1802 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
OFF MARKET

1802 Lavaca St
Austin, TX 78701

Downtown
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,322 sqft

$2,717,900

Trulia Estimate
as of May 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,197/mo*
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$2,717,900

Trulia Estimate
as of May 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,197/mo*
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5 Beds
4 Baths
4,322 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Own a piece of Austin's history; the McDonald-McGowan House was built in 1876 and has served as a residence to mayors and governors over the years. A stunning example of Second Empire architecture, the property has been lovingly restored to honor the original designs. Featuring three floors, multiple rooms, and several bathrooms, the house is perfect for an upscale office, B&B or event space. The back garden is large and hosts a separate carriage house plus five parking spaces.Guest Accommodations: Yes Restrictions: Yes Sprinkler Sys:Yes
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

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Patio
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HOA
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Home Details for 1802 Lavaca St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Workshop, Solarium Atrium, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickPatio
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 5Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1876
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6882 sqft

Additional Information

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Price History for 1802 Lavaca St

DatePriceEventSource
11/11/2020$3,695,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/10/2020$3,695,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$57,835
Assessment$3,450,001
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1802 Lavaca St

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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1615 Waterston Ave, Austin, TX
1.13
Single-Family Home
-
07/24/25
5
6
5,071
113 W 32nd St, Austin, TX
1.15
Single-Family Home
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01/28/26
4
3.5
2,408
1006 Gaston Ave, Austin, TX
0.97
Single-Family Home
-
10/31/25
3
3
3,336
3207 Fairfax Walk, Austin, TX
1.09
Single-Family Home
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06/02/25
4
2.5
3,078
2838 Pearl St, Austin, TX
1.13
Single-Family Home
-
11/14/25
4
2
2,122
801 E 32nd St, Austin, TX
1.04
Single-Family Home
-
04/15/26
3
3
2,531
1500 Northwood Rd, Austin, TX
1.45
Single-Family Home
-
08/15/25
4
3.5
2,887
808 W 17th St, Austin, TX
0.40
Single-Family Home
-
06/20/25
2
1,434
911 Olive St, Austin, TX
0.95
Single-Family Home
-
01/22/26
3
4
1,030
2400 Winsted Ln, Austin, TX
1.46
Single-Family Home
-
07/03/25
5
4
2,954
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What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 171 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say car is needed

