Haunting first person descriptions of the transition from low-income residential to high-priced commercial property. Right here in Austin.
The article on KUT’s site is here. The ATXplained podcast page doesn’t do the story justice, from a visual perspective.
“I always feel melancholy when I [think about leaving] this place. This is my home. Not only mine but mine in spirit. Hopefully you’ll understand. I’m saying this because maybe –”
Then the phone line cut out.
KUT – The Families Who Lived On Rainey Street All Left. But One Man Stayed.
June 3, 2019.
“Built in 1910 this is the last remaining residential home on Rainey St. A treasure in time ready to pass this Austin Gem over to the next steward to create their own legacy with a piece of Downtown Austin. These properties rarely go to market and awaiting your next concept, whether it be a Restaurant, Bar, Hotel or Music Venue, the options are endless with the CBD zoning.”
KUT.org – The Last Single Family Home on Rainey Street is For Sale
