12406 Simmental Dr Unit #89, Austin, TX 78732

Tucked into the highly desirable north end of Steiner Ranch, this one-story home offers a rare blend of privacy, walkability and resort-style living—just an 8-minute stroll to Quinlan Crossing for coffee at Summer Moon, errands at Randall's or lunch on the patio at local favorites. Extensively upgraded with over $188,500 in improvements, the home feels elevated yet effortless. Fresh interior paint, modern lighting and warm wood flooring create a clean backdrop, while high ceilings and a tray ceiling enhance the sense of space and light. The kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, wall oven and a large island for gathering. The primary suite offers greenbelt views, a spacious walk-in shower, dedicated vanity and custom closet system. The backyard lives like a private retreat. A heated plunge pool with sun ledge, in-water umbrella and 6-foot water curtain sets the tone, while turf landscaping means no maintenance. The louvered pergola with electric shades allows for sun or shade year-round. A screened-in sunroom adds flexible living space for relaxing or entertaining with a greenbelt backdrop. Solar panels, a water softener and a 2-car garage add everyday efficiency. Located in Steiner Ranch with access to pools, parks, trails, lake access, tennis, pickleball and more, zoned to Steiner Elementary, Canyon Ridge and Vandegrift High.

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.