
Welcome to 16800 & 16802 Forest Way located in the Hudson Bend community on the beautiful shores of Lake Travis. This is the opportunity you have been looking for! First time on the market on over 50 years! This 2.99 acre gorgeous tree covered property offers 2 homes, a warehouse/shop, pool, garden, & gazebo all on a gentle slope down to your private 150 feet of waterfront, boat dock and boat ramp. The property is not part of an HOA and has no restrictions other than deed restrictions. The main home is rented month-to-month and the cabin is currently being used as an STR. There are no restriction related to short-term rentals in this area! The primary 2-story home was originally built in 1972 and features: 1,624 sqft., 2 bedrooms, 2 living areas, 2 full baths, laundry room, interior storage, 2 car garage and stunning lake views from both levels. The cabin below, "The Sunday House" is a quaint and updated, all wood constructed in 1979, 704 sqft., 2 bedroom, 1 living area, full kitchen, 1 full bath home with and amazing porch and stunning views of Lake Travis. Below the cabin is a large covered gazebo, a great place for hosting family and friends. The private boat ramp, private waterfront and private boat dock are just beyond down the sloping landscape, no cliffs or stairs to contend with. The boat dock has one covered boat slip, electricity, ship locker and sitting area. It is the perfect spot to hang out after a long day of boating or do a little fishing. When Lake Travis is full at 681' there is approximately 60' of water below the dock! The shop/warehouse is 25' x 55' all metal building on slab with 2 large roll-up doors. The shop and main home both have upgraded electric services. The property provides the perfect canvas for a remodel or new build. The majority of the improvements are on the 18602 Forest Way lot, the 16800 lot primarily only has a semi-demolished house on it.
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1970
Lot Size
2.99 acres
$/Sq Ft
$1,618
Garage
8 spaces
Pool
Yes
Listed by Travis Real Estate
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Verified property facts
16800 Forest Way is listed at $2,750,000 with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1,700 square feet, 2.99-acre lot. This places it above the 78734 median of $646,250.
16800 Forest Way is zoned for Lake Travis ISD with assigned schools: Lake Travis (elementary), Hudson Bend (middle), Lake Travis (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
16800 Forest Way is a Residential built in 1970 featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1,700 square feet, 2.99-acre lot.
16800 Forest Way is presented by the Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career volume across Austin's luxury market.
With 20% down ($550,000) on a 30-year fixed mortgage at approximately 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment for 16800 Forest Way is around $19,311 including principal, interest, and estimated taxes. Actual payment varies by rate, down payment, insurance, and HOA fees.
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Every recorded sale and lease at 16800 Forest Way, whoever represented it.
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Listed with current price, original ask, and market time.
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-12.5% | — | $692,428 | — | — |
2024+3.9% | — | $790,999 | $373,500 | $280,860 |
2023+38.7% | — | $761,174 | $373,500 | $417,499 |
2022+14.0% | — | $548,611 | $373,500 | $387,674 |
2021 | — | $481,369 | $373,500 | $175,111 |

Zoned assignments come from the property school fields available to us. District context schools are shown only when an assigned tier is missing. Contact the school district directly to verify current boundaries and enrollment eligibility. Ratings from GreatSchools.org.
20% ($550K)
$2,750,000
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List price
$2,750,000
Price per sqft
$1,618/sqft
Vs. Hudson Bend Colony 01 Resub median
Not available
Days on market
6 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$2.8M original
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Aug 16, 2026.
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At $2,750,000, 16800 Forest Way is in the Hudson Bend Colony 01 Resub market where there are currently 181 active listings in 78734. The Keenan Group has completed 16 transactions in 78734 as part of 1,000+ career sales totaling $1B+ across Austin.
16800 Forest Way was built in 1970 (56 years ago). Buyers should budget for potential updates to major systems.
16800 Forest Way includes verified waterfront access: Lake Front,Waterfront. Buyers should confirm shoreline, dock rights, and floodplain status during due diligence.
16800 Forest Way sits on a 2.99-acre lot, providing substantial outdoor living space. Properties of this scale in Austin's luxury market typically feature pool areas, outdoor kitchens, and mature landscaping. Confirm specific amenities with the listing agent.
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Current Price
$2,750,000
Timeline data compiled from MLS records and public records. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-12.5% | — | $692,428 | — | — |
2024+3.9% | — | $790,999 | $373,500 | $280,860 |
2023+38.7% | — | $761,174 | $373,500 | $417,499 |
2022+14.0% | — | $548,611 | $373,500 | $387,674 |
2021 | — | $481,369 | $373,500 | $175,111 |
Timeline merges MLS activity (when permitted) with public records. Some details may be restricted to registered VOW clients.
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