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805 Congress Ave

Austin, TX, 78701

Active

$18,999,000

Asking sale price

Listed by Watters International Realty · Chris Watters

Listing attribution contact: (512) 646-0038

MLS #6358215 · Active

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0Bedrooms

0Bathrooms

1871Year built

See RemarksProperty type

THE HOME, IN THE LISTING AGENT’S WORDS

A closer look.

Located at 805 Congress Avenue, this historic downtown Austin landmark is far more than a residence — it is a rare architectural masterpiece offering history, character, and exceptional versatility. Spanning four stories and more than 15,600 square feet across the upper three levels, the property blends timeless elegance with modern luxury in one of Austin's most coveted locations. A truly irreplaceable feature is the building's grandfathered three-phase electrical service — a rare infrastructure advantage that can no longer be replicated downtown — adding extraordinary flexibility for luxury residential living, large-scale entertaining, hospitality, or creative commercial use. The second floor features an expansive entertainment hall with a commercial-grade kitchen, stage, restrooms, and versatile event spaces for private parties or corporate functions. Amenities include a walk-in wine cellar, multiple convection ovens, a dedicated ice maker, and an exterior built-in bar with sink and stainless steel shelving. The third floor is the heart of the residence, offering two luxurious bedrooms, a home theater, chef's kitchen, and open-concept living and dining spaces for elevated everyday living and effortless entertaining. Historic details pair beautifully with modern conveniences, including a dedicated ice maker. Occupying the entire top level, the owner's suite delivers an unmatched retreat with a spacious bedroom, sitting room, Hollywood-style bath, private gym, and front and rear outdoor living spaces. The front balcony features a fireplace, kitchenette, and sweeping views of Congress Avenue and the Texas State Capitol. A third ice maker services this level for ultimate convenience. Just two blocks from the Capitol, this property places you at the center of Austin's premier dining, nightlife, culture, and entertainment. Rare historic significance, luxury amenities, and unmatched infrastructure make this one of downtown Austin's most exceptional offerings.

THE DETAILS THAT SHAPE YOUR DAY

Reported property facts

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
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Bedrooms
0
Bathrooms
0
Lot acres
0.09
Year built
1871
Parking spaces
2

Features & finishes

view

City · Downtown

sewer

Public Sewer

cooling

Central Air · Electric

heating

Central · Electric · Fireplace(s)

parking

Garage · Garage Faces Rear · Off Street · Unassigned

flooring

Marble · Wood

security

24 Hour Security · Building Security · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) · Fire Alarm · Fire Escape · Fire Sprinkler System · Security Lights · Security Service · Security System Owned · Smoke Detector(s) · Window Bars

utilities

Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · High Speed Internet · Natural Gas Connected · Phone Available · Sewer Connected · Water Connected

water Source

Public

construction

Brick · Stone

accessibility

Safe Emergency Egress from Home

LOCAL TEAM FIELD NOTES · ZIP 78701

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Same ZIP, not verified proximity

Matched to the listing’s reported postal code. These records are not mapped to this parcel; check each project address before connecting it to the home. Source address and ZIP errors remain possible.

Snapshot exported Sep 14, 2026 · record window Sep 14, 2025Sep 14, 2026. Statuses below are as recorded in that snapshot.

State project registrations
122
City site-plan applications
10

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Project RegisteredRegistered Sep 11, 2026

Level 13 Corridor and Restroom Remodel

301 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

Interior renovation of existing conditions of corridor and restrooms on level 13

Registration TABS2027000813
Project RegisteredRegistered Sep 10, 2026

VERKADA AUSTIN

200 WEST CESAR CHAVEZ SUITE 300, Austin, TX 78701

INTERIOR RENOVATION OF SECOND GENERATION SPACE

Registration TABS2027000767
Project RegisteredRegistered Sep 10, 2026

TFC TxEOB - Utility Package

1100 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701

Project includes installation of temporary utilities on site to serve adjacent existing buildings, keeping them up during future work. Existing accessible path to be altered/maintained by installation of new sidewalk and ramp walkway system.

Registration TABS2027000779

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Intake PendingApplied Sep 9, 2026

Raising Canes Chicken Finger - WWL Reroute

The applicant is proposing an approximately 178 linear foot wastewater line with associated improvements.

Application 13769452 · site address requires source verification
CC PendingApplied Jul 15, 2026

East 9th Street Multi-Family

The applicant is proposing a commissioned site plan XT2 to an existing approved and released site plan.

Application 13738335 · site address requires source verification

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Source coverage and original sync dates

Project counts use source-reported ZIPs and exclude registrations identifying counties outside Travis, Williamson and Hays. Missing county and remaining address/ZIP mismatches require verification; this is not a spatial boundary audit.

  • TABS State Projects · All 254 Texas Counties. Source database sync reported Sep 13, 2026.
  • Austin Site Plans · City of Austin Development Applications. Source database sync reported Sep 13, 2026.

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