2 bed, 1 bath, 857 sqft on 0.01 acres in Downtown Austin. Austin, TX 78701. $269,900. Austin ISD.
About This Home
Enjoy this beautifully upgraded 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo in the heart of the Museum District, adjacent to the new Texas Mall green space, a tree-lined, pedestrian-only promenade connecting UT to the Capitol.
Custom cabinetry, granite countertops, built-in bookshelves, venetian plaster wall finishes and tile flooring throughout provide a sophisticated and comfortable living space. An open kitchen with stainless appliances, Thermador Fridge, Miele dual- dishwasher, gas range and vent hood are ideal for cooks and entertaining.
Incredible views of the UT Tower. Gated and secured parking garage. Controlled access building. HOA fees include exterior maintenance, water, gas, electric, trash & sewer. Well managed building has on-site management. Elevator upgrade, boiler replacement and other projects underway and paid by seller. Large laundry and bike storage rooms on site. Ideal for UT students and faculty, Dell Medical School students and faculty, professionals working at the Capitol or downtown.
Downtown Austin runs from the Colorado River north to the Capitol, bounded by I-35 to the east and Lamar to the west. It is the densest residential market in Central Texas with high-rise condos, historic lofts, and luxury towers concentrated in distinct sub-districts.
The Seaholm District anchors the west end with the Seaholm Residences and the new Google tower reshaping the skyline. Rainey Street sits along the lake's north shore - what was a street of bungalow bars is now flanked by 40-story residential towers including 70 Rainey and The Lakeshore. The Warehouse District between 3rd and 6th Streets draws buyers who want walkable nightlife and restaurant access. Congress Avenue bisects downtown and remains the civic spine connecting the Capitol to the lake.
The Austonian (56 floors), The Independent (58 floors), and 360 Condominiums are the marquee towers. Newer projects like Sixth & Guadalupe and The Republic continue adding inventory. Price points range from $400K studio condos to $5M+ penthouses with lake and Hill Country views.
Walk Score averages 95+. The MetroRail Red Line stops at downtown station. Major employers including the State of Texas, UT Austin, and a growing tech presence (Google, Meta, Apple satellite offices) generate consistent housing demand. Nightlife, dining, live music, and Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail are all within walking distance.
Buyers here are typically professionals, empty nesters downsizing from suburban estates, investors, and out-of-state relocations drawn to Austin's urban core. HOA fees range from $400/month in older buildings to $2,000+ in full-service towers. Most buildings include concierge, pool, fitness center, and secure parking.
School District: Austin ISD
View Downtown Austin neighborhood guide- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1966
- Lot Size
- 0.01 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $315
Listing information last updated January 30, 2026.
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC
MLS# 1789708 • Active Under Contract
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
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Facts & Features
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.01 Acres
Financial
- Original List Price
- $269,900
- Price per Sq Ft
- $315
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 1800 Lavaca St Unit #A-208, whoever represented it.
- Active Under ContractListed 2026Current price: $269,900Original list: $269,900MLS 1789708
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
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Price & Listing History
Listing timeline with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $269,900
- Original list
- $269,900
- Price movement
- No verified reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Jan 2, 2026 · 24 days
Tax Record
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
- Assessed Value
- $245,386
- Assessment Year
- 2025
- Year Built
- 1966
- Parcel ID
- 000000199975
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-23.7% | — | $245,386 | — | — |
2024+17.5% | — | $321,644 | $189,750 | $132,431 |
2023+4.5% | — | $273,845 | $189,750 | $131,894 |
2022+8.2% | — | $262,082 | $56,925 | $216,920 |
2021 | — | $242,244 | $30,360 | $231,722 |
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Zoned Schools
McCallum
Kealing
Lee
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Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
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20% ($54K)
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Home price
$269,900
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List price
$269,900
Price per sqft
$315/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
24 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$269.9K original
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 17, 2026.
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