2002 East Side DR, Austin TX 78704, Austin, TX 78704
About this property
Charming cottage in 78704 and Travis Heights neighborhood. Lovingly maintained by same owners for 40+ years. Large lot with separate studio in back, currently leased. Both structures are just minutes from Austin’s best shopping, dining and music. With hike and bike trails, Stacy Park, and Lady Bird Lake nearby, and the eclectic shops and eateries of South Congress, this one-of-a-kind property invites you to come and thrive in true 78704 style.
House Features: Custom vaulted ceiling with loft. Totally remodeled bathroom with german Grohe thermostatically controlled shower, grab bars and custom teak seat. Custom-built in entertainment center with CD/DVD storage. Working fireplace that has been equipped with a gas insert. Original oak wood floors that have been refinished and in excellent condition. Doors have original brass plates and glass doorknobs. Pressed-tin ceiling in the kitchen. All windows in the main house have been replaced with Anderson Windows with highest quality screens. Exterior Construction and Yard Features: Original exterior brick is flawless, no cracks and foundation has recently been reinforced. Covered patio with ceiling fans, Roller shade curtains and lighting. An 8×10 ft. greenhouse for any green thumb, includes wiring on separate GFCI and water. The rear garden is pesticide free with a Meyers Lemon Tree as a focus.
Studio Apt: 504 Sq Ft. Second floor garage apartment is easily rented and provides additional income. This unit has had the foundation fully rebuilt, windows replaced and recent HVAC, and its own city utilities with an upgraded electrical 200 amp panel. Updated with Pergo floors and recessed lighting. Current tenants have been present for 14 years. Down-below studio space below can been used for a variety of purposes: woodworking shop, music studio, and exercise room. It is fully air conditioned and heated with a work sink. There is extensive storage and includes a hidden locked storage unit.
Basic Property Information
<strong>Dwelling Size - </strong> 1,128 ft2
From Public Records
<strong>Year Built - </strong> 1939
<strong>Stories - </strong> One
<strong>Foundation - </strong> Pillar/Post/Pier
<strong>Garage - </strong> 0
Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Off Street, Workshop in Garage
<strong>Roof - </strong> Asbestos Shingle
<strong>Lot Size Acres - </strong> 0.1403
<strong>Waterfront Features - </strong> None
Bedrooms - 2
<strong>Main Level Bedrooms - </strong> 2
<strong>Bathrooms - </strong> 1
<strong>Full - </strong> 1
<strong>Half - </strong> 0
<strong>Living Rooms - </strong> 1
<strong>Dining Rooms - </strong> 1
<strong>Fireplaces - </strong> 1
Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
<strong>Pool on Property- </strong> None
School District
<strong>School District - </strong> Austin ISD
<strong>Elementary - </strong> Travis Hts
<strong>Middle - </strong> Lively
<strong>Senior High - </strong> Travis
Home Owners Association
Amenities and Features
Other Features
Breakfast Bar
Built-in Features
Cedar Closet(s)
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dishwasher
Disposal
Electric Car Plug-in
Electrical Utility Available
Entrance Foyer
Exterior Steps
Free-Standing Gas Oven
Free-Standing Gas Range
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Garden
Gas Dryer Hookup
Gas Water Heater
Gutters Full
Has Garage
High Speed Internet
Lighting
Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Microwave
Murphy Bed
Pantry
Primary Bedroom on Main
Quartz Counters
Recessed Lighting
Self Cleaning Oven
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Storage
Study/Home Office
Track Lighting
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Washer Hookup
Washer/Dryer
Water Purifier Owned
Wired for Sound
Utilities
Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Exhaust Fan Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
<strong>Lot Features - </strong> Front Yard, Garden, Sloped Down
<strong>Sellers Representative - </strong> Mark Downs Market & Management
(512) 496-8700
<strong>Other Structures - </strong> See Remarks, Guest House, Workshop
<strong>Accessibility Features - </strong> Grip-Accessible Features, Hand Rails
<strong>Community Features - </strong> Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool
Walk Score
Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® for the period 08/22/2026 through 08/22/2026. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied.
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