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💼 From First Homes to Forever Homes – Austin Listings for Every Life Stage

From skyline views to quiet cul-de-sacs, there’s a home for everyone.

Welcome to Austin’s Premier Property Listings. Looking to trade up your property? You’re in the right place. We list the best Austin properties hitting the market the previous day.

NEW OR NEWISH BUILDS

Property Details:

  • Price: $887,500

  • Bedrooms: 4

  • Bathrooms: 4 (3 full, 1 half)

  • Square Footage: 3,369 sqft

  • Price per SqFt: $263/sqft

  • Lot Size: 0.25 acres

  • Year Built: 2022 (Resale, built by TAYLOR MORRISON OF TEXAS INC)

  • Home Type: Single Family Residence

  • Levels: Two stories

  • Parking: 2 attached garage spaces (front-facing, concrete driveway)

"What's Special" / Community & Lifestyle Highlights:

  • Parten Ranch Community: Highly desirable, renowned for its tranquil setting, upscale homes, and exceptional amenities.

    • Resort-Style Amenities: Includes a pool (with children's splash area), playground, sports courts, extensive scenic hike and bike trails, community creek (with a private "Heart Park" for residents), clubhouse, and numerous green spaces/pocket parks.

    • Natural Preservation: Commitment to preserving natural landscape, including century-old oak trees and wildflowers, with wrought iron fencing for unobstructed views.

    • Convenient Location: About 10-15 minutes from downtown Dripping Springs, and a short 5-10 minute drive to an H-E-B grocery store, Belterra Village shopping center, restaurants, Salt Lick BBQ, wineries, and Driftwood Golf and Ranch Club.

  • Thoughtful Design & Premium Finishes: Describes the home as offering "the best of style, function, and community living."

Financial Details:

  • Estimated Monthly Payment: $5,998/mo

    • Principal & Interest: $4,488

    • Property Taxes: $1,139 (based on annual tax of $21,451 and assessed value of $944,320) - Note: Texas has high property taxes.

    • Home Insurance: $296

    • HOA: $75/month ($225 quarterly)

This home at 249 Running Bird Rd offers a luxurious and modern living experience within the highly sought-after Parten Ranch community. Its recent construction, thoughtful design with dedicated flex spaces (office, game, media rooms), and premium finishes make it appealing. The large lot backing to greenspace provides privacy, a significant advantage.

LAP OF LUXURY

Property Details:

  • Price: $1,600,000

  • Bedrooms: 4

  • Bathrooms: 4 (3 full, 1 half)

  • Square Footage: 2,922 sqft

  • Lot Size: 7,562.02 sqft (approximately 0.17 acres)

  • Year Built: 2023 (Custom-built by Arise Homes)

  • Home Type: Single Family Residence

  • Levels: Two stories

  • Parking: 1 attached garage space (front-facing)

  • Future Expansion Potential: Rare bonus of "available impervious cover" allows for a future guest house or mother-in-law suite (buyer to verify).

  • Warranty & Incentive: Includes a 10-1-1 builder-backed warranty and an exclusive incentive of up to 15% off select Four Hands furniture.

Financial Details:

  • Estimated Monthly Payment: $10,631/mo

    • Principal & Interest: $8,285

    • Property Taxes: $1,813 (based on annual tax of $33,675 and assessed value of $1,699,200) - Austin's property taxes are notably high.

    • Home Insurance: $533

    • HOA: None (--)

  • Price per SqFt: $548/sqft

7810 Hardy Dr is an exceptional, nearly new custom-built luxury home in one of Austin's most sought-after urban neighborhoods. Its combination of modern design, high-end finishes, private pool, and significant flexible spaces (office, loft, potential ADU) makes it stand out. The highly walkable location and zoning to top-rated schools are major draws.

RENTAL POTENTIAL

Property Summary:

  • Price: $1,708,400

  • Bedrooms: 3

  • Bathrooms: 3 (all full bathrooms)

  • Total Interior Livable Area: 1,550 sqft

  • Lot Size: 5,575 Square Feet

  • Year Built: 1979 (though "taken down to the studs in 2014" suggests a major renovation)

  • Home Type: Single-Family

Key Features & What's Special:

  • Elegant Finishes: Solid hardwood floors (excluding baths), Carrara marble countertops and tub surrounds, crisp white 2" hex tile flooring in bathrooms.

  • Kitchen: Jenn-Air appliances, Silestone countertops, Carrara marble backsplash.

