Private Retreat with Guesthouse, Greenbelt Views + Wellness Amenities and a spaciouse chicken run set up. Tucked into a canopy of mature trees on a .34-acre lot, this home offers a rare blend of privacy, character, and flexibility in one of South Austin’s most accessible locations. Positioned between South Congress and South 1st, just south of 290, you get the convenience of central living with a true neighborhood feel. Backing to a greenbelt, the property feels like a hidden retreat. The main house, originally built in 1935, features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with warm, inviting spaces that reflect classic Austin charm. An extended screened-in porch creates seamless indoor-outdoor living, while a spiral staircase leads to a spacious upper-level flex room, ideal for a game room, gym, office, or second living area. The detached 744 sq ft guesthouse includes a bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, and private porch, offering incredible versatility for guests, work-from-home, or income potential. The guest house has been consistenly rented on Airbnb with 5 Star ratings, bringing on average $2500 +/month for the past 5 years. Outside, the “Zen Den” lifestyle comes to life with a hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge set within a lush, private yard. Surrounded by mature oak and fruit trees and backing to green space, this is a property designed for both connection and reset. Located in a close-knit neighborhood and 5 doors down from local favorites and the iconic Cathedral of Junk, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly unique South Austin property.
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet Available, Phone Available, Water Connected
Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Washer
Electric, Natural Gas, Exhaust Fan
Balcony, Garden, Private Entrance, RV Hookup
Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Many Trees, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Ground, Trees Medium Size, Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Private, Sprinkler - Rain Sensor
HardiPlank Type, Masonry, Stucco
Property Listed by: Congress Realty, Inc.
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