1305 Cedar Ave

Two-home property in the Chestnut neighborhood of East Austin. Perfect for a family looking for on-site rental income (short- or long-term) or the owner seeking private accommodations for family/guests. The ~1,080 sqft front house is a 1922 bungalow (remodeled in 2012) with 2 BRs and 2 full baths. The ~1,310 sqft rear house (built in 2017) has 2 BRs, 1.5 baths, and a 3rd-story loft/office. Utilities are not metered separately. Location Within walking distance to the restaurants/bars on East 12th St, MLK Blvd, and Manor Rd, this home is well-suited for anyone looking to enjoy their free time at local venues. Also conveniently located nearby are public transit options into downtown. The CapMetro #6 route bus stop is 1 block away with a 15 min travel time to Republic Square, and the CapMetro Redline at the MLK station is 0.5 miles away with an 11 min travel time to downtown. Front House The front door (punch code deadbolt) is located under a covered porch, with plenty of space for outdoor seating. There is a rear deck off the kitchen, which leads to a separate laundry room (W/D included). The floors are tile in the living and kitchen area and both bathrooms, and laminate wood in both BRs. The primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. The smaller bedroom gets ample natural light from 2 west-facing windows. A second full bathroom is accessible off the living room. The home has central air and ceiling fans in the living space and BRs. The windows in the BRs and living room have blinds for privacy and shade. The driveway fits 2 cars, and further parking is available on the street. The roof, water heater, and kitchen sink faucet were replaced in 2020, and one of the bathrooms got a new shower in 2023. Other recent upgrades include a new microwave (2024), new HVAC unit (2019), new dishwasher (2018), new fridge (2018), and new garbage disposal (2018). Back House The building has a single entrance (punch code deadbolt) that is located in a semi-enclosed courtyard behind an 8 ft tall gated fence. The first floor of the home contains both BRs, each with ample closet space. Also downstairs are the full bathroom and included W/D units under the stairs. The floors on the first level are sealed concrete. Each room has large, operable picture windows, and 10 ft ceilings with 8 ft doorways and closets. The stairs, the 2nd floor, and 3rd story loft have bamboo flooring. The second floor is a nearly unbroken space measuring 560 sq. ft, including the open living, dining, kitchen, and half bath. The upstairs is filled with light from the multiple large windows and has a 17 ft vaulted ceiling. The kitchen contains all new stainless steel appliances (gas range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and garbage disposal). There is ample kitchen storage, Silestone counters, a pantry, and an island. Above the dining area is the 160 sqft loft space, which is ideal for either an office or guest space. The loft is accessed via a movable library ladder and affords a view of the downtown skyline. Exiting the upstairs living spaces, you will find a spacious 200 sq. ft wooden deck below which is located the home's covered parking space. The deck is almost entirely encircled by the canopies of multiple trees and provides a very private and relaxing outdoor experience. The home also offers central air and heat and remote control operated ceiling fans in each bedroom as well as the upstairs living space. There is an additional mini-split unit in the second story. Solar shades in each of the bedrooms also provide privacy and a degree of solar heat mitigation. The standing-seam metal roof also reflects the Texas heat. The home at the rear of the property is accessed via the alley behind the lot and includes 1 space for a vehicle underneath the carport. Further parking is available along 13th St or Cedar Ave for a second vehicle.