Chestnut Neighborhood

Historic East Austin Neighborhood With A Deeply Rooted Culture & An Excellent, Walkable Location!

The Chestnut neighborhood is a historic East Austin community with the majority of the neighborhood originally platted around the turn of the century. The neighborhood is in a fantastic location, with close proximity to downtown, UT, Huston-Tillotson College, as well as the MLK MetroRail Station. The street boundaries are generally considered Chicon to the west, the light rail train tracks to the east, MLK to the north, and 12th St. to the south. The Chestnut neighborhood planning area also includes the smaller Ulit and Glenwood neighborhood names within its boundaries, so we will include them in this neighborhood description as well.

The neighborhood consists of around 60 square blocks, or 180 acres and has many historic craftsman style homes. There are still fixer upper’s located here as well, and a lot of new construction with modern architecture has been built lately. Pricing is extremely varied, with small cottages that need a lot of work selling in the mid to upper $100’s, and larger new construction selling up to $600k. The majority of homes are in the mid $200’s to $400’s currently. Also, the Willow Branch Lofts & The Chestnut Commons Condos are located within the community boundaries as well.

While the neighborhood is changing due to a lot of new development, it still retains its character with a strong neighborhood culture and long time businesses & churches supporting the community. The Chestnut Neighborhood Revitalization Corporation was established in 2000 and works to address affordable housing in the area. The corporation has developed Franklin Gardens which supplies housing to low income seniors as well as The Chicon which will provide affordable mixed use condos with retail & commercial on the 1st floor.

The Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, as well as Rosewood Park are located in close proximity. Historic business such as the legendary Victory Grill, Sam’s BBQ, and Nubian Queen Lola’s are nearby. Also the popular 24/7Bennu Coffee is right there on MLK by the Willow Branch Lofts, as well as newer restaurants on E 11th St. like Franklin Barbeque, Blue Dahlia, and Hillside Farmacy.

The Chestnut neighborhood is a unique East Austin community with deep historic roots. The strong sense of culture, and the walkable location make this neighborhood a truly special place to live!

Helpful Links:

Chestnut Neighborhood Plan
UT-Chestnut Neighborhood Report
The Chicon-Community Page

Chestnut Neighborhood Homes For Sale

1410 Chestnut Ave, Austin $225,000 ▼

Rare opportunity to own a lot just minutes away from Downtown Austin! Lot dimensions per engineer: 48.82' X 65.5'. Lot is flat and cleared with access to alleyway along t...

3967741 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1904 16th St Unit B, Austin $225,000

NEAR UT Campus, Baseball stadium, Erwin center,East Austin restaurants Ready to build,FULL CITY approved construction documents, permit needs to be transferred, Water ...

6035335 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1208 Chestnut Ave, Austin $299,999

Live simply in this perfect small home! Old East Austin charm in hip Chestnut Neighborhood. Minutes from UT and downtown. Walk to Rio Rita, Cedar Corner Store, Boggy C...

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2027840 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1304 Coleto St, Austin $350,000 ▼

Calling all investors. Great location, close to downtown, the Capitol and 6th Street. This property is sold as is and there are no warranties.

2 Beds
1 Baths
2549627 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1600 Chestnut Ave, Austin $355,000 ▼

Ready made income producing property or tear down on corner lot w/ ability to build with straight shot view to downtown austin, sold "as is" value is in the land & locati...

3 Beds
2 Baths
2130368 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1609 Ulit Ave Unit B, Austin $379,000

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3 Beds
2 Baths
1337115 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1806 Miriam Ave, Austin $380,000 ▼

Beautiful home in HOT area. Minutes to UT, downtown Austin, world famous 6th street, and scores of shopping/dining/entertainment venues. Located in the growing 78702 zi...

3 Beds
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7182354 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1208 Walnut Ave, Austin $389,900

CALLING ALL INVESTOR'S & FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS! 3 BED/1 BATH HOME COMPLETELY REMODELED IN 2013! GARAGE WAS CONVERTED INTO EXTRA BEDROOM/STUDY! ENGINEERED WOOD FLOORING TH...

3 Beds
1 Baths
8008594 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1408 Ulit Ave Unit B, Austin $399,900 ▼

Well crafted new construction with amazing details. Truly a must see! This home is the perfect combination of classic architecture and modern living. Open floor plan with...

2 Beds
2 Baths
8149462 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1705 Cedar Ave, Austin $444,900 ▼

Location! This 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 cars detached garage property, is in a desirable Eastside area, just minutes to downtown, UT and restaurants. Property sold AS-...

4 Beds
2 Baths
2170187 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1307 Cedar Ave, Austin $449,900 ▼

Redevelopment opportunity of a lifetime! True urban living close to all the eclectic shops and eateries East Austin has to offer! Alley access and steps to neighborhood b...

3 Beds
2 Baths
9238092 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1304 Alamo St, Austin $470,000

This home is located in one of the hottest neighborhoods in Austin. Less than .5 mile to UT, Downtown, and hip restaurants and entertainment. Enjoy not sharing the lot ...

3 Beds
2 Baths
7657352 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1804 Walnut Ave, Austin $500,000

Interior lot, close in East Austin. Livable manufactured home converted to real property, 4 bedroom, 2 bath. Home is double wide, built in 2000. Off street parking with ...

4 Beds
2 Baths
3641714 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1612 Miriam Ave Unit B, Austin $505,000 ▼

Beautiful 4 bed/2.5 bath in the hot East Austin 78702 market. Upgrades throughout including: 6KW Solar panels which save approximate $80/month on energy bill, granite co...

4 Beds
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6648070 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1707 Poquito St, Austin $595,000 ▼

This offering is ideal for an investor, builder, developer. Walk Score of 76 out of 100. Chestnut neighborhood near Alamo Park, Rosewood Park and Boggy Creek Greenbelt, e...

4 Beds
2 Baths
7863598 MLS
78702 Zip Code

1707 N Poquito St, Austin $595,000 ▼

Click on Virtual Tour for Drone, Aireal shot. Large inner city lot suitable for multi-family development--See 1709 Poquito-- Level lot accessible from both Poquito to the...

4941686 MLS
78702 Zip Code

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