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Highlights
- Quartz countertops
- Custom cabinetry
- Designer finishes
- Wood flooring
- Bbqs
- Large, fenced backyard
Location
300 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA|Dawson
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About 300 Lightsey Rd
Find more available rooms for rent at Alcove Rooms. This is a room for rent in a shared home with roommates on long-term leases. One is moving out and a room is opening up. Do not visit the property without first contacting us to schedule a tour at the number below. ***Limited Time Promotion***: Applicant will receive $100 off of their first month's rent. Valid only if the applicant is applying for a lease length greater than 6 months. ------------------------------ Impressive, 5 Bed/3 Bath/Office-Flex room updated home in South Austin's coveted 78704 Zip Code. Nestled between iconic South 1st Street and South Congress, just steps away from a vibrant array of shops, restaurants, gyms, and St. Edward's University. Easy access to Highway 71. Inside, enjoy a spacious, open floor plan featuring designer finishes, custom cabinetry, wood flooring, and quartz countertops. The first floor offers a master bedroom, a second bedroom, and a versatile office/flex room. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. Outside, relax and entertain in the large, fenced backyard, perfect for pets, BBQs, and gatherings.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 300 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 1482 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Dawson |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 78704 |
| Type | Room for rent |
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Rent trends in Dawson
1-bedroom apartments at 300 Lightsey Rd cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Austin.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Dawson
Austin
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,535 |
| October 2023 | $1,543 |
| November 2023 | $1,508 |
| December 2023 | $1,484 |
| January 2024 | $1,488 |
| February 2024 | $1,500 |
| March 2024 | $1,519 |
| April 2024 | $1,507 |
| May 2024 | $1,499 |
| June 2024 | $1,553 |
| July 2024 | $1,444 |
| August 2024 | $1,484 |
| September 2024 | $1,520 |
| October 2024 | $1,496 |
| November 2024 | $1,477 |
| December 2024 | $1,473 |
| January 2025 | $1,468 |
| February 2025 | $1,458 |
| March 2025 | $1,465 |
| April 2025 | $1,491 |
| May 2025 | $1,498 |
| June 2025 | $1,532 |
| July 2025 | $1,520 |
| August 2025 | $1,529 |
| September 2025 | $1,512 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,313 |
| November 2023 | $1,343 |
| December 2023 | $1,253 |
| January 2024 | $1,219 |
| February 2024 | $1,579 |
| March 2024 | $1,358 |
| April 2024 | $1,274 |
| May 2024 | $1,236 |
| June 2024 | $1,238 |
| July 2024 | $1,295 |
| August 2024 | $1,169 |
| September 2024 | $1,100 |
| October 2024 | $1,105 |
| November 2024 | $1,153 |
| December 2024 | $1,137 |
| January 2025 | $1,200 |
| February 2025 | $1,191 |
| March 2025 | $1,139 |
| April 2025 | $1,162 |
| May 2025 | $1,192 |
| June 2025 | $1,234 |
| July 2025 | $1,264 |
| August 2025 | $1,245 |
| September 2025 | $1,213 |
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Can I afford to live at 300 Lightsey Rd?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $860.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 months ago | $860 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $860 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $5,495 | 5 bed | 3 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $6,200 | 5 bed | 3.5 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $6,200 | 5 bed | 3 bath |
Schools near 300 Lightsey Rd
Dawson Elementary School
3001 s 1st st
austin, TX, 78704
PK, K-5Public
C
Uphaus Early Childhood Center
5200 freidrich ln
austin, TX, 78744
PK, KPublic
B
Rosedale School
7505 silvercrest dr
austin, TX, 78757
PK, K-12Public
Padron Elementary School
2011 w rundberg ln
austin, TX, 78758
PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Austin near 300 Lightsey Rd
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 300 Lightsey Rd, Austin
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Other units at this address
300 Lightsey Rd, Austin, TX
300 Lightsey Rd Austin, TX
Occupied
A
5 Beds
3 Baths
$6,200
Ceiling Fan • Hardwood Floor • Fireplace
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