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1020 Spence St, Austin, TX, 78702

2beds
1baths
768sqft
$525,000
$684price/sqft
$3,908/moest. monthly cost
$156,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

Here’s your shot to own something meaningful in one of Austin’s most electric, walkable, and deeply rooted neighborhoods. Set within a two-lot condo regime in East Austin, Lot A is home to the original bungalow, a place full of character, presence, and a story worth continuing. Whether you’re drawn to it as a long-term hold, a creative East Austin retreat, or a piece of old Austin with room to thoughtfully evolve, this one carries the kind of history you can’t manufacture. The home was purchased from the estate of Ernest Rangel Perez, a Tejano legend whose influence on Austin’s music scene still resonates today. That connection gives the property a creative pulse that feels right at home in this pocket of the city. From the bungalow, you can take in commanding skyline views, with Downtown Austin stretching 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 reimagining it into a striking new build designed to capture those views from nearly every angle. 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. Lot A is Austin’s culture, past, present, and future, wrapped into one very special bungalow. Music history, neighborhood energy, skyline views, and the city’s next chapter all meet here. Cool neighborhood. Real history. Big views. A bungalow with a story worth carrying forward. Buyer to verify all info.

Getting Around

87
WalkingVery Walkable
52
TransitGood Transit
96
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

1/10
Sanchez Elementary SchoolGrades PK-60.1 mi
1/10
Martin Middle SchoolGrades 7-80.4 mi
7/10
Austin High SchoolGrades 9-122.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Oven,Free-Standing Gas Range,Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Bedroom

  • Features: Natural Woodwork
  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Dining Area
  • Level: Main

Features

  • High Ceilings,Natural Woodwork,No Interior Steps,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom on Main,Soaking Tub
  • Window features: Blinds,Window Coverings
  • Flooring: Tile,Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 768 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Open to Family Room
  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Features: See Remarks
  • Level: Main

Primary Bathroom

  • Features: Full Bath
  • Level: Main

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: See Remarks
  • Level: Main

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 02030409170000A
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Front Porch
  • Exterior features: Exterior Steps,Private Yard
  • Fencing: Full, Gate, Perimeter, Wood
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City,City Lights
  • Waterfront features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,137 sqft
  • Features: Alley Access,Curbs,Few Trees,Front Yard,Interior Lot,Near Public Transit,Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft),Views
  • Lot size dimensions: 49 x 128

Parking

  • Parking features: Outside