1105 Azie Morton Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Nestled within the vibrant pulse of 78704, this mid-century masterpiece stands as a testament to Austin's rich architectural heritage. Designed by the city's renowned AD Stenger and thoughtfully updated by Stuart Sampley, 1105 Azie Morton Road is a rare gem amidst a landscape of modern developments. One of Stenger's approximately 100 distinct creations, it showcases many of his signature features: Clerestory windows, beamed ceilings, and sustainable materials. Step inside, and you'll find a seamless blend of vintage charm and contemporary luxury. From high-end kitchen finishes like a SubZero refrigerator and Ilve Italian gas stove, to casement windows and vintage lighting, every detail has been carefully curated to maintain the midcentury aesthetic with a commitment to quality & comfort. With 5 bedrooms, including a versatile space with a Murphy bed, there’s ample room for family & guests. Outside, a heated saltwater pool with wifi controls invites lazy afternoons. The lot backs to a wooded area, offering privacy, and an outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower, built-in playscape, & misting system complete the experience. Enjoy the peace of mind brought by a whole-house backup generator, a valuable asset in a city prone to power outages. A tankless water heater, level 2 electric car charging, rain barrels with automated irrigation, solar panels, and smart Hunter-Douglas shades ensure sustainability. A 2-ton Dual Fuel Supreme Carrier HVAC system was installed in 2023 and carries a transferable warranty. Add to that CAT 6 wiring and 2 gig Google fiber internet, and you have a home that’s as smart as it is stylish. Located within reach of Zilker Park, Austin's cultural heartbeat, residents can immerse themselves in iconic events such as ACL, Blues on the Green, & the magical Trail of Lights. Summers invite leisurely escapes to al fresco performances at Zilker Theater, where the classics come to life under the open sky. This is Austin living at its finest.

Zilker is the only neighborhood in Austin where you can complete an entire day - morning run, afternoon swim, evening dinner - without ever sitting in a car. The Butler Trail starts at your doorstep. Barton Springs Pool is a walk across the park. Barton Springs Road has enough restaurants to fill a week. That car-free possibility is not a marketing pitch. People here actually live that way.

The neighborhood sits south of Lady Bird Lake, bounded by MoPac west, Lamar east, Barton Skyway south, and the lake north. Zilker Park, the 351-acre green space, occupies the northeast corner where Barton Creek meets the lake. Downtown is across the Lamar or First Street bridge, five to ten minutes and entirely bikeable. Terry Black's serves competition-grade barbecue. Odd Duck does seasonal small plates. Uchi is widely considered one of the best Japanese restaurants in the country. Juliet Italian Kitchen handles the neighborhood spot role. Loro does Thai-inspired barbecue. Tiki Tatsu-Ya turns a strip mall into an immersive experience. Nido at The Loren brings hotel-level dining to the south end.

Craftsman bungalows from the 1930s anchor many streets with covered porches and mature pecans. Mid-Century Ranch homes fill blocks closer to Barton Skyway. Contemporary builds have replaced many originals, especially near the park and trail. A block might have three bungalows, a Ranch, and two new contemporaries side by side. Prices start around $800,000 for a small bungalow needing work and climb past $3 million for new construction with park proximity. The median hovers around $1.3 million. Lots are modest, typically 5,000 to 8,000 square feet.

Zilker Elementary has a devoted parent community that has invested through fundraising and advocacy, with a strong arts program. Students feed into O. Henry Middle School and Austin High School, located directly on Lady Bird Lake with an unusual campus setting for an urban school. Families who choose Zilker schools value walkability, diversity, and community engagement over the metrics-driven approach of some suburban districts.

A typical weekday starts with a morning run on the Butler Trail, which loops around Lady Bird Lake. Midday might include Barton Springs Pool, the three-acre spring-fed pool that stays 68 degrees year-round. The Barton Creek Greenbelt is accessible from multiple trailheads. The Violet Crown Trail pushes south into the Hill Country. Zilker Park hosts ACL in October and Trail of Lights in December, but the rest of the year it is a neighborhood park: soccer games, picnics, paddleboard launches, and a botanical garden.

Zilker competes with Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, and Barton Hills. Travis Heights has similar character but sits farther from the park and trail system. Bouldin Creek is quieter with lower prices but lacks direct park adjacency. Barton Hills offers more space but requires driving to dining. Zilker's advantage is the combination of park access, trail access, restaurant walkability, and downtown proximity that no other neighborhood matches simultaneously.

Zilker is for buyers who want a car-optional lifestyle in the center of Austin's best outdoor amenities. It works for active couples, families who want kids growing up at Barton Springs, and anyone who measures quality of life in trail miles and walkable restaurants rather than square footage and garage bays.