1701 Simond Ave Unit #538, Austin, TX 78723

It’s all about the views in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo nestled in the vibrant Mueller neighborhood. This unit provides breathtaking views of Lake Park and the downtown skyline. Inside, you'll find elegant white oak wood flooring, warm, walnut cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The primary bathroom features a dual vanity with ample storage, a walk-in shower, and a huge walk-in closet. Go Green with a dedicated car charger at one of the two assigned garage parking spaces. Additionally, the condo comes fully equipped with a refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Enjoy a wealth of amenities right at your doorstep, including a luxurious resort-style pool with cabanas and grills, a clubhouse, fitness center equipped with Peloton bikes, a stunning rooftop deck with unbeatable views, a co-working space w a private conference room, scenic Hike & Bike trails, a weekly Farmer’s Market, a variety of dining options, coffee shops and a vibrant nightlife. Located just minutes from the University of Texas, downtown, local hospitals, and the airport, this condo offers ultimate convenience and lifestyle.

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.