Austin 78721 housing at a glance
| Location | About 3.5 miles east of downtown Austin |
|---|---|
| Neighborhoods | MLK and Johnston Terrace |
| Houses and townhomes | About 3,290 |
| Largest group built | between 1960 and 1979 (32%) |
| Built before 1980 | 57% |
| Built since 2000 | 38% |
| Lived in by their owners | 76% |
Housing figures count single-family houses and townhomes only. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Distances are in a straight line from downtown Austin.
What this means if you are selling in Austin 78721
32% of homes here were built in the 1960s and 1970s. Many still have their original layouts, and plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems are past their typical service life, so homes tend to sell either fully updated or to buyers who plan to renovate.
How it works
- Send the address. Online, in a couple of minutes.
- One walk-through. We come to the house in 78721.
- Written offer. With our numbers explained.
- Close with a title company. On the date you choose.
Situations we help with
House needs repairs
Sell without fixing the roof, the kitchen or anything else first.
Read more →Foundation problems
Cracks, sloping floors or a failed repair. We buy houses with foundation issues.
Read more →Inherited house
Selling a parent’s or relative’s home, including during probate.
Read more →Behind on payments
Behind on the mortgage or facing a foreclosure sale date.
Read more →Divorce
A clean, simple sale so both sides can move on.
Read more →Rental with tenants
Sell a rental property with tenants in place, or a tired landlord’s portfolio.
Read more →Vacant house
An empty house costing you taxes, insurance and worry every month.
Read more →Relocating
Moving for work or family on a fixed date.
Read more →Downsizing
Moving to something smaller, or helping a parent move.
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Selling a house in 78721
Which neighborhoods are in 78721?
ZIP code 78721 in East Austin includes MLK and Johnston Terrace, among others.
Do you buy houses in Austin 78721?
Yes. Kaplan Romano Ventures buys houses directly from owners in 78721 and across Travis County, in any condition, including rentals with tenants, inherited homes and lots. Request an offer.
How old are the homes in Austin 78721?
Census estimates show that the largest group of houses and townhomes in 78721, 32%, were built between 1960 and 1979. 57% were built before 1980 and 38% since 2000.
How fast can I sell my house in Austin 78721?
A cash sale does not depend on a buyer’s mortgage, so it can often close within a few weeks once the title is clear, or later if you prefer. The title company’s review sets the earliest realistic date.
Do I need to make repairs before selling my house in 78721?
No. We buy as-is. You still disclose what you know about the property, as Texas requires, and our offer accounts for the repairs.