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Price
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10/10/2025
Listed
$1,650,000
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Property Description
Prime East Austin redevelopment opportunity - a rare double lot with dual street access, elevated hilltop setting, and sweeping downtown views. Spanning over half an acre, this unique property offers exceptional potential for new construction, multi-unit development, or the creation of a signature urban compound. The dual-access configuration enhances design flexibility and maximizes build options; A rarity in this highly sought-after location. Currently, the property features a beautifully remodeled 1910 farmhouse and a detached 900 SF apartment above a large garage. These existing improvements provide immediate value, rental income, and flexibility while planning future development. Hold as an investment, generate income, or reimagine the site as a premier East Austin address. The possibilities are wide open. Located just minutes from Downtown Austin, SoCo, and Lady Bird Lake, this double-lot hilltop offers the perfect balance of location, scale, and skyline views - an unmatched opportunity for developers, investors, or visionaries ready to shape East Austin's next landmark.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1603 Taylor Gaines St
General
- Price: $1,650,000
- Taxes: $18,629 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 1242790
- Updated: 10/10/2025
- Added to Site: 101 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Yard
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Travis
- Subdivision: SUMMIT HILL
- Driving Directions: EAST OF I-35TAKE WOODLAND LEFT ON SUMMIT, RIGHT ON TAYLOR-GAINES
School Information
- Elem School District: Austin ISD
- Midd School District: Austin ISD
- High School District: Austin ISD
- Elementary School: Travis Hts
- Middle School: Lively
- High School: Travis
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.6005
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 26,157.78
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size
- Fencing (Description): Partial, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $940,000
- Tax Amount: $18,629.05
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Documents Avail.: Survey
- Legal Description: LOT 5-6 SUMMIT HILL
- Disclosures/Reports: Seller Disclosure
- Property ID: 3030507060000
- Lot Number: 5-6
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Schools
Schools serving 1603 Taylor Gaines St
School District:Austin Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Travis Heights Elementary School 2010 Alameda Drive, Austin, TX 78704 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Fulmore Middle School 201 East Mary Street, Austin, TX 78704 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Travis High School 1211 East Oltorf Street, Austin, TX 78704 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1603 Taylor Gaines St
Tax History
Tax History for 1603 Taylor Gaines St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$27,643
—
$940,000
-33%
2024
$27,643
-18%
$1,394,814
-1%
2022
$33,842
—
$1,402,366
-18%
2022
$33,842
153%
$1,713,600
148%
2021
$13,351
-4%
$689,938
10%
2020
$13,966
4%
$627,216
—
2020
$13,453
8%
$624,108
10%
2018
$12,462
-1%
$567,371
2%
2016
$12,605
2%
$553,825
-2%
2017
$12,351
15%
$565,194
21%
2015
$10,738
16%
$467,663
22%
2013
$9,293
—
$384,657
2%
2013
$9,293
—
$377,283
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1603 Taylor Gaines Street, Austin, TX 78741 (MLS# 1242790) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 0.6005 acres. 1603 Taylor Gaines Street is currently listed for $1,650,000 and was received on October 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 1603 Taylor Gaines Street? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in Austin? You can browse all Austin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.