1701 Simond Ave Unit #312, Austin, TX 78723

Stylish and modern 2BD/2BA condo in the coveted Parkside Mueller Residences, perfectly positioned in the vibrant Aldrich Street district and across from the scenic Mueller Lake Park. Experience the ease of low-maintenance living in one of Austin’s most sought after and walkable communities—just steps to green spaces, hike-and-bike trails, Merit Coffee, Veracruz Fonda, H-E-B, Alamo Drafthouse, local eateries, and the beloved weekly farmers market. This bright and airy unit features an open-concept floorplan with a beautifully appointed kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, sleek cabinetry, and an oversized island ideal for entertaining. Thoughtfully designed with privacy in mind, the bedrooms are situated on opposite sides of the home. The spacious primary suite includes dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and generous closet space. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening unwind on a private balcony with views of the community. Premium amenities include a resort-style pool with cabanas, rooftop deck with outdoor kitchen and downtown views, state-of-the-art fitness and cardio studios, co-working lounge, smart parcel lockers, 2 reserved parking spaces including an EV charger and more. Unbeatable location—10 minutes to Downtown, 5 minutes to UT and major hospitals, and just 20 minutes to Austin-Bergstrom Airport. Available furnished.

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.