12029 Portobella Dr, Austin, TX 78732

Embrace the active, community-focused lifestyle of Steiner Ranch in this wonderful 5-bedroom home. Nestled against a tranquil nature preserve in the desirable front section of the neighborhood, this home offers added privacy along with easy entry and exit. Enjoy access to world-class amenities, including three community centers with pools and playgrounds, and the exclusive residents' Lake Club on Lake Austin The home's impressive interior is designed for comfortable living and entertaining. A soaring ceiling greets you in the main living area, which features a unique recessed living room that feels both grand and inviting. Just off the entry, a formal dining room provides an elegant setting for special occasions. The open layout leads into the kitchen, a true heart of the home with its granite counters, functional island, and ample cabinet space. With five spacious bedrooms, including a convenient guest room and full bath on the main level that offers great flexibility as a private home office or guest quarters, there is room for everyone. The second floor is dedicated to rest, highlighted by the oversized primary suite. This private sanctuary includes a large bedroom, an en-suite bathroom with a large jetted tub and walk-in shower, and an expansive closet. Step outside to enjoy the stillness of your backyard, providing a direct connection to nature and the community's famous 20+ miles of hiking and biking trails. Confidence in your purchase is assured, as the home's major components have been attended to, including a recently replaced roof and A/C system, both with transferable warranties. Ample storage with seven distinct areas, including built-in garage racks. With updated carpet from 2022 and its zoning for the highly acclaimed Vandegrift High School, this property represents a fantastic find in a premier Austin community.

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.