40 South River City Austin Neighborhood Homes For Sale

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$7,900,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2615563 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
The Crown Jewel of Historic Austin Homes Step into a living piece of Austin’s history, an extraordinary estate built in 1889 and masterfully restored to reflect the soul of the city. Perched on a lush acre just minutes from downtown, this iconic residence offers an unmatched blend of architectural heritage, enduring craftsmanship, and modern comfort. From its hilltop vantage point, sweeping skyline views frame daily life in beauty and perspective, while the home’s granite exterior crafted from the same stone as the Texas Capitol stands as a testament to its strength, significance, & lasting presence. Inside, the home is a love letter to timeless design. Original elements like curly longleaf pine & cypress woodwork, bronze Victorian window latches, Majolica-tiled fireplaces, and antique light fixtures are preserved with care and reverence. Artful touches such as the custom Bocci chandelier, Lady Slipper fixture in the parlor, and intricate cabinetry make each room feel curated and soulful. With 5 bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms, the layout balances grand entertainingw/quiet retreat. Restoration work spans decades, & the result is not just preservation but transformation. Modern systems have been discreetly integrated to provide reliability without compromising authenticity. Custom bronze weatherstripping enhances energy efficiency while honoring the original design of the windows and stained glass. The home is not only livable, it is unforgettable. The surrounding acre is lush & serene, & the adjacent duplex at 316 Le Grande Avenue is available to expand the property into an approx 1.26 +-/ acre private compound. Located moments from the best of downtown dining, arts, and culture, the home offers rare privacy without isolation- an oasis nestled within reach of everything. This is more than a home. It’s a chapter in Austin’s story, ready for its next steward. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to confirm all information.

400 Academy Dr, Austin
$2,480,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 3931463 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
Located in the heart of Travis Heights, 1119 Fairmount Avenue is a striking new construction home offering 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms on a rare quarter-acre lot. Designed for both everyday comfort and elevated entertaining, the residence pairs thoughtful architecture with a premier central Austin setting just moments from South Congress and downtown. The open-concept main level is anchored by a stunning kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, a large island with waterfall stone countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. A dedicated bar area with a built-in wine refrigerator enhances the home’s entertaining appeal. The first-floor primary suite provides a private retreat, while the first of two upstairs wings offers a spacious living area and three bedrooms with generous closets — one with an en-suite bath and two connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with dual sinks and a separate water closet with a tub/shower combination. A second upper-level wing, accessed by its own staircase off the entry, offers exceptional flexibility with a large living area and a full bedroom and bathroom, ideal for long-term guests, multi-generational living, or a secluded office suite. Completing the property is a two-car garage and a private backyard oasis with a pool, creating an exceptional opportunity to enjoy new construction luxury in one of Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Tax and assessed values are estimates for illustration purposes only. All figures should be independently verified. Call or text listing agent to schedule a private tour—no showings on March 5th and 6th.

1119 Fairmount Ave, Austin
$2,500,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 6242991 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
Designed by award-winning architect Davey McEathron, this contemporary Travis Heights showpiece delivers elevated design, functionality, and luxury in one of Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Behind the striking modern facade, you'll find a light-filled, open-concept layout with soaring ceilings, walls of glass, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Clean white walls, rich wood floors, and bold architectural details create a sophisticated yet warm atmosphere. This 5-bedroom home features a spacious second living area/flex space upstairs, ideal for a media room, office, or play space. The huge primary suite on the mail level includes an impressive walk-in closet and spa-like bath. Designed for entertaining and everyday living, enjoy the rooftop deck, a private sparkling pool in a private backyard retreat, and expansive indoor-outdoor spaces that flow effortlessly. Top of the line upgrades include a whole house generator, retractable awning, motorized shades, AV charger and many more. The two-car garage adds convenience and ample storage, while the home’s setting—nestled among majestic oaks—places you just moments from parks, trails, and Austin’s premier dining and entertainment on South Congress. Back house is also available to purchase together with front house for a total of $3.25M for both. Don't miss this incredibly rare investment opportunity in an unbeatable location.

1605 Chelsea Ln Unit 1, Austin
$3,250,000
7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 7108402 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
This modern Travis Heights 2 home showpiece designed by award-winning architect Davey McEathron, delivers elevated design, functionality, and luxury in one of Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Behind the striking modern facade of the main house, you'll find a light-filled, open-concept layout with soaring ceilings, walls of glass, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Clean white walls, rich wood floors, and bold architectural details create a sophisticated yet warm atmosphere. This 5-bedroom home features a spacious second living area/flex space upstairs, ideal for a media room, office, or play space. The huge primary suite on the mail level includes an impressive walk-in closet and spa-like bath. Designed for entertaining and everyday living, enjoy the rooftop deck, a private sparkling pool in a private backyard retreat, and expansive indoor-outdoor spaces that flow effortlessly. Top of the line upgrades include a whole house generator, retractable awning, motorized shades, AV charger and many more. The two-car garage adds convenience and ample storage. The back house is a stylish 2-bedroom, 1,100 SF home featuring its own private pool, rooftop deck and offers the perfect setup as a high-performing Airbnb or a lock-and-leave guest house with it's own one car garage. This unique 2 home setting—nestled among majestic oaks—places you just moments from parks, trails, and Austin’s premier dining and entertainment on South Congress. Don't miss this incredibly rare investment opportunity in an unbeatable location.

