2906 E 4th St Unit #2, Austin, TX 78702

Welcome to this stunning new construction in the heart of the highly sought-after Holly neighborhood of East Austin. Located just a short walk from Lady Bird Lake, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath on the boarder offers nearly 1,900 square feet of modern, thoughtful design built by Canedo Builders, known for their commitment to quality and craftsmanship. As you step inside, you're greeted by a bright, open floor plan with high-end finishes throughout. The custom cabinetry in the kitchen adds a touch of sophistication, while custom tile in the bathrooms and kitchen creates a sleek, modern feel. The spacious living areas seamlessly flow into the dining and kitchen spaces, making it ideal for entertaining or relaxing with loved ones. The second floor features three generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite complete with a beautifully appointed ensuite bath. A large walk-in closet, dual vanities, and a walk-in shower make the primary bath a true retreat. The two additional bedrooms are perfect for guests or a growing family, offering ample space and natural light. One of the standout features of this home is the rooftop, which offers peek-a-boo views of the downtown skyline — perfect for enjoying sunset cocktails or taking in the city's vibrant energy. Multiple outdoor living areas provide the ideal spaces for both relaxation and entertainment, including a large fenced yard that offers privacy and room for pets or a garden. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ on the back patio or enjoying quiet mornings on the front porch, the outdoor spaces are designed for comfortable living. Additionally, this home includes a one-car garage and plenty of street parking, ensuring convenience and ease of access. Located just moments from all the amenities East Austin has to offer, including parks, cafes, and dining, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds — a peaceful, residential setting with everything Austin has to offer right at your doorstep.

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.