  • 57 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say kids play outside

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Seneca Elizabeth
    "I just came to attend a concert. Will be leaving on Monday. Interesting architecture. And lots of different restaurants. Short freeway ride from the airport."
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  • Katy Glazebrook
    "Several events, fairs, music venues, bars, and restaurants. Always a concert or free events going on. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I work and live downtown, I pretty much walk everywhere. Everything I need is within a couple miles."
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  • Shane H.
    "Non-existent. My office is less than a mile away. I can carpool or walk with no issues. Never worried about traffic or anything."
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  • Shane H.
    "Generally less kids around. Mostly younger professionals working in and around downtown. Not the most kid friendly scene."
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  • Alon Z.
    "Austin high school nearby, several elementary schools and ACC in the area. Also have the hike and bike trail and Texas rowing center along the trail"
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  • Anthony M.
    "Real old Austin feel. Multiple bus routes. close to shopping, good bars and restaurants. farmers market being built nearby. "
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  • Stephen M.
    "We live in the Seaholm area near the Trader Joe’s. There is a common area in this development with turf grass for kids to run around. "
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  • Jeffrey G.
    "Not a lot of kids in the neighborhood. Mostly couples with dogs or very young kids. Changing area with amenities starting to arrive. "
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  • Victor B.
    "Lots of homeless people and high crime rates are the norm around here. Friday and Saturday nights get crazy around here so be ready for that."
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  • Micah
    "It’s in the perfect location for all types of food clubs parks and just in the hub perfect area to be accessible to anything you might want to do And being with you is breathtaking"
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  • Analiciam92
    "I wouldn’t take my kids downtown Austin too much a lot of homeless people- some have outburst or get upset if you don’t give them what they ask for-or they get into it over jealousy- aside from all that there are a lot of bars don’t bring your kiddos at night especially anyways if u like fun party type downtown austin is for u "
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  • Nicole M. M.
    "Walking distance to all the things Austin has to offer. Perfect for folks working downtown, single and young professionals. "
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  • Melissa R.
    "I live in a suburban area in central (coastal) CA. Commute is 9.5 miles and it takes about 15 minutes by car or 45 minutes by bike."
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  • Matty D.
    "6th street and congress street and all the theaters and restaurants and bars that are available. Derp. "
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  • Eastgaboy
    "Amazing family friendly area! Our kids play with many of the kids in the neighborhood. Families hang out together and eat together. This is a great location for young families. There are many family events downtown like first Friday and many others every month."
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  • Don
    "You can walk to everything. Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, bars, restuarants, movie theaters, shops. The life style is hard to beat."
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  • Don
    "Downtown. Walk to the Farmer’s Market, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, dozens of restaurants and movie theaters."
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  • Joep v. L.
    "I sold my house in Austin and now lease short term downtown - the best place on earth. You can swim, row, bike, walk and go out for lunch dinner & drinks"
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  • Joeadamsen
    "west downtown Austin is great. it feels like a neighborhood but you are only a block away from the city. "
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  • Matt C.
    "Austin has one of the friendliest downtown areas for dog owners in the U.S. I've never seen so many places that are accommodating to animals, providing water, bowls, and even treats in some places."
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  • Krishna K.
    "For dog owners like me, it's not advisable to live downtown. Not enough walking paths for pets."
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  • Kay A.
    "While there are places to walk, it IS an urban area."
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  • Anna D.
    "The apartments are small, but there are so many dog parks, dog stores, and parks. There's tons of green space where you can take your dog."
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  • Heather M.
    "Many people living downtown have dogs, so there's always company when you're walking your pet. There are handy places for pets to board and be groomed within walking distance."
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  • Tabitha E.
    "Busy and lively. There are lots of job opportunities here, so therefore lots of people to interact with."
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  • Yuxi L.
    "Downtown Austin is a mix of small-town feel with big-town attractions. We love our local establishments. It's easy to walk around, with green spaces scattered all over. And local bands play every week. We have new buildings constantly going up and festivals happening all year round. The downtown scene is changing dramatically, bringing in new concepts next to old standbys."
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  • Heather M.
    "Everything I need is within walking distance, and there's plenty to do."
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  • Anna D.
    "It is very walkable—urban mixed with nature. It is very convenient to get in and out of."
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  • John B.
    "New and trendy restaurants and bars are everywhere. The hike and bike trail along the lake is great. Plenty of things to do, no matter what mood you're in."
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  • Amy C.
    "Downtown is where everything happens. It's a nice balance of culture, music, and business—as well as government. The University of Texas is also just north of downtown, so that adds another dimension to this area."
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  • Matt C.
    "Downtown is busy and getting busier as more and more companies move here. Downtown does have good access to get north, south, east, and west. Traffic is pretty normal for a big city with 1 million + people. I moved here from California, and Austin is still better than that (SF area, LA area, San Diego, etc.)."
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  • John B.
    "Easy if you are going north on I-35 in the morning. Coming into downtown at 5 pm, forget about it, not happening."
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  • Heather M.
    "Traffic can be bad, but I work only about 25 blocks from my home so I have it easy."
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  • Jordan H.
    "Very easy. As long as there isn't construction, everything is smooth."
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  • Heather M.
    "There's plenty for kids to do, including lots of action at the new downtown library and the skate park."
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  • Ben E.
    "It's more of an adult location than for children. "
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1802 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,322 sqft single-family home built in 1876. 1802 Lavaca St is located in Downtown, Austin. This property is not currently available for sale. The current Trulia Estimate for 1802 Lavaca St is $2,717,900.