Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
TESLA
405 E ST ELMO RD, Austin, TX, 78745
TESLA is a renovation/alteration project at 405 E ST ELMO RD, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2027. The project has an estimated value of $2.1M across about 82,107 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.1M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 82,107 ft²
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Square footage reported for this scope of work. It may cover only part of a larger property.
- Estimated cost / ft²
- $26/sqft
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Calculated from this filing’s estimated cost divided by its reported square footage. Available only when both figures are supplied; it is not a market benchmark.
- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordReview complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
8 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordScheduled construction start · Scheduled date
A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
116 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
133 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About TESLA
Tesla is undertaking an exterior renovation at 405 E St Elmo Rd in Austin, Texas. The project involves work on a building totaling 82,107 square feet, with the filing specifying that the square footage of work covers the exterior. The estimated cost for this alteration is $2,117,000, which equates to $26 per square foot. The project is registered with TDLR under the name Tesla, with OS St Elmo LLC listed as the owner of record.
Construction is scheduled to finish in January 2027, with work starting in September 2026. TDLR completed plan review in May 2026, and the status is listed as Review Complete. The design firm of record is Arcvision, and Stephen A Meyer is the registered accessibility specialist. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.
Project Context and Comparisons
In Travis County, the median estimated cost for renovation and alteration filings is $296,996. This project’s cost of $2,117,000 is above the county median for its type. The median size for such filings is 3,800 square feet, while this project involves 82,107 square feet. The median cost per square foot in the county is $103, whereas this project is estimated at $26 per square foot, which is below the county median.
The scheduled build window for this project is 133 days, which is longer than the county median of 98 days for similar work. Arcvision, the design firm, has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,549,500, including locations in Dallas, Georgetown, and Cedar Park. These projects are all marked as review complete.
Local Area Details
The site is located in ZIP code 78745, which has a population of about 61,122 according to U.S. Census estimates. The median household income in this area is $84,529, and the median owner-occupied home value is $459,100. The housing stock is an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied units.
City of Austin permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address, with the most recent issued between June 2024 and April 2026. These include electrical, mechanical, building, and plumbing permits. A certificate-of-occupancy-related record is dated June 2024. The most recent permits involve the replacement of HVAC systems. Travis County’s unemployment rate was 4 percent in June 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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TESLA is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 405 E ST ELMO RD, Austin, TX 78745 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.1M covering 82,107 sq ft. OS ST ELMO LLC is the property owner and ARCVISION is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 6, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tesla store at 405 E St Elmo Rd open?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in January 2027. It does not confirm current business operations or opening status.
Who is the owner of the Tesla project at 405 E St Elmo Rd?
The owner of record is OS St Elmo LLC, as listed in the TDLR filing.
What is the estimated cost of the Tesla renovation in Austin?
The estimated cost is $2,117,000 for the exterior work on the 82,107 square foot building.
When will construction on the Tesla project be completed?
Construction is scheduled to finish in January 2027, with work starting in September 2026.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Arcvision is the design firm of record for the Tesla renovation project.
What is TESLA?
TESLA is a renovation/alteration project at 405 E ST ELMO RD in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: THE SQUARE FOOT OF WORK IS THE EXTERIOR WORK
Is TESLA open in Austin?
TESLA is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is TESLA located?
TESLA is located at 405 E ST ELMO RD, Austin, TX, 78745, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of TESLA?
OS ST ELMO LLC is the property owner/developer of record for TESLA, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for TESLA?
ARCVISION is the design firm of record for TESLA, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does TESLA cost and how big is it?
TESLA has an estimated construction value of $2.1M and approximately 82,107 square feet (about $26/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
THE SQUARE FOOT OF WORK IS THE EXTERIOR WORK
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
Location & views
405 E ST ELMO RD, Austin, TX, 78745
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