BACKGROUND

The site is one of the last owned by the City of Austin downtown that is designated for redevelopment.  It consists of two parcels – 1215 Red River Street and 606 East 12th Street – summing to 1.73 acres of land near Interstate Highway 35, the State Capitol, and the University of Texas at Austin.  The northeast district of downtown Austin blends iconic live music clubs, world-class parks and open spaces, and respected healthcare institutions. 

The St. John Site is located at 7211 and 7309 North Interstate 35 (the former Home Depot & Chrysler Dealership). With a rich history dating back to the 1890s, the St. John Site has been a pivotal location in Central Texas’ African American community.