3608 Fleetwood Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Welcome to a slice of paradise nestled in Austin's sought-after South Lamar neighborhood. Rare living + investment opportunity for a duplex with an inground pool. Live on one side & rent or STR out the other unit. The primary B-side unit was remodeled in 2024 and offers an open 1,585 sqft, 3 bedrooms, & 2 full baths, which seamlessly blends classic elegance with modern convenience. One enters the home through a tranquil outdoor area creating privacy once inside the home, which features multiple floor-to-ceiling windows & sliding doors. Natural light & hardwood floors give the home an airy, open vibe throughout. For those passionate about cooking and baking, the kitchen is a dream come true. With Ample storage space for all your culinary essentials, the well-designed layout allows easy navigation and efficient meal preparation. Recent updates include gorgeous new quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, & stainless steel appliances. The primary suite captures all the available space & features a walk-in closet, fireplace, soaking tub & shower, & French doors opening to a balcony overlooking the landscaped backyard. Escape the summer heat in your private swimming pool with a beautiful waterfall. The month-to-month rented secondary A-side unit with 2 bedrooms, & 2 full baths, offers an inviting 1008 sqft open layout with a fireplace and high ceilings. Recent updates include a large glass patio slider providing delightful light to the unit and a new kitchen sink and granite countertops. Nestled on a tranquil cul-de-sac, this residence ensures a quiet and serene environment, perfect for relaxation and peaceful living. Beyond the comforts of your home, you'll find yourself near some of Austin's most beloved attractions. Just minutes from downtown this home's convenient location can’t be beat. Walking distance to restaurants and shopping on South Lamar, near the Greenbelt trails, Barton Springs Pool, and Zilker Park. Truly a gem of a home not to be missed!

South Congress is the only street in Austin where you can buy custom cowboy boots, eat handmade sushi at a ten-seat counter, and watch 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats take flight from a bridge - all within a half-mile walk. That density of experience makes this neighborhood different from every other part of the city. It is a real neighborhood where people live full lives, and the commercial strip at its center happens to be the most photographed street in Texas.

The corridor runs along Congress Avenue south of Lady Bird Lake, roughly from the bridge to Oltorf Street, with residential streets extending east and west. Downtown is a ten-minute walk across the Congress Avenue Bridge. The Texas Capitol is visible from the north end. Perla's does coastal seafood on a patio that becomes a scene on weekends. Home Slice Pizza has had a line since the day it opened. Aba serves Mediterranean with a rooftop view. June's All Day handles the all-day cafe role. Otoko is one of the most exclusive dining experiences in Texas. Magnolia Cafe remains a late-night institution. Jo's Coffee is where the famous mural lives, and Lenoir offers a prix fixe wine garden.

Craftsman bungalows from the 1920s through 1940s give the neighborhood its character, with front porches and mature pecan trees. Modern condominiums line the avenue itself. Contemporary townhomes fill spaces between. Bungalows on decent lots start around $700,000 and can exceed $1.5 million. Condos range from the mid-$400s to over $2 million for luxury high-rise units with downtown views. Lot sizes for single-family homes are small, often under a tenth of an acre, which keeps the density high and the walkability real.

Travis Heights Elementary serves many addresses and carries a loyal following among families wanting a diverse, walkable community. Fulmore Middle School and Travis High School are the secondary feeders. The schools are urban public schools in the truest sense: diverse student bodies, active parent organizations, and programs that benefit from a central location. Some families supplement with Austin Montessori and other private options nearby.

The street itself is a walking experience: vintage clothing, record shops, galleries, and restaurants on both sides of a wide sidewalk. Barton Springs Pool is a short walk west. Blunn Creek Greenbelt cuts through the residential streets. The Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk puts residents on the water trail system without driving. The Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony draws crowds March through October. Social energy peaks on weekend evenings when the avenue fills and patios at Perla's and Home Slice spill onto sidewalks.

South Congress is not directly comparable to suburban luxury neighborhoods because the product is fundamentally different. East Austin has more new construction and grittier energy. Travis Heights is quieter with larger lots. Rainey Street has been consumed by high-rises. South Congress maintains a balance between commercial energy and residential livability none of those can match. The bungalows have proven to be strong long-term holds.

South Congress is for buyers who want to live inside Austin's cultural heartbeat. It works for couples, creatives, and professionals who prioritize walkability and social energy over square footage. It works for investors who understand that a Craftsman bungalow on a South Congress side street is one of the scarcest asset classes in the city.