$365,000
SOLD AUG 5, 2025
Last list price
1 Bed
1 Bath
637 Sq Ft
$588/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$573 Per Sq Ft

183 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Mathews Elementary School Rated A
  • City View
  • 5-minute walk to Wooldridge Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to Unit 5F in the historic Brown Building Lofts. Originally built in 1938 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997, this Austin icon was converted to lofts in the early 2000s. The historic designation means property taxes are dramatically lower than similarly valued downtown properties. A homestead exemption further lowers taxes, making the Brown Building one of Austin’s most affordable downtown addresses. While short-term rentals are prohibited, leases of at least six months are allowed, and the building is popular with traveling tenants. The $588 monthly HOA fee includes a reserved parking space in the attached garage and all utilities except electricity and cable/internet. Gigabit internet service is available. Unit 5F includes dramatic east-facing downtown views and has dual window shades. The solar shade filters direct sun and the powered blackout shade affords total privacy. The unit includes appliances, including refrigerator, newer Bosch dishwasher, microwave, electric range, and washer/dryer located in a laundry closet. This unit features the original terrazzo floors and steel casement windows with 10.5’ exposed concrete ceilings. Located right off the secure elevators, in/out access is quick. The elegant deco lobby is accessible to building occupants only. The building includes a fitness room and rooftop sundeck for enjoying sunsets & twilight breezes. The Brown Building is very pet-friendly! Located close to Austin nightlife destinations but in a quiet part of downtown.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Griffice

Robert Griffice Brokerage Phone: (512) 201-9088 License #0606263 Listed on: 01/12/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristi Scott

RE/MAX Fine Properties License #0741293

RE/MAX Fine Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,659

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • East Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in average condition

HOA Fees

  • $588 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Flat Tile Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Masonry Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 637 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Woodwork
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Terrazzo Flooring
  • City Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Schools

  • Mathews Elementary School
  • O Henry Middle School
  • Austin High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02060121500000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, water, insurance, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, parking, sewer, trash
  • Brown Building Lofts Association
  • Brown Bldg Lofts Condo Amd Subdivision
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • On-Site Maintenance

Amenities

  • Community Mailbox
  • Bike Room

Recreation

  • Fitness Center

Security

  • Card or Code Access
  • Gated Community
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,659

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$588 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: From Congress Ave. head west on 8th St one block. The Brown Building is on the corner of 8th St and Colorado. Paid street parking is available around the building and there are two 15-minute parking zones in front of the building.
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Fencing: Partial, Wrought Iron
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 637
  • Other Structures: None
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 201-9088
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: No
  • Estimated Taxes: 4659.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Restrictions: Covenant
  • Tax Exemptions: Historical,See Remarks
  • Unit Style: High Rise (8-13 Stories),Elevator,Loft
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main
  • View: City
  • Flooring: Terrazzo
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Water Heater
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Property Condition: Historic Design, Average
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Window Treatments, See Remarks
  • Laundry Location: In Unit,Laundry Closet
  • Num Dining: 0
  • Num Living: 1
  • Num Other Level Beds: 0

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, See Remarks
  • Roof: Flat Tile, Membrane
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Attached, Garage, Secured
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Water, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Parking, Sewer, Trash, See Remarks
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee: 588

Association/Amenities

  • Association Name: Brown Building Lofts
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Bike Storage/Locker, Cluster Mailbox, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Gated, Lock and Leave, Maintenance On-Site

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mathews
  • High School: Austin
  • Middle/Junior School: O Henry
  • Junior High Dist: Austin ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Alley, Corner Lot, Curbs, Near Public Transit, Public Maintained Road
  • Parcel Number: 02060121500000
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.002
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 87.12
  • Subdivision Name: Brown Bldg Lofts Condo Amd

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Masonry – All Sides
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4659
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 637
  • Tax Rate: 1.98181400000000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2016
Sold by
Balanza Gonzalo and Balanza Kerry
Bought by
Mason Bird Sarah and Mason Imman

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Outstanding Balance
$104,434
Interest Rate
3.14%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Estimated Equity
$267,183

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2015
Sold by
Ingram Julie M and Ingram Susan C
Bought by
Balanza Gonzalo and Balanza Kerry

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2001
Sold by
Lbj Brown Building Lp
Bought by
Brown John F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Vendors Lien -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Heritage Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $215,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $144,000 Commercial
Closed $18,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Sold -- -- --
06/04/2025 06/04/25 Price Changed $365,000 -2.7% $573 / Sq Ft
01/12/2025 01/12/25 For Sale $375,000 0.0% $589 / Sq Ft
01/02/2023 01/02/23 Rented $2,100 -4.5% --
11/30/2022 11/30/22 Under Contract -- -- --
11/22/2022 11/22/22 For Rent $2,200 0.0% --
11/20/2022 11/20/22 Under Contract -- -- --
11/14/2022 11/14/22 For Rent $2,200 -- --
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $4,659 $317,267 $18,226 $299,041
2023 $4,659 $357,490 $18,226 $339,264
2022 $6,158 $311,797 $18,226 $293,571
2021 $7,346 $337,505 $18,226 $319,279
2020 $7,142 $333,000 $18,226 $314,774
2019 $8,578 $353,000 $18,226 $334,774
2018 $6,890 $311,191 $18,226 $294,460
2017 $6,309 $282,901 $18,226 $264,675
2016 $5,753 $257,960 $18,226 $239,734
2015 $1,155 $219,997 $17,753 $202,244
2014 $1,155 $204,061 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 5902796

Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

APN: 499372