5701 Link Ave, Austin, TX, 78752
About This Home
Central Austin Bungalow on Rare Quarter Acre Lot with New Roof and Endless Potential — Ideally located just minutes from the heart of Austin with easy access to Hwy 290 and I 35, this charming 1951 single level home offers a unique opportunity in a highly desirable central pocket neighborhood. Situated on a spacious 0.25 acre lot parallel to 2222, the property provides ample room to expand, build, or create your ideal outdoor living space. The home features a functional 2 bedroom, 1 bath layout with 840 square feet, original hardwood floors, and a cozy kitchen with ample cabinetry, ready for thoughtful updates or customization over time. Recent improvements include a recently replaced roof, updated electrical, and some updated plumbing, offering added value and peace of mind. Outside, enjoy a large backyard with a wood privacy fence and a partially renovated bus ready for a creative guest space or Airbnb concept, along with a widened driveway, 1 car garage, and carport. With no HOA, strong upside potential, and convenient access to downtown, UT, Mueller, Crestview Station, shopping, and dining, this property is ideal for buyers looking to personalize, invest, or hold long term. Buyer to verify development potential and zoning options. Buyer to verify development potential and zoning options Investor/Builder Opportunity! Property is zoned SF-3 with potential to build two condoable units
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1951
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Free-Standing Range
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Built-in Features,Primary Bedroom on Main
- Window features: None
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 02270903180000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: None
- Exterior features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached,Carport,Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hail
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,896 | $22,752 |
| Home Insurance * | $174 | $2,088 |
| Property Taxes | $542 | $6,504 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $2,850 | $34,200 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $410,000 |
| 2015-07-07 | Listing removed | $289,000 |
| 2015-06-18 | Listed for sale | $289,000 |
| 2014-07-11 | Sold | -- |
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