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Rastegar Property developing mixed-use property on South First Street
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Rastegar Property purchased a 1.77-acre property at 2209 S. First St., Austin, and will develop it as a mixed-use project. The company did not announce a construction timeline. The property, once known as “Slackerville,” used to be a shopping center. 512-729-7777. www.rastegarproperty.com
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