The Chestnut Creative

Introducing The Chestnut Creative: A Rare Freestanding Live/Work Opportunity in East Austin

Portfolio (A&B) Offered at $997,000

1309 CHESTNUT A AUSTIN, TX 78702
1,410 SF | 1.5 Bath | Flexible Floor Plan 
$599,500 | $36/SF + NNN (est. $8/ft)

1309 CHESTNUT B AUSTIN, TX 78702
1,161 SF | 1 Bed/2 Bath | Flexible Floorplan | Alley Access
$397,500 | $2,400/MO MG

Nestled in the heart of East Austin’s creative and cultural core, The Chestnut Creative offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to acquire two freestanding, individually platted commercial/residential condo units with unmatched flexibility. Positioned near the corner of Chestnut and E. 14th Street with excellent visibility along Chestnut Avenue, and traffic counts over 6,400 vehicles per day, the property features CS-MU-V-CO-NP zoning, allowing for a wide range of uses, including office, retail, live/work, residential leasing, or short-term rental. Whether acquired as a portfolio or purchased individually, these two standalone structures provide the freedom and functionality rarely available in this high-demand corridor.

Unit A consists of a 1,410-square-foot ADA-compliant commercial space with a full kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a flexible open layout that was formerly used as a creative agency. Its prominent street frontage, dedicated handicap parking, and ramped entry make it an ideal headquarters for a boutique business, wellness studio, or small professional firm seeking neighborhood integration without sacrificing presence or accessibility.

Unit B offers a 1,161-square-foot, 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath structure accessed via a private alley with two off-street parking spaces. With its residential-style configuration, it’s well suited for use as a private office, guest residence, long-term rental, or STR income generator.

What makes this offering truly rare is the ownership structure and form. Unlike traditional East Side commercial condos located in midrise buildings, where shared walls, common hallways, and rigid HOAs limit owner autonomy. The Chestnut Creative provides full control, private access, and zero shared infrastructure. Owners can brand, lease, modify, or occupy the space without the operational constraints of a larger shared facility. For developers or portfolio investors, the condo regime enables separate financing and future resale optionality, while still benefiting from economies of scale if acquired together.

Whether used as a creative compound, a dual-income asset, or a flexible live/work setup, The Chestnut Creative is perfectly aligned with East Austin’s evolving landscape. With strong zoning, rising neighborhood demand, and the built-in versatility of two freestanding units, this property is positioned to serve as a long-term investment with multiple exit strategies. In a submarket where space is becoming increasingly vertical and commoditized, The Chestnut Creative stands out by offering grounded, design-forward ownership that lives and works on its own terms.

*Property available for lease or purchase. Unit A is available for lease fully furnished.