Beds 2
Baths 1
Sqft 768
Acres 0.14
Property Type Home
Heating Central
Parking Outside
Year Built 1920
Stories 1
Cooling Central Air
Days on Market 153
Garages 0

About 1020 Spence St A And #b

Here’s your shot to create something meaningful in one of Austin’s most electric, walkable, and deeply rooted neighborhoods. Set within a 2-lot condo regime in East Austin, this property offers a rare mix of flexibility, views, and history. The existing bungalow on site is full of character and presence, paired with a lot that opens the door to multiple future paths. Whether you’re thinking thoughtful redevelopment, long-term hold, or a layered compound that blends old Austin with what’s next, this one already has a story worth continuing. This home was purchased from the estate of Ernest Rangel Perez, a Tejano legend whose influence on Austin’s music scene still resonates today. This property has always been tied to Austin’s creative pulse, and it still carries that energy in a way you can feel when you stand on the lot and take in the commanding skyline views. Downtown Austin stretches out in front of you, including the Waterline tower, the tallest building in Texas. Architect plans are already in place to preserve the original bungalow while incorporating it into a striking new build designed to capture those views from nearly every angle. The condo regime allows for additional structures, and with recent zoning changes, there’s real flexibility to explore multiple configurations, each with the potential for rooftop city views. Location is everything here, and this one delivers in every direction. Rainey Street is minutes to the west, East 6th and Cesar Chavez sit just north, the Holly District lies to the east, and Lady Bird Lake and Festival Beach are right to the south. With nearby bus routes, quick I-35 access, and the future I-35 cap and stitch project, this pocket is only getting more connected over time. This property is Austin’s culture, past, present, and future, on the same block. It’s a place where music history, neighborhood energy, and the city’s next chapter meet. Cool neighborhood. Real history. Big views. Endless ways to imagine what comes next.

Location

Legal Description LOT 16.B BLK 3 OLT 31-32 DIV O M K & T
Address 1020 Spence St A And #b
County Travis
City Austin
Zip Code 78702
Subdivision M K & T
School District Austin ISD
MLS Area 5

Size and Restrictions

Acres 0.14
Lot Description Alley, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit, Few Trees, Trees Medium Size, Views
Horses Allowed No
$/Acre $5,670,688

Improvements

Parking Outside
Fence Full, Gate, Perimeter, Wood
Exterior Features Exterior Steps, Private Yard

Features

View City Lights, City
Water Access None

Utilities

Water Public
Utilities Electricity Available, Fiber Optic Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Amenities

Area Amenities Dog Park, Fitness Center, Internet Access, Lake, Playground, Park, Sidewalks, Curbs

Beds and Baths

Bedrooms 2
Main Level Beds 2
Bathrooms 1 full
Primary on Main Yes

Other Rooms

Kitchen Appliances Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Laundry Facilities See Remarks

Heating and Cooling

Heating Central
Air Conditioning Central Air

Interior Features

Flooring Tile, Wood
Features High Ceilings, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Soaking Tub, Natural Woodwork
Disability None

Building Information

Square Feet 768
Year Built 1920
# of Stories 1
Building Faces Southwest
Construction Board & Batten Siding, Wood Siding
Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof Shingle

Property Features

Exterior Features Exterior Steps, Private Yard

Garage and Parking

Garage No
Parking Outside

Financial

$/Sq Ft $1,040
$/Acre $5,670,688
Special Conditions CityRestrictions
Documents Available Survey
Disclosures Lead Based Paint Disclosure

Property Taxes

Appraisal District Travis
Estimated Taxes $9,447
Tax ID 02030409170000
Tax Year 2025

Homeowner Association

Has HOA No

Listing Details

OfficeChristies Intl Real Estate Lone Star
Contact Info(512) 270-8586

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