12 Margranita Cres, Austin, TX 78703

Charming Cottage Across from Tarrytown Park with a Pool! You'll fall in love with this quintessential cottage located directly across from the picturesque Triangle Park in the heart of Tarrytown. This home features a sparkling pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, and even a first-class chicken coop, offering a blend of classic charm and modern living. Originally built in 1947 and reimagined in 2021, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence showcases timeless character with original solid oak floors and thoughtful updates throughout. The sunlit kitchen boasts quartzite countertops, a Zellige tile backsplash, a gas range, and a beverage fridge. The private primary suite serves as a serene retreat tucked at the back of the house, and there's a guest suite with a private en-suite full bath, ideal for visitors or as a versatile home office. Step through 12-foot sliding doors onto a 14' x 22' Ipe deck, which overlooks your tranquil backyard oasis. Enjoy year-round relaxation and entertainment in the pool and hot tub. The side yard features a luxury chicken coop, adding a fun and sustainable element to your lifestyle. Why Tarrytown? One of Austin’s most desirable neighborhoods since 1934, known for its tree-lined streets, excellent schools, and convenient access to local amenities. From 12 Margranita Crescent, you can easily explore nearby attractions, including tacos at Littlefields, coffee at Mozart’s, margaritas at Maudie’s, or a round of golf at Lions Golf Course. The Johnson Creek Hike & Bike Trail, just under a mile away, leads directly to Lady Bird Lake. It's also easily walkable to Casis Elementary and O'Henry Middle School, and so close to downtown! Right across the street, you’ll find Triangle Park, a hub for community gatherings and home to various wildlife, including a family of owls nestled in the oaks. This home isn’t just a property - it’s a gateway to a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle in one of Austin’s most charming neighborhoods.

Tarrytown is a historic Central Austin neighborhood in 78703, five minutes from downtown and bordered by Lake Austin to the west. Median home price $1.95M. Austin ISD schools - Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle, Austin High - and walkability to Deep Eddy Pool, Lady Bird Lake, and Mayfield Park.

The housing stock spans nine decades. Original 1930s-60s colonials, Tudors, and ranch homes sit alongside new construction and gut renovations on lots ranging from 0.15 to 0.3 acres. Lakefront properties on Scenic Drive and streets near Lake Austin command $4M-$15M+. The neighborhood's character has been protected by an engaged neighborhood association and the McMansion Ordinance, which limits building scale.

Daily life here runs on the water and the schools. Morning laps at Deep Eddy Pool (68-degree spring-fed water year-round), school drop-off at Casis, coffee at Tarrytown Pharmacy or Summer Moon, dinner at Jeffrey's or Josephine House without leaving the neighborhood. The Contemporary at Laguna Gloria and Lions Municipal Golf Course are a walk or short bike ride away.

What makes Tarrytown distinct from other luxury Austin neighborhoods: genuine walkability, a 90-year-old neighborhood identity, and Central Austin access that Westlake and Barton Creek cannot match. The tradeoff is Austin ISD instead of Eanes, and smaller lots than you'd find west of MoPac.