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Property Description
Outstanding opportunity for investors and builders in the heart of East Austin. Situated on a 0.15-acre lot zoned SF-3, 803 Vargas Rd offers the flexibility to construct up to two units-ideal for a duplex, an A&B build, or a single-family residence with an ADU. The property currently includes only a carport and storage shed, providing a true blank canvas for new construction. With no existing home to remove, you can move straight into planning and design-streamlining your timeline and maximizing your return potential. Surrounded by steady redevelopment, new homes sales and rental rates are confirming the strong demand and value growth within this thriving 78741 pocket. The location offers quick access to Downtown Austin, major highways, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, while nearby Lady Bird Lake and Roy G. Guerrero Park deliver trails, green space, and outdoor recreation just minutes away. Buyer to confirm city building guidelines, tax rates, and school information. Also listed as land sale mls ID:6032606
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 803 Vargas Rd
General
- Price: $199,900
- Taxes: $3,830 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 6978318
- Updated: 1/13/2026
- Added to Site: 28 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: See Remarks
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: See Remarks
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Travis
- Subdivision: Chernosky 15
- Driving Directions: Head east on E 5th st towards Brazos St, Turn left on brazos and then right onto E 7th street. Using the right 2 lanes, take the ramp to US-183 N, continue onto 183 S, Use the right lane to turn slightly right to stay on 183 S, Turn right onto Vargas Road
School Information
- Elem School District: Austin ISD
- Midd School District: Austin ISD
- High School District: Austin ISD
- Elementary School: Allison
- Middle School: Martin
- High School: Eastside Early College
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: See Remarks
- Property Condition: See Remarks
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1943
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,463.71
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Level, Trees Medium Size
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $193,302
- Tax Amount: $3,830.89
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Documents Avail.: See Remarks
- Legal Description: LOT 10 BLK 1 CHERNOSKY NO 15
- Disclosures/Reports: See Remarks
- Property ID: 3061802160000
- Block: 1
- Lot Number: 10
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 803 Vargas Rd
School District:Austin Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Allison Elementary School 515 Vargas Road, Austin, TX 78741 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Martin Middle School, Austin, TX 1601 Haskell Street, Austin, TX 78702 | 6-8 | 2.6 mi |
Eastside Memorial High School 900 Thompson Street, Austin, TX 78702 | 9-12 | 2.6 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 803 Vargas Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/19/2025
Listed
$199,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 803 Vargas Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,691
—
$193,302
-33%
2024
$5,691
-4%
$287,186
-4%
2022
$5,925
172%
$300,000
200%
2021
$2,177
-2%
$100,000
—
2020
$2,227
4%
$100,000
—
2020
$2,145
-2%
$100,000
—
2018
$2,197
228%
$100,000
—
2016
$669
-70%
$100,000
233%
2017
$2,230
224%
$30,000
—
2015
$689
-4%
$30,000
—
2014
$714
-3%
$30,000
—
2013
$739
—
$30,000
—
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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803 Vargas Road, Austin, TX 78741 (MLS# 6978318) is a Single Family property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 803 Vargas Road is currently listed for $199,900 and was received on December 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 803 Vargas Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Austin? You can browse all Austin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

