These In-Demand Austin Properties Are on The Market — For Now
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The Austin real estate market is not only hot, it’s on fire. With about 100 people moving to the Texas capital each and every day, it’s among the country’s fastest-growing cities, according to WalletHub.
And that’s not all. In less than 10 years, the population of the Metro Austin area has grown by about 20 percent — up 2.5 percent year-over-year. And as the Austin Business Journal reports, growing high-tech employment from companies like Apple and Oracle are causing home sales and prices to skyrocket. Current inventory is less than one month.
“While more homes are selling than ever before, it’s more and more difficult to find one,” says Austin Board of Realtors 2021 President Susan Horton.
Yet there are properties available — and some pretty spectacular ones, at that.
But be forewarned: High-end homes see multiple offers and stay on the market for a few days at best. Many buyers are transplants from California, New York, and Illinois, attracted by Austin’s business-friendly practices, which include no corporate income tax and high quality of life.
Here, five luxury home currently on the market — at least for today.
Lake Austin
This extraordinary 5,440-square-foot property sports two residences on coveted Lake Austin. The first, a five-bedroom main home, features a Hill Country-style stone exterior and oversized porches overlooking the water and grounds. Inside, a light-filled great room has a beamed vaulted ceiling, a full-height stone fireplace, iron light fixtures, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
The lakefront cabin comes complete with an open water-level wood and stone deck, pergola-covered sitting area, and firepit. Recreational amenities include a boat slip, jet ski slips, pool, and spa. It’s also a quick boat ride to the Austin Country Club.
Listing price: $7.4 million by Christie’s International Real Estate.
Westlake
This five-bedroom contemporary home is in Austin’s highly sought-after Westlake neighborhood. Multiple living areas offer an abundance of natural light; design details include wide plank walnut flooring, metalwork, and mosaic tiles.
Ideal for outdoor living, the 5,679-square-foot estate features a limestone-surrounded pool and spa, raised sun terrace, dining patio, and shaded cabana with summer kitchen. Over seven acres of conservation land surround the 1.2-acre property.
Listing price: $6.1 million by Christie’s International Real Estate
Rollingwood
Located just a few miles from downtown, Rollingwood is often referred to as the Beverly Hills of Austin. This traditional-style 3,898-square-foot home has an airy aesthetic, featuring a huge porch, walls of windows, and spacious backyard. Family-friendly amenities include a game room and sport court.
Listing price: $2.99 million by Elite 25 Austin
Barton Creek
This California-style 9,727-square-foot estate offers resort-style living indoors and out—think lagoon pool, swim-up bar, grand terraces, outdoor kitchen, and panoramic views. Indoors, a large living area sports soaring ceilings, hardwood and stone tile flooring, and a wrought-iron staircase. There’s also a wine cellar, media room, and luxurious primary suite.
Listing price: $5.99 million by Elite 25 Austin
Spanish Oaks
This 7,100-square-foot home is for the buyer looking for privacy, space, and attention to every detail. Located in a gated community and built around a serene courtyard, it features multiple oversized entertaining areas inside and out. Top-of-the-line features include Venetian plaster walls, mesquite hardwoods, hand-painted Italian tiling, distressed beams, and masonry fireplaces.
