1217 Arcadia Ave Unit #B, Austin, TX 78757

This modern 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath custom build by Smyth Homes in the heart of Brentwood lives like-new with high-end finishes, tall ceilings, an open floor plan, a recently replaced roof, energy-efficient open-cell spray foam insulation, tankless water heater, a private backyard, a one-car garage, and an ideal layout with the primary on the main level and the secondary bedrooms tucked away upstairs. Designed with style + functionality in mind, the home is bathed in natural light with its large windows and custom window treatments for added privacy. The sleek, contemporary aesthetic is highlighted by freshly painted level 5 smooth walls, polished concrete floors, hardwoods, and eye-catching Mediterranean-style concrete tile in the bathrooms. Note: HOA fee listed is actually Unit B’s approximate portion of the shared annual insurance premium for everything studs-out for the property. The owner’s home insurance is then significantly lower than normal due to this. The gourmet kitchen is a standout, featuring stainless steel appliances, Quartz countertops including a Quartz island waterfall side, and a long island—perfect for entertaining—along with a welcoming eat-in dining area. The primary suite on the main level offers a walk-in closet, dual sinks, a private water closet, and a spacious walk-in shower. Upstairs, the secondary bedrooms boast charming pitched rooflines & skylights, making them perfect for bedrooms, a home office, a workout space, or a flex room. Located in a prime Brentwood location, this home is just a short stroll to beloved neighborhood spots like The Little Deli, Brentwood Social, Fresh Plus + Brentwood Park. Award-winning Brentwood Elementary, Lamar Middle, McCallum High School. Bike to the Crestview Light Rail Station for a quick trip downtown or up north. Just minutes from Downtown Austin, The University of Texas, The Domain, and more!

Brentwood is one of Austin's original mid-century neighborhoods - built mostly between 1948 and 1955 when the city was expanding north of campus. The bones are good: 1,200-1,800 sqft brick and stone ranch homes on 7,500-10,000 sqft lots, mature pecan and oak trees, and a street grid that connects to everywhere without a single cul-de-sac.

The 78757 zip puts you 10 minutes from downtown via Lamar, 8 minutes from the Domain, and walking distance to Burnet Road - which has become one of Austin's best food corridors. Foreign & Domestic, Lala's Little Nugget, Top Notch Hamburgers, Tacodeli, and Soup Peddler are all within a mile. The Crown & Anchor on Burnet still serves the same burgers it did in 1980.

Original ranch homes start around $700K. Renovated and expanded properties run $1.1M-$1.6M. Tear-down and rebuild has accelerated over the past five years - new construction in the $1.8M-$2.5M range now mixes with the originals. The Brentwood Park area near Justin Lane holds value especially well.

Schools are Austin ISD: Brentwood Elementary, Lamar Middle, and McCallum High School - which feeds the Fine Arts Academy. Brentwood Park itself has tennis courts, a swimming pool, and the historic Brentwood Park Pool that families have used since the 1950s.

What makes Brentwood different from the bigger-name North Austin neighborhoods: it's still mostly its original housing stock. You can buy a real 1950s house with the post-war floor plan intact, then decide what to do with it. The neighborhood association is active, the streets are quiet, and the trees are tall enough to actually shade the sidewalks.

Best for buyers who want a true urban neighborhood with mid-century character, walkable food and coffee, and the McCallum Fine Arts Academy zoning.