AVAILABLE for short to longer-term rent (5-18 months beginning Sept 24) is a fully FURNISHED turn-key, charming, Austin Garden St alleyway 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath loft-style home with a spacious and fenced yard in the famed Holly district, ideal for mid-term stays. The Holly neighborhood is known for its vibrant commercial offerings and residential streets, and is located just east of downtown Austin. Optimal for visiting professionals, medical residents, traveling nurses, or university faculty seeking comfortable, ready-to-move-in accommodation. Utilities, including internet, are a set fee of $158./monthly in addition to monthly rent. Enjoy a quiet, green country feel with no traffic noise, singing birds, all while being ideally located downtown and near the river! The property has a fully fenced outdoor area with sunny and shaded spots, seating for four, a fire pit, and a Weber BBQ perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Thanks for your interest in this property. Before asking for a viewing, or application, please send information on yourself!; work and rental history! I am looking for a transient renter, who needs a furnished place for a termporary period. Heating and cooling are provided by an energy-efficient heat pump (ductless mini-split system). Ground Floor: Kitchen: Equipped with an electric range, dishwasher, pots, pans, plates; basic kitchenware, a coffee maker and tea pot, etc. Designed for those on the go perfect for quick meals, not large-scale baking. Living Room: Features a comfortable fold-out sofa, smart TV, and a dedicated yoga corner. Half Bathroom: Includes a stacked washer/dryer unit with shelving & linens. Please NOTE that the interior spiral staircase is super-narrow in width, not much wiggle room. Exterior staircase is a normal width making easy access to upstairs. Upstairs (accessible via spiral or exterior staircase): Spacious Bedroom: Features a queen-sized bed with cotton sheets, quilts, and duvets. Full Bathroom: Connected to the bedroom with bath linens Large Closet Office Nook Additional Amenities: Effective and silent air conditioning and heating provided by two interior Mitsubishi units. Plenty of parking available on the main street (legal access through the main house) or in the alleyway. Private, quiet alley property with mature trees and a yard for outdoor entertainment. A smaller storage area is available for your use. Rental Terms: A refundable deposit equal to one month's rent is required. A professional cleaning service is mandatory at the end of your stay. Yard work is done by professionals twice a month. This unique home is a 2-3 block walk to Lady Bird Lake and the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, offering easy access to the Colorado River, park space, and outdoor activities. You're also steps away from coffee shops, ice cream, a yoga studio, and iconic dining and shopping on Cesar Chavez St. Whole Foods is a quick 4-minute drive, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is a convenient 15-20 minute drive. If you're a serious, qualified applicant, please provide a detailed description of yourself, what you're seeking in a rental, why a furnished place...for how long. For out-of-town applicants, I am happy to arrange a video tour via FaceTime, however I will not be at the property until late August. For the right tenant, I am prepared to facilitate a sight-unseen lease agreement. You should have excellent credit and references from past rentals. Please be aware that the interior spiral staircase is narrow. The lease will require a professional cleaning upon departure, not part of the deposit. Short to longer-term rental (5 months to a max18 months) The address is 1708 Garden St #2. (Alley-way house behind #1.) Deposit required $2000. refundable. No smoking no drugs. Quiet hours 8 PM to 8 AM. Professional cleaning at termination is mandatory. Please inform if there has been any damage. Any extra cleaning work will be charged at $75./hour. Renter will take out garbage bin to Garden street weekly-- and recylcing bin if necessary. Go through gate to driveway of main home on Garden St.
Off market
$618,177
1708 Garden St, Austin, TX 78702
1beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$618/sqft
$2,585 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 10, 2025 at 02:44pm
Source: Zillow Rentals
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 02020707180000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Austin
HOA & financial
Other fees
- Deposit fee: $2,000
- Application fee: $0
Other
Other facts
- Available date: 09/24/2025