06-04
8102 Fort Sumter Rd
Shiloh Ph 04 Sec 01
$599,999 $477 3 bd / 2 ba 1,257 sqft , 2026-08-01
7912 Finch Trl
Cherry Creek
$600,000 $346 4 bd / 3 ba 1,734 sqft , 2026-08-10

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
$2,782/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
$115,900
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$2,782
Principal + Interest−$3,163
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$1,014
Insurance (~0.5%)−$241
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,636

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 23, 2026.

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