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Sell Your Home in Travis Heights, Austin, TX
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Travis Heights is one of South Austin’s most established neighborhoods, just east of South Congress. Over the past 12 months, 80 homes sold inside Travis Heights at a median of $892,500, and about 43% went under contract within 30 days. About 11% sold above their asking price, while 44% of sellers had to reduce.
Most Travis Heights homes are bungalows and older homes between about 1,000 and 2,500 square feet, and the median year built of the homes that sold is 1966. Alongside them are full remodels, new modern builds and condos such as Riverwalk and Travis Oaks. Of the 80 sales, 59 were single-family homes and 21 were condos. Buyers compare your home against the closest match in type, age and condition.
This page breaks down what Travis Heights homes actually sold for, how long they took, and what separated the sellers who got close to their asking price from the ones who did not. If you want a number for your own home, the form at the bottom of the page goes straight to me.
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Travis Heights Market Snapshot
Closed Sales, October 2025 to September 2026
| Homes Sold | 80 |
| Median Sale Price | $893,000 |
| Typical Price Range | $270K to $2.67M |
| Median $/Sq Ft | $526 |
| Median Home Size | 1,709 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 42 days |
| Average Days on Market | 64 days |
| Sale-to-List Price | 95.8% |
| Sale-to-Original-List Price | 91.7% |
| Sold Above Asking | 11% |
Active Listings (October 2026)
| Active Listings | 48 |
| List Price Range | $209K to $5.95M |
| Median List Price | $863,000 |
| Median Days Listed | 41 days |
| Months of Inventory | 7.2 |
Of the 80 Travis Heights homes that sold over the past 12 months, 45 never changed their price. Those sellers closed at a median of 97.3% of their original asking price after 16 days on market. The other 35 reduced their price before selling and closed at a median of 87.9% of their original asking price after 103 days. At the Travis Heights median of $893,000, that spread is worth roughly $84,000.
What Is My Travis Heights Home Worth?
Two Travis Heights homes on the same street can sell hundreds of thousands of dollars apart. These are the factors that move the number most in the closed sales I review here.
- Historic, remodeled or new. Travis Heights runs from small 1920s bungalows that need updating to large new homes. Where your home falls on that range sets the comparable sales more than square footage does.
- Original character. Original details on a well-kept historic home are a real draw here. Remodels that keep the character while updating kitchens, baths and systems tend to sell at the top of the range.
- Lot, trees and topography. Mature live oaks, larger lots and streets near Big Stacy and Little Stacy parks add appeal. A steep or hard-to-use lot, or a home facing a busy road, trades lower.
- Location within Travis Heights. Blocks closer to South Congress and Lady Bird Lake draw a different level of interest than streets nearer I-35 or Oltorf.
- Pools and outdoor living. About 26% of the Travis Heights homes that sold in the last 12 months had a private pool. Porches, decks and usable yards matter on older homes.
- Permits and major systems. On older homes, buyers look closely at foundation, roof, plumbing and electrical, and they ask for permits on additions. Having that paperwork ready keeps the negotiation simple.
Where Travis Heights Homes Sold by Price Range
| Sale Price | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Sale-to-Original-List |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $300K | 6 | 154 days | 90.7% |
| $300K to $400K | 8 | 22 days | 97.4% |
| $400K to $500K | 1 | 113 days | 97.7% |
| $500K to $750K | 12 | 42 days | 93.3% |
| $750K to $1M | 22 | 44 days | 90.2% |
| $1M to $1.5M | 14 | 24 days | 95.6% |
| $1.5M to $2M | 5 | 34 days | 94.8% |
| $2M and up | 12 | 44 days | 95.9% |
Want to know what your Travis Heights home is worth today? I pull the closed sales and the active competition for your specific home and walk you through a pricing range before you decide anything.
Request a Free Home EvaluationWhy Buyers Choose Travis Heights
Knowing why buyers are shopping here helps us market your home to them directly.
- Close to downtown. Downtown is a short drive, bike ride or walk across the river, without getting on a freeway.
- South Congress. South Congress Avenue’s restaurants, shops and music venues sit along the neighborhood’s west edge.
- Parks and trails. Big Stacy Park, Little Stacy Park and the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail along Lady Bird Lake are close by.
- Airport and I-35 access. I-35 runs along the east side, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is a short drive away.
- Price range. With a typical range of roughly $270,000 to $2,675,000, Travis Heights covers condos, original bungalows and newer luxury construction.
How We Market Travis Heights Homes
- Pricing from closed comps and active competition. I pull the Travis Heights sales on your street and in your section, plus the nearby 78704 sales buyers will compare it to, and I review every active listing competing for the same buyers. Closed sales show what an appraiser will support; active listings show what buyers are touring the same weekend.
