12001 Palisades Pkwy, Austin, TX 78732

A meticulously maintained 2-story home nestled on a quarter-acre lot in the prestigious Bella Mar community of Steiner Ranch. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, and a dedicated first-level office, this home is designed for comfort and functionality. The well-groomed front yard, adorned with twin trees and a clean walkway, invites you to the charming front porch. Inside, you'll find an open floor plan with high ceilings and tile flooring. The sun-filled living room features a modern ceiling fan, a gas log fireplace, and opens to the dining and kitchen areas. The kitchen is a chef's dream with granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, a center island, recessed lighting, a pantry, and a built-in oven. A built-in desk area, bar seating and a butler's pantry add to the kitchen's functionality. The dining area offers direct access to the extended covered back deck made of Trex composite, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The deck overlooks a fully-fenced backyard lined with trees and includes a ceiling fan for added comfort. The primary bedroom, located on the first level, features high tray ceilings, crown molding, a ceiling fan, and a serene backyard view. The en-suite bathroom boasts dual vanities, framed mirrors, a deep soaking tub, a walk-in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find the secondary bedrooms, all with carpet flooring and ceiling fans, and a versatile bonus room that can be used as a media room, workout room, or playroom. Step outside to enjoy the saltwater pool and spa, set against a picturesque greenbelt backdrop. The home also features a brand-new roof and gutters (July 2024) and a 6.2-megawatt solar panel system that provides an energy credit of $45 annually. Take advantage of Steiner's world-class amenities, including three community centers with pools, parks, playgrounds, tennis/pickleball courts, 20-mile hiking trails, and a waterfront Lake Club on Lake Austin.

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.