5323 Downs Dr Austin, TX 78721
East MLK NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,250/month
Highlights
- Home fronts a creek
- Panoramic View
- Open Floorplan
- Solar Power System
- 0.39 Acre Lot
- Mature Trees
About This Home
Experience the perfect intersection of old school East Austin and tranquil country vibes at this unique two bedroom home on a .39 acre lot in a quiet neighborhood. A stylish modern home on a peaceful hillside with a forest-like yard full of mature growth trees, fire-pit, hammock, air-conditioned outdoor meditation room and private tree-house-like bungalow with half bath, balcony and outdoor shower. The main house was built in 1964 and retains its charm while boasting modern amenities including all you need to live, cook, and relax. The property is perched at the top of a hill on a large lot with a one-of-a-kind backyard that is a world unto its own. Peaceful, relaxing and containing a separate studio and balcony and a private, air-conditioned meditation room. Walk all the way down the hill to find a hidden creek at the bottom.
Listing Agent
Compass RE Texas, LLC Brokerage Phone: (512) 587-1246 License #0729155 Listed on: 10/17/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 0.39 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a creek
- East Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
- Landscaped
- Interior Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Mature Trees
- Wooded Lot
- Many Trees
- Back Yard Fenced
Property Views
- Panoramic
- City
- Woods
- Creek or Stream
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,375 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Woodwork
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Window Treatments
- Multiple Living Areas
- Storage
- Stacked Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Free-Standing Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Dual Closets
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- Gravel Driveway
Accessible Home Design
- No Interior Steps
Eco-Friendly Details
- Sustainability products and practices used to construct the property include see remarks
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Solar Power System
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Norman-Sims Elementary School
- Garcia Middle School
- Lyndon B Johnson High School
Utilities
- Zoned Cooling
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Above Ground Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Truman Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 02102102020000
- Tax Block A
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,190 | $480,595 | $297,159 | $183,436 |
| 2023 | $11,190 | $566,321 | $258,750 | $307,571 |
| 2022 | $12,677 | $641,905 | $258,750 | $383,155 |
| 2021 | $6,216 | $285,573 | $201,250 | $133,365 |
| 2020 | $5,568 | $259,612 | $201,250 | $58,362 |
| 2018 | $4,773 | $215,563 | $201,250 | $73,323 |
| 2017 | $4,370 | $195,966 | $161,000 | $80,892 |
| 2016 | $3,973 | $178,151 | $86,250 | $91,901 |
| 2015 | $3,573 | $166,009 | $86,250 | $79,759 |
| 2014 | $3,573 | $150,128 | $71,500 | $78,628 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 12/16/25 | For Rent | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | For Sale | $635,000 | -2.3% | $462 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/16/2021 07/16/21 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 06/16/2021 06/16/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/03/2021 06/03/21 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $448 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | Texas National Title | |
| Deed | -- | Texas National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Corridor Title Llc |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $548,250 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $548,250 | New Conventional |
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 9900153
APN: 201172
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