- Pre-listing walkthrough. Before photos, I walk the home with you and point out what is worth fixing, what to simply disclose, and what buyers in your price range will not care about. On older homes, we gather foundation, roof and permit records up front so buyers see them before they ask.
- Professional photography and 3D tour. Every listing gets professional photography and a 3D virtual tour so buyers relocating from out of town can walk through your home before they schedule a showing.
- Full MLS and online exposure. Your listing goes to Unlock MLS and syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, Homes.com and hundreds of other sites the day it goes live.
- Feedback, negotiation and closing. You get showing feedback, weekly activity updates and a straight conversation if the market tells us something needs to change. I handle offers, the inspection and appraisal negotiation, and keep the file moving to closing. For condos, I order the resale certificate and association documents early so they do not slow down the contract.
Your Travis Heights Listing Agent
Rebecca Jacks is a Broker Associate with Eleven Oaks Realty, holding the CRS, ABR and SFR designations, with a license dating to 2007 and nearly 20 years helping Austin-area homeowners buy and sell. Eleven Oaks Realty has been helping buyers and sellers since 1978.
Her approach to a Travis Heights listing is data first: what comparable homes of the same type and condition actually sold for, how long they took, and what the competition looks like the week you list. If the numbers say waiting makes more sense, she will tell you that too.
(512) 827-8323 Request a Free Home EvaluationFrequently Asked Questions About Selling in Travis Heights
How long does it take to sell a home in Travis Heights?
Over the past 12 months, the median Travis Heights home spent 42 days on market and the average was 64 days. Homes priced right at launch went under contract in a median of 16 days, while homes that needed a price reduction took a median of 103 days. Pricing, condition and the competition when you list have the biggest effect on your timeline.
What are typical closing costs for sellers in Travis Heights?
Seller closing costs in Texas usually run 5% to 8% of the sale price. That covers real estate commissions, the owner’s title policy, prorated property taxes, HOA or condo association transfer fees where they apply, and any repair credits negotiated with the buyer. At the Travis Heights median of $892,500, that works out to roughly $45,000 to $71,000.
How much do Travis Heights homes sell for compared to asking price?
Travis Heights homes sold for 95.8% of their final list price over the past 12 months, and 91.7% of their original list price. About 11% sold above their asking price. Sellers who never changed their price averaged 97.3% of their original asking price, compared with 87.9% for sellers who reduced.
How do I prepare my Travis Heights home for sale?
Start with the things buyers see first: fresh paint in a neutral color, clean floors, working light fixtures and a tidy front yard. Then address anything an inspector will flag, such as an older roof, HVAC service, plumbing leaks or wood rot. On a historic home, a pre-listing walkthrough tells you which projects are worth it and which ones buyers will price into their own plans.
Do I need to make repairs before listing my Travis Heights home?
Not always. Safety items and obvious deferred maintenance are usually worth fixing because they show up in every inspection. If your home is likely to sell to a buyer who plans a full remodel, a big cosmetic project rarely pays for itself. We can decide item by item before you list.
Is now a good time to sell a house in Travis Heights?
Travis Heights had 48 active listings and about 7.2 months of inventory in October 2026, so buyers have time to compare. Spring was the busiest quarter, with 27 closed sales from April through June. Homes priced right at launch still went under contract in a median of 16 days.
Which Travis Heights homes sell the fastest?
Over the past 12 months, homes between $1 million and $1.5 million moved fastest, with a median of about 25 days on market across 14 sales. Homes from $750,000 to $1 million were the largest group, with 22 sales and a median of 44 days. I can pull the history for your street or building during your free evaluation.
Request Your Free Travis Heights Home Evaluation
Tell me a little about your home and your timeline. I will send you a pricing range based on recent Travis Heights sales and the current competition, with no obligation to list.
Prefer to talk first? Call or text Rebecca at (512) 827-8323 or email info@11OaksRealty.com.
Rebecca Jacks
Broker Associate, CRS, ABR, SFR
Eleven Oaks Realty
License #611354
(512) 827-8323 · Call or Text info@11OaksRealty.com Request Free Home EvaluationTravis Heights Market Data
| Median Sale Price | $893,000 |
| Typical Range | $270K to $2.67M |
| Homes Sold | 80 |
| Active Listings | 48 |
| Median DOM | 42 days |
| Sale-to-List | 95.8% |
| Median $/Sq Ft | $526 |
| Data Period | Oct 2025 to Sep 2026 |
Travis Heights market data reflects MLS closed sales from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, and active listings as of October 7, 2026, for homes located inside the Travis Heights boundary shown on our Travis Heights neighborhood guide map. Data from Unlock MLS (ABOR) closed and active single-family, condominium and townhome listings. Statistics are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Contact Rebecca Jacks for a current, property-specific analysis.
