12305 Simmental Dr Unit #96, Austin, TX 78732

This exquisite two-story home, located on a prime corner cul-de-sac lot in Steiner Ranch, offers a rare combination of luxury and comfort. Completed in 2020, this is the first Avondale plan built in the prestigious Steiner Retreat, providing both privacy and stunning greenbelt views. Tucked away on a peaceful dead-end street, this home ensures minimal traffic and ample private parking. As you enter, you’re greeted by a grand two-story foyer, which opens into a spacious, light-filled floor plan. The soaring vaulted ceilings and large windows allow natural light to pour in, creating a bright and airy atmosphere that connects the indoors with the beauty of the outdoors. The home has been carefully maintained and features premium finishes throughout. At the heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen, with a generous 11-foot center island, elegant quartz countertops, a breakfast area, and Energy Star stainless steel appliances. Open to the expansive two-story family room, this kitchen is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining guests. The master suite is a true retreat, featuring an oversized euro rain shower, dual vanities, and a spacious walk-in closet. The home offers four well-sized bedrooms, including a guest suite on the main level with its own full bath. Outside, the elevated covered patio provides breathtaking views of the greenbelt, creating an ideal setting for relaxation or entertaining. With a fire suppression system and Ring Doorbell Security, this home ensures safety and peace of mind. Zoned to award-winning Leander ISD and conveniently located near premier shopping, dining, and entertainment, this home offers easy access to everything you need. Residents enjoy access to Steiner Ranch’s top-tier amenities, including pools, parks, tennis courts, hiking trails, and lake access. Live comfortably in one of Austin’s most sought-after communities.

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.