1605 Chelsea Ln, Austin
$348,500
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4051945 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
Stylish, low-maintenance living in a prime South Austin location! This thoughtfully designed residence features a sleek kitchen with quartz and wood countertops, complemented by luxury tile flooring throughout. Refrigerator, washer, and dryer convey, making move-in effortless. The flexible floor plan offers two bedrooms plus a private office, along with one and one-half baths—perfect for modern living, working, and entertaining. Enjoy the ease of a gated community with covered, reserved parking for two vehicles and a private storage locker. HOA covers exterior maintenance and insurance, water, trash, and access to the community pool—so you can spend more time enjoying the lifestyle and less time on upkeep. Unbeatable walkability to South Congress, St. Edward’s University, Stacy Park & Pool, and Lady Bird Lake puts Austin’s best dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. Urban convenience meets lock-and-leave comfort in this standout property.

2302 East Side Dr Unit 28, Austin
$875,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7169539 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
Rare Travis Heights gem corner lot w/ alley access!! Vintage Character & Charm in this 3/1 bungalow offers location, space and classic 04 feel. Ideally located on one of the best streets in the heart of the highly sought after Travis Heights neighborhood & a stone's throw away from Stacy Park & Pool, SoCo & Ladybird Lake, this absolutely adorable home boasts original hardwoods & beautifully illuminated spaces from the multitude of windows throughout. The gorgeous kitchen, handsome tile backsplash, loads of counter space & ample storage. Alley accessed lot provides an inviting front yard with covered porch & towering shade trees, a lush, fully fenced private back yard, 1 car garage. With this truly incredible location in the heart of a bustling area brimming with awesome amenities, walk, bike or jog to all the hot spots 78704 and the city have to offer. Don't miss an amazing opportunity to own this 78704 gem!

1801 Travis Heights Blvd, Austin
$3,950,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4989635 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
This extraordinary new construction with masterful architectural attention to space and light provides the rare opportunity to live in a modern luxury home in Travis Heights. Surrounded by majestic live oaks, this thoughtfully designed home maximizes indoor/outdoor living, with a show- stopping wall of sliding glass doors connecting the entire first floor to a sweeping Brazilian hardwood deck and pool. Every detail focuses on first-class materials that bring nature inside. Beautiful hardwoods, marble, quartzite, and handmade tile imbue the home with warm sophistication. Gathering areas feel both intimate and expansive with a huge entertaining kitchen containing two sinks, two dishwashers and butler pantry, and a generous open living/dining area. The primary suite features a large closet, wood- wrapped spa bath, walk-in shower, and ample storage. Two spacious ensuite bedrooms with walk-in closets and laundry complete the second floor, and the third floor provides a bonus attic space and wonderful roof terrace in the treetops with downtown views. The guest suite is conveniently located off the entry and a flex suite for an office, gym, or nanny suite resides next to the pool. This custom home is exceptional for its smart, sustainable design and construction quality. A full solar roof array provides significant energy savings, and a large two-car garage is wired for EV charging. A security system is installed, along with hard wiring to each room to meet every digital desire. All materials were vetted for sustainability including Forest Stewardship Certified wood, low/no-VOC paints, and no-VOC foam insulation. With care taken at every stage from framing to finish out, this energy-efficient home is built to last. Full of historic charm, tree-lined streets, and parks, Travis Heights is steps away from Lady Bird Lake, South Congress, and the East Side. This gorgeous home promises you can have it all: the very best of Austin downtown and neighborhood living.

1319 Bonham Ter, Austin
$2,353,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4785707 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
ELEGANT MINIMALIST MODERN IN TRAVIS HEIGHTS Located on a premier hillside street in Travis Heights, this modern home at 1503 Alta Vista offers superior craftsmanship and thoughtfully designed spaces, including a finished third floor with panoramic downtown skyline views. Clean design and a palette of beautiful natural materials come together in this woodsy home dropped from the pages of Dwell magazine. Custom millwork with generous storage, luxurious quartzite and quartz countertops, and recessed lighting run throughout the open, yet clearly defined kitchen, living, and dining spaces. The primary suite features a large master bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closet. The laundry is conveniently located on the second floor along with two ensuite bedrooms, each with a large closet and bathroom. The third floor flex space can accommodate a fourth bedroom, office, and/or social space to take in the truly spectacular views of the downtown Austin skyline and west Austin hills. Designed by Cotera + Reed Architects, with 30+ years of architectural design experience in Austin and developed by Alta Design Partners, the home is notable for its quality of construction with steel beam reinforcing and rock solid framing, quality of materials with Marvin windows, solid wood doors, Forest Stewardship Certified (FSC) wood, handmade tile, and more. The property is located on one of the prettiest streets in the neighborhood, lined with grand heritage live oaks, classic cottages, and newer moderns. Coveted alley access provides easy parking and entry, and the charming backyard has room for a small pool. A stroll away from South Congress shopping and entertainment district, the hike and bike trail, and a mere minutes drive to downtown, Rainey, and the East Side, scoop up this rare quality new construction with the perfect layout and location for vibrant Austin living.

1503 Alta Vista Ave, Austin
$299,999
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4466374 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
Travis Heights neighborhood next to downtown Austin. Pool onsite. Third floor community terrace with a beautiful view of downtown. Condo with dishwasher, washer/dryer and walk in closets. Wood floors through out with stainless steel appliances. Open, on-site parking. Quick walk to South Congress restaurants and shops. - HOA approves short-term rentals.

1202 Newning Ave Unit 311, Austin
$855,000
3572805 MLS ⋅ 78704 Zip Code
One of just a handful of Travis Heights lots north of Live Oak under $1million. Make your 78704 dreams come true by building one residence or up to three. Just 5 short blocks to bustling South Congress Avenue, this rare find is level and mostly cleared. Share Heritage Live Oak tree with neighbor next door and enjoy the shade! Faces north for minimal summer sun exposure. See agent about development options, and possible plans next door on the corner at 409.

407 E Monroe St, Austin