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1022 Merlene DR
Austin, TX, 78732
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3 bed, 2 bath, 2,467 sqft on 0.56 acres in Steiner Ranch. Austin, TX 78732. Last listed at $775,000, sold December 18, 2023. Leander ISD.
Now offering $20,000 in Seller paid closing costs toward rate buy down or other. NO HOA, NW Austin, GREAT NEW PRICE! Surrounded by natural beauty and recreational opportunities, this home is conveniently located in River Ridge, the highly desirable neighborhood at the end of Quinlan Park Road, just outside Steiner Ranch. A 1/4 mile from Lake Austin, two parks, Mary Quinlan Park/Selma Hughes Park and two public boat ramps. This split-level home, located on a double wide lot, has an upper and lower deck, which is ideal for listening to birds and watching deer. The oversized three-car garage, which has an incredible amount of attic storage, is a great place for your boat, RV or other toys. The 3 bedroom, possible 4th, 2 bath home also has an office, and an additional room that can be used as a nursery, craft room or additional office. Unique opportunity to live near the lake in a relaxed community with no HOA.Buyer to verify STR, tax rate and ETJ Status
Steiner Ranch is a 4,600-acre master-planned community in 78732, built along the bluffs above Lake Austin and Lake Travis. Median home price $800K. Leander ISD schools (Laura Bush Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle, Vandegrift High), three resort-style community pools, 20+ miles of trails, and private Lake Austin access via the Lake Club.
Around 6,500 homes across multiple sections, built from the late 1990s through today. Housing ranges from $500K townhomes to $2M+ estates backing to the UT Golf Club (Roy Bechtol championship course, 7,412 yards). The community is fully built out in most sections, with limited new construction remaining.
Daily life revolves around being outside. Trail runners hit J Canyon and Powerline Hill loops before work. The Lake Club gives residents private boat launch access with eleven day-use docks on Lake Austin. Lake Travis is five minutes from the community entrance. Steiner Ranch Steakhouse — panoramic lake views, live music seven nights a week — is the social center.
What makes Steiner Ranch the value play for lake-adjacent living: resort-level amenities at a fraction of Lake Austin waterfront pricing, strong schools, and a community infrastructure (pools, trails, golf, lake access) that most master-planned developments can't match. The tradeoff is the 620 commute — 25-35 minutes to downtown depending on traffic.
School District: Leander ISD
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1022 Merlene Dr is zoned for Leander ISD with assigned schools: River Ridge (elementary), Canyon Ridge (middle), Vandegrift (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
1022 Merlene Dr is a Residential built in 1984 featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2,467 square feet, 0.56-acre lot.
1022 Merlene Dr was last listed at $314 per square foot across 2,467 sqft. The Steiner Ranch neighborhood guide reference price is $827,500 (Steiner Ranch neighborhood guide · reference price).
The most recent annual property tax for 1022 Merlene Dr is $8,010. Texas has no state income tax, so property taxes are a primary revenue source. Rates vary by jurisdiction and exemptions. Verify current amounts with the county appraisal district.
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Listing information last updated December 19, 2023.
Listed by Moreland Properties
MLS# 2498097 • Closed
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
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Listing timeline with current price, original ask, and market time.
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-27.6% | — | $717,598 | — | — |
2024+20.4% | — | $991,660 | $420,000 | $262,170 |
2023+112.2% | — | $823,337 | $420,000 | $571,660 |
2022 | — | $387,982 | $420,000 | $403,337 |
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Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
20% ($155K)
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$775,000
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List price
$775,000
Price per sqft
$314/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
-6.3%
$827.5K · Steiner Ranch neighborhood guide · reference price
Days on market
Not available
Original to current
$40K reduction
$815K original
Active inventory context
67 listings
Price Position in Steiner Ranch
Listed 6% below the Steiner Ranch neighborhood guide reference price. Steiner Ranch neighborhood guide · reference price.
Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Apr 25, 2026.
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1022 Merlene Dr was last listed at $775,000 and sold on December 18, 2023. The current MLS snapshot shows 84 active listings in 78732. Keenan Group has completed 10 verified transactions in 78732 within its 1,000+ completed transactions and $1B+ career volume across Austin. See Keenan Group's Steiner Ranch guide for current neighborhood analysis.
1022 Merlene Dr was built in 1984 (42 years ago). Buyers should budget for potential updates to major systems.
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Steiner Ranch is one of Austin's established neighborhoods, zoned for Leander ISD in the 78732 area. The Keenan Group has specialized in Steiner Ranch real estate for 25+ years with 1,000+ career transactions. Contact (512) 415-7653 for current market conditions and available homes.
Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024)
Homes sold by Keenan Group.
7 events on record
Current Price
$775,000
Timeline data compiled from MLS records and public records. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-27.6% | — | $717,598 | — | — |
2024+20.4% | — | $991,660 | $420,000 | $262,170 |
2023+112.2% | — | $823,337 | $420,000 | $571,660 |
2022 | — | $387,982 | $420,000 | $403,337 |
Timeline merges MLS activity (when permitted) with public records. Some details may be restricted to registered VOW clients.
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Steiner Ranch is a 4,600-acre master-planned community in 78732, built along the bluffs above Lake Austin and Lake Travis. Median home price $800K. Leander ISD schools (Laura Bush Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle, Vandegrift High), three resort-style community pools, 20+ miles of trails, and private Lake Austin access via the Lake Club. Around 6,500 homes across multiple sections, built from the late 1990s through today. Housing ranges from $500K townhomes to $2M+ estates backing to the UT Golf Club (Roy Bechtol championship course, 7,412 yards). The community is fully built out in most sections, with limited new construction remaining. Daily life revolves around being outside. Trail runners hit J Canyon and Powerline Hill loops before work. The Lake Club gives residents private boat launch access with eleven day-use docks on Lake Austin. Lake Travis is five minutes from the community entrance. Steiner Ranch Steakhouse — panoramic lake views, live music seven nights a week — is the social center. What makes Steiner Ranch the value play for lake-adjacent living: resort-level amenities at a fraction of Lake Austin waterfront pricing, strong schools, and a community infrastructure (pools, trails, golf, lake access) that most master-planned developments can't match. The tradeoff is the 620 commute — 25-35 minutes to downtown depending on traffic.
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