1104 1/2 Gunter St, Austin, TX 78702

Experience elevated East Austin living in this modern new build by J Davis Construction with a private roof deck! Thoughtfully designed to combine upscale finishes with everyday ease, this home boasts an open-concept floor plan that fills the interior with natural light through expansive windows, showcasing warm wood floors & tranquil backyard views.The living area, complete with a bar & fridge, transitions effortlessly to the outdoor space—perfect for relaxed evenings or easy entertaining. The kitchen is a centerpiece, featuring striking quartz countertops, a contemporary backsplash, & an oversized island offering generous room for seating, casual meals, & conversation. Custom full-height cabinetry with pull-out storage enhances functionality, paired with sleek black stainless steel appliances. A walk-in pantry ensures ample storage, while under-cabinet lighting casts an inviting glow. A stylish powder room on the main level adds convenience for guests.Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms await. The primary suite serves as a luxurious escape with its spa-inspired ensuite featuring dual vanities, frameless shower with a ceiling-mounted showerhead, & walk-in closet with convenient built-ins. Two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests or a home office, & share a well- appointed full bath. Step onto the private turf balcony for a quiet morning, or head up to the spacious roof deck to relax with a glass of wine while soaking in East Austin’s lively atmosphere. Out back, a sparkling pool creates the perfect setting for weekends—whether hosting a cookout or enjoying a peaceful evening swim. Fully fenced for privacy, the yard offers an entertainer’s dream space. Situated in the revitalized Govalle neighborhood just across the elementary school, & just minutes from downtown, the airport, and East Austin’s beloved dining and shopping, this home delivers a rare mix of convenience, and style. (NO MONTHLY FEES)

This 2025 J Davis Construction loft at 1104 1/2 Gunter St in East Austin arrives fully built but genuinely unfinished - a raw industrial canvas wrapped in concrete bones and steel intention.

Step inside and the architecture speaks first. Exposed structural elements define the volume: high ceilings that breathe, clean lines, glass walls that dissolve boundaries between rooms. The flooring palette runs intentional - no carpet, just tile and wood that anchor the space without softening it. This is skeleton-forward design. The bones matter more than decoration.

Texture layers across the interior with purpose. Quartz countertops grip the kitchen island hard and clean. Stainless steel appliances sit purposeful: gas range, self-cleaning oven, tankless water heater, bar fridge. Recessed lighting cuts sharp angles. Built-in features and walk-in closets offer utility over ornament. The open floor plan flows from kitchen through living areas into a dry bar and breakfast bar - spaces that connect rather than compartmentalize. Upstairs, three bedrooms with cathedral ceilings, dual vanities in the primary bath, frameless shower. This is construction-grade honest.

The real canvas lives outside. A private pool anchors the fully fenced backyard with native landscaping - level lot, both front and back yards, private yard space designed for living rather than show. A balcony and roof deck extend the loft upward. The front porch faces Gunter Street in the East Austin subdivision, positioned directly across from Govalle Elementary School, which serves this Austin ISD area. Martin Middle School and Eastside Early College High School complete the district enrollment path.

Location matters for commute and culture. Downtown Austin sits minutes north. The airport connection runs straightforward. East Austin's dining and retail cluster on East 6th Street, Mueller, and surrounding blocks offer immediate lifestyle access. This Govalle neighborhood transition is active - gentrification forces are real, property values trend upward, and the demographic shift toward younger professionals and families is documented.

At $950,000 for 2,096 square feet ($453/sqft), the pricing reflects new construction in an improving area, not yet premium but trending. No monthly HOA fees means the only obligations are your own. The property sat 203 days on market - a signal of price recalibration in a cooling cycle, not rejection.

This loft works for owners who see a shell as an asset, not a liability. Raw authenticity at Gunter Street won't appeal to everyone. It rewards those with vision.

East Austin is the only neighborhood in the city where you can walk from a James Beard Award-winning restaurant to a converted warehouse gallery to a live music venue to a craft cocktail bar without ever getting in your car. That walkability, combined with a building boom that has reshaped the housing stock over the past decade, makes East Austin the most dynamic real estate market in Central Texas.

East Austin stretches from I-35 on the west to Highway 183 on the east, with Lady Bird Lake forming the southern boundary and roughly MLK Boulevard marking the northern edge of the 78702 core. The 78722 zip extends the identity further north and east. Downtown is immediately across I-35 - five minutes by car, 15 by bicycle. East Cesar Chavez, East 6th, and East 7th serve as commercial corridors, each with its own personality. East Cesar Chavez leans toward taquerias and family shops, East 6th trends cocktail bars and restaurants, East 7th mixes galleries with newer retail.

Modern townhomes and duplexes make up about 35% of sales activity, concentrated on infill lots. Original shotgun bungalows and Craftsman homes account for 25%, mostly on quieter streets east of Chicon - typically 800 to 1,200 square feet on generous lots with ADU potential. Contemporary custom homes represent 15%, with architects like Bercy Chen and Alterstudio producing some of the most interesting residential design in Texas. Unrenovated bungalows start in the mid-$400s. Renovated historic homes with ADUs land between $700,000 and $1 million. New townhomes cluster around $600,000 to $900,000. Custom builds cross $1.5 million.

East Austin falls within Austin ISD. Zavala Elementary and Blackshear Elementary handle early grades. Martin and Kealing Middle Schools are the primary options, with Kealing's magnet program drawing students districtwide. Eastside Memorial High School serves the area, though many families opt for LASA, private schools, or open-enrollment options. The school landscape is more complex than in neighborhoods with a single feeder pattern, and specific addresses matter.

The lifestyle is what people picture when they think of modern Austin. Morning starts at Cenote or Fleet Coffee. Franklin Barbecue's line forms early, but locals order ahead. The dining concentration is remarkable. Suerte does modern Mexican with in-house nixtamal. Nixta Taqueria won a James Beard Award. Launderette turns a converted laundromat into one of Austin's best brunch spots. Canje brings Caribbean cooking to Holly Street. Kemuri Tatsu-Ya fuses izakaya with smokehouse. Via 313 has been making Detroit-style pizza since before the current boom. The Butler Trail, Boggy Creek Greenbelt, Roy Guerrero Park, and Mueller Lake Park provide outdoor options.

East Austin offers urban density and walkability unmatched outside downtown, at prices that undercut the west side significantly. Compared to South Congress, it provides more housing variety and better value per square foot. Compared to Mueller, it trades master-planned orderliness for more character. The main concerns are the pace of change and the east-west infrastructure divide, which has narrowed but still shows in some areas.

East Austin is for buyers who want to live in Austin's cultural energy rather than commute to it. It fits people who eat out frequently, bike to work, and value diversity of experience. It works for investors who see ADU potential in the generous lots. If you need a large lot, a quiet cul-de-sac, or a top suburban school, look elsewhere. But if you want to walk out your front door and feel the pulse of what makes Austin different from every other Texas city, there is no better address.