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308 Lightsey RD, Austin TX 78704

Austin, TX 78704 · Brinwood Sec 04

Single Family Residence for sale in Brinwood Sec 04

3Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
934Square Ft
0.14Acres
1Garage
1964Year Built
New
1 / 17
$399,000
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Overview

Property Description

Incredible opportunity to own a piece of Austin's coveted 78704 zip code for under $400,000! Ideally situated between South 1st Street and South Congress Avenue, this property puts you in the heart of everything that makes South Austin so special. Walk to neighborhood favorites, eclectic restaurants, coffee shops, live music venues, and some of Austin's most popular shopping and entertainment destinations. Just minutes from downtown, Lady Bird Lake, and Zilker Park, this location offers the quintessential Austin lifestyle. The home itself is a solid, single-story residence situated on a fantastic, tree-shaded lot with mature landscaping and plenty of potential. Whether you're looking to renovate, invest, or create your dream home in one of Austin's most desirable neighborhoods, the possibilities are endless. Opportunities at this price point in 78704 are increasingly hard to find. Priced to sell and ready for its next chapter. Don't miss it!

Financial Info
Price
$399,000
$ / Sqft
$427
HOA
None
Tax Rate
2.0464%
Est. Taxes
$3,201
Tax Year
2026
Exemptions
None
Legal Info
Address
308 Lightsey RD
County
Travis
City
Austin
State
TX
Zip
78704
Subdivision
Brinwood Sec 04
Legal Description
LOT 20 BLK 2 BRINWOOD SEC 4
Parcel
04070311570000
Interior Features
Floor
Carpet, Linoleum
Num Living
1
Dining
1
Appliances
Disposal, Gas Range, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, RNGHD, Vented Exhaust Fan
Laundry
In Garage, Main Level
Master Bed
Primary Bedroom on Main
Master Main
Yes
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main, None, Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Drapes, Screens
General Info
Beds
3 Total / 3 Main Level
Full / Half Baths
1 / 0
Prop Type
Residential
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Stories
1
Year Built
1964 / Resale
Square Feet
934 / Public Records
Garages
1
Garage Desc
Additional Parking, Attached, Attached Carport, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Shingle
Construction
Brick, Wood Siding
Acres
0.14
Lot Description
Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Level, Trees-Moderate
Restrictions
City Restrictions
Flood Plain
No
View
Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Water Access
No
Waterfront
No
Area
6
Utility Info
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Above Ground, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Heat
Central
A C
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Exterior Features
Fence
Back Yard, Chain Link
Exterior Features
Lighting, Private Entrance, Enclosed, Front Porch
Pool On Property
No
Area Amenities
None

Price history

Days on market
$399,000
List price
0
Price reductions
Active
Since Nov 4, 2026
Property history1 event
DateEventPriceChange
Nov 4, 2026New Listing

Taxes

2026 Estimated Property Taxes

TCAD account 309901

Uses rates from the supplied 2026 TCAD package. The file does not identify adopted or proposed status.

2026 taxing entities, rates per $100, taxable values and estimated taxes
Taxing EntityRate per $100Taxable ValueEstimated Tax
AUSTIN COMM COLL DIST0.103400$515,042$532.55
AUSTIN ISD0.925200$515,042$4,765.17
CITY OF AUSTIN0.524017$515,042$2,698.91
TRAVIS COUNTY0.375845$515,042$1,935.76
TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT0.118023$515,042$607.87
Ordinary property tax estimate2.046485$10,540.26

Informational estimate, not a tax bill or taxes paid. Exemptions and tax ceilings can make taxes differ from the combined rate multiplied by one taxable value. PID assessments and other special charges are excluded; collector coverage has not been established.

Source: Travis County

Historical Tax Summary

Annual taxes billed are the Tax Imposed amounts reported in the latest available Travis Tax Office statement. Exemptions and tax ceilings may prevent combined rate × taxable value from equaling the billed amount. Other collectors or assessments may not be included.

YearAppraised ValueCombined Rate per $100Annual Taxes Billed
2025—2.046485$11,761.68
2024—1.981814$3,201.54
2023—1.809247$2,793.49
2022—1.974923$2,650.48
2021—2.176679$2,699.77
2020—2.226665$2,790.57

Source: Travis County

Combined rates exclude PID placeholder rates. Historical amounts reflect the statement’s snapshot and may change after later corrections; they do not describe payment status. Appraisal values come from the legacy CAD source.

Schools

School Info
District
Austin ISD
Elementary
Dawson
Middle
Bedichek
High
Travis

Maps

Financing

Your preferences

  • 20% down
  • Conv/Jumbo
  • 30 years
  • 6.50% rate

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List price $399,000
Down payment
Stays 20% if you change the price
Note rate, not APR
From this listing’s tax record
*Estimated only (1% of price / yr)

Estimated monthly payment

$2,618 / mo

20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed

Estimated monthly payment $2,618

Principal & interest
$2,018
Property taxes
$267
Homeowners insurance
$333

*PITI only

These figures are estimates for general information only — not a loan offer, a quote, or a guarantee of financing terms.

Principal, interest and balance for each year
YearStarting balancePrincipal paidInterest paidEnding balancePrincipal vs interest
1$319,200$3,568$20,643$315,632
2$315,632$3,807$20,404$311,825
3$311,825$4,062$20,149$307,764
4$307,764$4,334$19,877$303,430
5$303,430$4,624$19,587$298,806
6$298,806$4,934$19,277$293,873
7$293,873$5,264$18,947$288,609
8$288,609$5,617$18,594$282,992
9$282,992$5,993$18,218$276,999
10$276,999$6,394$17,817$270,605
  • Year 1$315,632
    Principal paid
    $3,568
    Interest paid
    $20,643
    Starting balance
    $319,200
  • Year 2$311,825
    Principal paid
    $3,807
    Interest paid
    $20,404
    Starting balance
    $315,632
  • Year 3$307,764
    Principal paid
    $4,062
    Interest paid
    $20,149
    Starting balance
    $311,825
  • Year 4$303,430
    Principal paid
    $4,334
    Interest paid
    $19,877
    Starting balance
    $307,764
  • Year 5$298,806
    Principal paid
    $4,624
    Interest paid
    $19,587
    Starting balance
    $303,430
  • Year 6$293,873
    Principal paid
    $4,934
    Interest paid
    $19,277
    Starting balance
    $298,806
  • Year 7$288,609
    Principal paid
    $5,264
    Interest paid
    $18,947
    Starting balance
    $293,873
  • Year 8$282,992
    Principal paid
    $5,617
    Interest paid
    $18,594
    Starting balance
    $288,609
  • Year 9$276,999
    Principal paid
    $5,993
    Interest paid
    $18,218
    Starting balance
    $282,992
  • Year 10$270,605
    Principal paid
    $6,394
    Interest paid
    $17,817
    Starting balance
    $276,999
First 10 of 30 years

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