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$7,900 /month

4908 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731

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What This House Offers

Fully updated Mid-Century with a view and 7 min to Central Austin or North Austin. Wake up to deer grazing outside your window in the Certified Wildlife... Habitat yard, downtown Austin glowing on the horizon, and a chef's kitchen awaiting you. This fully updated mid-century home sits at the intersection of modern comfort, nature and city.  There is a park, playgrounds, tennis courts, and soccer fields out front, Mopac a moment away, and neighborhood favorites like Yamas, Chez Zee, Hive & Honey and Russell's within walking distance. The Domain and downtown are each just seven short minutes away.  Inside you will find authentic solid white oak hardwood floors and trimless baseboards create a highly refined yet comfortable aesthetic. The four-bedroom, three-full-bath layout offers seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen spaces, with main living areas overlooking greenery and a front row panoramic view of the downtown skyline. The home's drywall was installed with Plyteq floating drywall soundproofing between shared walls, an application used in many commercial designs. The open layout kitchen is equipped with a premium appliance package, including a BlueStar professional gas range, Liebherr counter-depth German refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and Zephyr vent hood, along with a dedicated water filtration system and high-efficiency, high-capacity heat pump water heater as well. Bathrooms feature Carrara marble, Hansgrohe fixtures, and TOTO bidets for a cohesive, elevated feel. This home can come fully, partially or unfurnished, so your client has flexibility depending on their individual needs. Tucked within the highly sought-after Highland Park West community, this home offers effortless access to local favorites and everyday essentials while feeling like a true spa-inspired retreat. Blending tranquility with close proximity to downtown and modern conveniences, it’s a rare balance that’s hard to beat. MLS ID 7853106

Unit

  • $7,900 / month
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2464 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

Home Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Refrigerator

4908 Balcones Dr is a single-family home for rent in Austin, TX

Home Details

Views

  • City
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Built in 1958 | Remodeled
  • Shingle Roof
  • Single Family Detached Home
  • Masonry Siding
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Home Office
  • 1-Story Property
  • 2464 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Bosch Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Counter Depth Refrigerator

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Parking

  • Attached Carport
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Pad

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Lot Details

  • 17163 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Native Plants
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Lot Sloped Down

Schools

  • Highland Park Elementary School
  • Lamar Middle School
  • Mccallum High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available
  • Public Water Source
  • Electricity Connected
  • Sewer Connected
  • Water Connected
  • Public Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $7,900
  • Application Fee
  • Assessor Parcel Number 01290402150000
  • Tax Block O
  • Tenant pays for all utilities, insurance, internet
  • The owner pays for grounds care

Community Details

Overview

  • Highland Park West Subdivision

Amenities

  • On-Site Retail
  • Restaurant
  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park
  • Trails

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
4908 Balcones Dr,
Austin, TX 78731
Listed by
Christy Strub | Compass RE Texas, LLC
Phone Number: (512) 809-2277
AustinBOR#TX

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable70 / 100

Transit

Limited public transit30 / 100

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable90 / 100

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable40 / 100

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active73 / 100

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HowLoud

Travel and Transit

Commuter Rail
10 min Drive
Amtrak
Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International
30 min Drive
Austin-Bergstrom International

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

9 rating

Highland Park Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

8 rating

Lamar Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

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ACE Academy

Grades PK-8

Private

8 rating

McCallum High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Rawson Saunders

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus

Drive: 8 min (5 mi)

University of Texas at Austin

Drive: 11 min (5.8 mi)

Austin C.C., Eastview Campus

Drive: 14 min (7.1 mi)

Austin C.C., Northridge Campus

Drive: 13 min (8.1 mi)

Discover Highland Park West, Austin, TX

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 4908 Balcones Dr proximity to Highland Park West, The Square on Parkcrest, and Plaza Balcones. Highland Park West is 0.2 miles away, and The Square on Parkcrest is within a 7 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, 4908 Balcones Dr has limited public transit, including 8 transit stops within 37.2 miles. Transit options include Highland Station and Crestview Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 4908 Balcones Dr are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Bright Leaf Preserve, Mayfield Park and Preserve, and Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park.

Airports

Living in Highland Park West provides easy access to Austin-Bergstrom International, located just 30 minutes from 4908 Balcones Dr.

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