Travis Value

5209 Downs Dr, Austin, TX 78721

3 bed / 1 bath, 1,187 sqft, built 1973 Appraised at $323,780 for 2026.

Travis County account 000000202996

Appraised value
$323,780
Tax year 2026 · after any cap, before exemptions
Living area
1,187 sqft
$273 per sqft
Year built
1973
Homestead
Yes
Owner-occupied exemption on file

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For nearby context, browse ZIP 78721, TCAD Appraisal Area E5100, and Lincoln Gardens assessment pages.

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Assessment snapshot

These public TCAD records highlight what may be worth checking before you file.

  • Assessment changeThe appraised value decreased 9.7% from $358,419 in 2025 to $323,780 in 2026.
  • Appraised value per square footThe current public record shows about $273 per square foot before any comparable-property adjustments.
  • Nearby comparison areaThis page starts the equity review with public records for ZIP 78721.
  • Neighborhood value signalAmong 364 residential records in the same neighborhood, the average appraised value is about $244 per square foot.
  • Area year-over-year signalNearby residential records with prior-year values moved about -26.5% on average.

Comparable assessments

Similar public appraisal records selected for this property's equity comparison.

  • 4805 Hillspring Cir, Austin, TX 78721
    1,176 sqft | $282/sqft | built 1970 | Similar size (1,176 vs 1,187 sqft); Similar age (1970 vs 1973); Similar lot size (9,748 vs 9,504 sqft)
    $331,424
  • 5302 Downs Dr, Austin, TX 78721
    1,258 sqft | $244/sqft | built 1973 | 6% larger (1,258 vs 1,187 sqft); Built same year (1973); Similar lot size (9,069 vs 9,504 sqft)
    $306,387
  • 1609 Berene Ave, TX 78721
    1,144 sqft | $276/sqft | built 1971 | Similar size (1,144 vs 1,187 sqft); Similar age (1971 vs 1973); Similar lot size (9,099 vs 9,504 sqft)
    $315,393
  • 5103 Stone Gate Dr, Austin, TX 78721
    1,246 sqft | $268/sqft | built 1965 | Similar size (1,246 vs 1,187 sqft); Similar lot size (9,635 vs 9,504 sqft); Same neighborhood
    $334,186
  • 1608 Berene Ave, TX 78721
    1,204 sqft | $234/sqft | built 1961 | Similar size (1,204 vs 1,187 sqft); Similar lot size (9,077 vs 9,504 sqft); Same neighborhood
    $281,241

Recent comparable sales

Sales selected by similarity to the subject property. Texas is a non-disclosure state, so these MLS-listed sales are supplemental evidence.

  • 1421 Berene Ave, Austin, TX 78721
    October-1-2026 | 1,101 sqft | $317/sqft | built 1959 | 7% size difference (1,101 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Same beds (3)
    $349,000
  • 1617 Berene Ave, Austin, TX 78721
    July-31-2026 | 960 sqft | $286/sqft | built 1971 | Similar age (1971); Sold after the valuation date; Within 1 bedroom (2 vs 3)
    $275,000
  • 1003 Arthur Stiles Rd, Austin, TX 78721
    July-13-2026 | 1,196 sqft | $184/sqft | built 1972 | Similar size (1,196 sqft); Similar age (1972); Sold after the valuation date
    $220,000
  • 4505 Kitty Ave, Austin, TX 78721
    July-22-2026 | 1,040 sqft | $409/sqft | built 1956 | 12% size difference (1,040 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Same beds (3)
    $425,000
  • 1813 Loreto Dr, Austin, TX 78721
    June-3-2026 | 1,036 sqft | $410/sqft | built 1965 | 13% size difference (1,036 sqft); Moderate age difference (8 years older); Sold after the valuation date
    $425,000

Public appraisal comparison for 2026. Prepared . Appraisal source: Travis Central Appraisal District. Sales data checked in this snapshot: . Matches consider available size, age, location and property characteristics. How comparisons work.