1020 Spence St
Austin, TX 78702
East Cesar Chavez
2 Beds
1 Bath
768 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
768 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.
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Description
Here’s your shot to own something meaningful in one of Austin’s most electric, walkable, and deeply rooted neighborhoods. Set within a two-lot condo regime in East Austin, Lot A is home to the original bungalow, a place full of character, presence, and a story worth continuing. Whether you’re drawn to it as a long-term hold, a creative East Austin retreat, or a piece of old Austin with room to thoughtfully evolve, this one carries the kind of history you can’t manufacture. The home was purchased from the estate of Ernest Rangel Perez, a Tejano legend whose influence on Austin’s music scene still resonates today. That connection gives the property a creative pulse that feels right at home in this pocket of the city. From the bungalow, you can take in commanding skyline views, with Downtown Austin stretching out in front of you, including the Waterline tower, the tallest building in Texas. Architect plans are already in place to preserve the original bungalow while reimagining it into a striking new build designed to capture those views from nearly every angle. Location is everything here, and this one delivers in every direction. Rainey Street is minutes to the west, East 6th and Cesar Chavez sit just north, the Holly District lies to the east, and Lady Bird Lake and Festival Beach are right to the south. With nearby bus routes, quick I-35 access, and the future I-35 cap and stitch project, this pocket is only getting more connected over time. Lot A is Austin’s culture, past, present, and future, wrapped into one very special bungalow. Music history, neighborhood energy, skyline views, and the city’s next chapter all meet here. Cool neighborhood. Real history. Big views. A bungalow with a story worth carrying forward. Buyer to verify all info.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$684
Listed
4 days ago
Home Details for 1020 Spence St
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 768 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Available, Internet-Fiber, Sewer Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) |
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Gas & Electric Has Electric on Property |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Blinds, Window CoveringsFlooring: Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Tile, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: City, City Lights |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Front PorchFencing: Full, Gate, Perimeter, WoodOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Exterior Steps, Private YardFoundation: Pillar/Post/PierNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Outside |
Pool Pool: None |
Frontage Waterfront: NoneNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
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Days on Market: 4 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1920 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Not a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 02030409170000A |
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Price List Price: $525,000Price Per Sqft: $684 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Funding |
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Direction & Address City: AustinCommunity: M K & T |
School Information Elementary School: SanchezElementary School District: Austin ISDJr High / Middle School: MartinJr High / Middle School District: Austin ISDHigh School: AustinHigh School District: Austin ISD |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 1134092 |
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Community rooms Fitness Center |
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Community Features: Dog Park, Fitness Center, Google Fiber, Lake, Park, Playground, Sidewalks |
Other Playground |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 6137.604 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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Mls Number: 1134092Attribution Contact: (512) 270-8586 |
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Dog ParkGoogle FiberLakeParkPlaygroundSidewalks |
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Jean Bruns, (512) 270-8586
Christie's Int'l Real Estate, (512) 270-8586
Source: Unlock MLS, MLS#1134092
Also Listed on Unlock MLS.
Price History for 1020 Spence St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/01/2026 | $525,000 | Listed For Sale | Unlock MLS #1134092 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $9,756 |
| Assessment | $476,709 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1020 Spence St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.15 | Single-Family Home | - | 09/18/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,001 | |
0.58 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/21/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,034 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | - | 01/16/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,122 | |
0.85 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/24/26 | 2 | 1 | 860 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 1020 Spence St.
- Austin High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 2317 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageA few safety issues. For a long period of time the front door was unlocked at all times, the lock did not work. My main concern is that it is well known that random people not attending the school can come in and walk around for hours without being noticed by staff. I attended for four years and the same sinks that were broken freshman year still did not work senior year. Some staff are great, while others are punitive. Parking spots are also few and far between. There’s also no measurements taken against bullying. I’ve seen students throw drinks at other students in the midst of class and the teachers would not say anything. Pickup at the end of the day is also a nightmare, as parents park in the middle of the road or on the grass to pick up their children, it is an unsafe environment for novice drivers to navigate.Student Review1y ago - Martin Middle School
- 7-8
- Public
- 296 Students
1/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI used to work here from 2017-2020 and when I heard the news that this school is closing, I was so happy! The students with the exception of like 20%, are the absolute worst people I’ve ever had to teach. They’re rude, violent, very very low IQ, and their parents are no different. The school is an entire safety concern and admin will do absolutely nothing to help you or your child if they are bullied, beaten up and in fact, will probably cover it up and blame you. The academics are incredibly low, the students refuse to learn and would rather fight, argue, scream and resist any type of education. When Covid hit, I was so glad to have gotten away from these students and I was even more thankful that the good students were set free from them as well. I am glad this school is closing, it’s underperforming for years and I hope the school is demolished and the land is put to better use.Thank you Austin ISD for making the correct decision!Other Review3mo ago - Sanchez Elementary School
- PK-6
- Public
- 489 Students
1/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school doesn't help the kids that need xtra help. Instead of helping my kid with her Reading they just let her fail. She received nothing but 3 and 4's all year long except Reading. They helped the Spanish speaking students, but not mine... they informed me all late in the year that my kid will be held back. I kept asking if there was any help at school? and they would say no. At the end of the year they inform me that they needed my permission to have her pulled out of the classroom to get her the help she needed, really with less than 6wks. ? and they still didn't really offer me to sign anything? ?... The bilingual program they offered just confused my kid and I my friends kid to this day... Her new teacher at her present has told me BY LAW with her low scores in Reading she should've got help not not retained another full year !! Especially since they knew about her low scores early in the year.. she feels my kid was cheated and I totally agree... She should've got her some help....Parent Review6y ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.
What Locals Say about East Cesar Chavez
At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
94 % Say it's dog friendly
85 % Say there are sidewalks
62 % Say car is needed
59 % Say parking is easy
53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
52 % Say there's holiday spirit
52 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say yards are well-kept
47 % Say it's quiet
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
43 % Say streets are well-lit
41 % Say there's wildlife
30 % Say there are community events
21 % Say kids play outside
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Jean Bruns, Christie's Int'l Real Estate, (512) 270-8586
Agent Phone: (512) 270-8586
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1020 Spence St, Austin, TX 78702 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 768 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 1020 Spence St is located in East Cesar Chavez, Austin. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Unlock MLS on May 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1134092.