  • Income Potential: Includes a fully equipped 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment above a spacious, air-conditioned garage (currently rented).

  • Location: Overlooks a peaceful park in Clarksville, minutes from Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, and local restaurants/shops. High walkability.

  • Renovation: Thoughtfully rebuilt in 2014 (taken down to the studs).

Financial & Listing Details:

  • Annual Tax Amount: $25,839

  • HOA Fees: N/A

  • Est. Monthly Payment: $11,351/mo

  • Price per Square Foot: $1,102/sqft

This property offers a blend of historic charm, modern luxury, and investment potential in a highly sought-after, walkable Austin neighborhood. The recent renovation and included income-generating unit make it a unique offering in the Clarksville market.

BEST OVERALL

Property Summary:

  • Price: $985,000

  • Bedrooms: 4

  • Bathrooms: 4 (3 full, 1 half)

  • Square Footage: 3,195 sqft

  • Lot Size: 0.37 Acres (16,326 sqft) - a generous lot for the area.

  • Year Built: 2021 (Resale, built by Highland Homes)

  • Home Type: Single Family Residence

Key Features & What's Special:

  • Luxurious Single-Story Living: This is a one-story home, which is desirable for many buyers, offering convenience and accessibility across its expansive 3,195 sqft.

  • High-End Finishes & Appliances: Features beautiful blonde hardwood floors, high ceilings, oversized windows for natural light, GE Cafe appliances, a Dacor Built-in 42" Refrigerator, quartz countertops, and an upgraded backsplash rising to the ceiling in the kitchen. Designer wallpaper adds sophistication.

  • Thoughtful Design: Open floor plan, built-ins in dining and living rooms for character and storage, custom-designed storage in the primary bedroom's walk-in closet.

  • Private & Secure Location: Situated on a cul-de-sac lot within the Highpointe gated community, enhanced by beautiful live oaks providing natural beauty and privacy.

  • Community Amenities: Highpointe offers access to a pool, tennis courts, walking trails, clubhouse, fitness center, playground, common grounds, and controlled access.

  • Energy Efficient/Smart Home Features: Electric vehicle charging station, pest tubes in walls, natural gas connected.

  • Desirable School District: Located in the sought-after Dripping Springs ISD (DSISD), known for its highly-rated schools.

  • Proximity to Austin: Minutes away from downtown Austin, offering access to shopping, entertainment, and dining.

Financial & Listing Details:

  • Annual Tax Amount: $18,278

  • Est. Monthly Payment: $6,550/mo

  • Price per Square Foot: $308/sqft

  • HOA Fees: $125/mo ($375 quarterly)

237 Honey Bee Ln is a high-quality, relatively new, single-story home offering luxurious finishes, ample space, and strong community amenities within the highly-regarded Highpointe subdivision and DSISD. Its location on a cul-de-sac with live oaks adds to its privacy and curb appeal.

VALUE FOR THE MONEY

Property Summary:

  • Price: $315,000

  • Bedrooms: 3

  • Bathrooms: 2.5 (2 full, 1 half)

  • Square Footage: 1,795 sqft

  • Lot Size: 5,806.55 Square Feet

  • Year Built: 2015 (Resale)

  • Home Type: Single Family Residence

Key Features & What's Special:

  • Move-in Ready: Beautifully updated with fresh interior paint and new 7" Johnson luxury vinyl plank flooring downstairs, which is durable and water-resistant.

  • Open Layout: Creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere.

  • Convenient Primary Suite: Located on the main level.

  • Flexible Upstairs Space: Features a second living area, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath, suitable for family, guests, or a home office.

  • Private Backyard: Spacious and private with a deck, ideal for recreation, gardening, or entertaining. It also backs to a park/greenbelt, offering views.

  • Community Amenities: Located in Austin's Colony, which offers a swimming pool, basketball court, community center, and nearby Riverside Park.

  • Strategic Location: Easy access to major thoroughfares and close proximity to Tesla Giga Texas, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), and Circuit of the Americas (COTA).

Financial & Listing Details:

  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,601

  • Est. Monthly Payment: $2,101/mo

  • Price per Square Foot: $175/sqft

  • HOA Fees: $25/mo

This home at 3526 Wickham Ln presents a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking a well-maintained and updated property at an accessible price point in the Austin market. Its location in Austin's Colony offers community amenities and convenient access to major employers and the airport.