
1159 San Bernard St, Austin, TX 78702
What This House Offers
Remodeled/Updated East Austin bungalow on an oversized lot just minutes from Downtown, East 6th Street, and some of Austin's best restaurants, coffee shops, and... entertainment. This 2-bedroom, 2-full bath home offers approximately 1,311 square feet of living space with original character, high ceilings, decorative fireplace, spacious living and dining areas, and abundant natural light. The updated primary bedroom, kitchen, and bathrooms are the perfect blend of original charm and modern updates. The functional floor plan includes a dedicated laundry/utility room and flexible living spaces. Enjoy the expansive backyard with plenty of room to relax or entertain. Conveniently located with easy access to Downtown, UT, Mueller, major employers, and all that Central East Austin has to offer. A rare opportunity to lease a home with vintage charm in one of Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods! MLS ID 1503132
Unit
- $3,500 / month
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1311 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood Floors
- Refrigerator
- Tile Floors
1159 San Bernard St is a single-family home for rent in Austin, TX
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
Cats
- Cats Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1950
- Single Family Detached Home
Interior Spaces
- High Ceiling
- Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- 1311 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Range Hood
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Driveway
- 1 Parking Space
Accessible Home Design
- No Interior Steps
Lot Details
- 10498 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Back and Front Yard
Schools
- Blackshear Elementary School
- Kealing Middle School
- Eastside Early College High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- High Speed Internet
- Electricity Available
- Natural Gas Available
- Sewer Available
- Water Available
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,500
- 12 Month Lease Term
- $85 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 02070805040000
- Tax Block 2
- Tenant pays for all utilities
Community Details
Overview
- Robertson George L Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
- Pet Deposit $375
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Austin, TX 78702

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Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Some public transit50 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active74 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Blackshear Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Kealing Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Cathedral School Of St Mary
Grades PK-8
Private
Eastside Memorial High School
Grades 9-12
Public
The Keystone School
Grades 6-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Texas at Austin
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Austin C.C., Eastview Campus
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus
Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi)
Austin C.C., Riverside Campus
Drive: 9 min (4.6 mi)
Discover East Downtown, Austin, TX
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1159 San Bernard St proximity to Pecan Business Square, 805 & 809 E 6th St, and East Seventh Street Plaza. Pecan Business Square is 0.5 miles away, and 805 & 809 E 6th St is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 1159 San Bernard St has some public transit, including 8 transit stops within 35.9 miles. Transit options include Plaza Saltillo Station and Downtown Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1159 San Bernard St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Boggy Creek Greenbelt, Texas Memorial Museum, and Lady Bird Lake.
Airports
Living in East Downtown provides easy access to Austin-Bergstrom International, located just 21 minutes from 1159 San Bernard St.
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