1701 Simond Ave Unit #304, Austin, TX 78723

Discover a beautifully updated two bedroom, two bathroom residence in Parkside at Mueller offering comfort, style, and an easy lock and leave lifestyle in one of Austin’s most walkable neighborhoods. Warm designer finishes, under cabinet lighting, upgraded pendant fixtures, and a welcoming color palette create an inviting atmosphere throughout the open living space. The kitchen blends function and elegance with upgraded cabinetry, a built in pantry drawer, and a hidden KitchenAid mixer stand. The spacious primary suite features a custom walk in closet system, while the secondary bedroom includes built in storage that works well for guests or a home office. Additional enhancements include expanded cabinetry in the laundry room and thoughtful designer accent walls that elevate the home’s overall aesthetic. A rare highlight of this unit is its street facing orientation, which provides added privacy and a more residential feel. Two assigned parking spaces are conveniently located on the same level as the home, offering effortless access without the need for an elevator. Residents enjoy access to resort style amenities including a sparkling pool with cabanas, an updated fitness center, a clubhouse, grilling stations, and secure building entry. Just across the street, Mueller Lake Park offers miles of trails, open green space, and a popular weekly farmers market. The home is also moments from HEB, Alamo Drafthouse, local restaurants, coffee shops, and vibrant retail. Unit 304 offers an ideal combination of convenience, comfort, and modern design in the heart of one of Austin’s most sought after communities.

Mueller is what happens when a city tears down its old airport and rebuilds the neighborhood from scratch with everything it learned. 700 acres of mixed-use design, 140+ acres of parks and green space, and one of the largest LEED-certified communities in Texas. The street grid is walkable, the houses face each other instead of garages, and the Lake Park splash pad is the unofficial summer gathering point.

Housing runs from 1,200 sqft row homes around $550K to 4,000+ sqft single-family homes near $1.4M. Yard homes, garden homes, condos, and townhomes are mixed on the same block by design. Most builds went up between 2007 and 2022, so HVAC, roofs, and energy systems are modern. Expect $380-$450/sqft on resales depending on type and location within the neighborhood.

The 78723 zip is what surprises buyers most. Mueller sits 10 minutes from downtown via Manor Road, 7 minutes from Dell Children's Medical Center, and 15 minutes from the airport. The Thursday Farmers' Market at Mueller Lake Park runs year-round. Aldrich Street has the H-E-B, restaurants, and the Alamo Drafthouse anchor. Branch Park hosts free outdoor movies in summer.

Schools serve Austin ISD: Maplewood Elementary, Lamar Middle, and McCallum High - which has Austin's longest-running Fine Arts Academy. Families also pull from Magellan International School and Austin Achieve Public Schools nearby.

What you get in Mueller that you can't replicate elsewhere in Austin: a master-planned neighborhood with a real urban density model, parks within a 5-minute walk of every door, and a mixed-income housing program that keeps the demographic diverse. What you give up: large lots. Most yards are intentionally small to keep density high and parks plentiful.

Best for buyers who want walkability, sustainable design, and a real neighborhood feel without leaving the urban core.