1701 Simond Ave Unit #636, Austin, TX 78723

Located directly across from Mueller Lake Park and steps from the vibrant Aldrich Street District, this building sits in one of Austin’s most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods. Just outside your door, enjoy scenic hike and bike trails around the lake, and don’t miss Austin’s largest farmers market every Sunday—right next to the building. This top-floor, 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers peaceful views of the pool and amenities—not the busy street—making it a quiet retreat in the middle of the action. Inside, you'll find vinyl and tile flooring throughout, a spacious kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a sleek vent hood. Appliances also include a brand new washer and dryer for your convenience. The bathroom features dual vanities, extra storage, and a deep soaking tub for added comfort. Parkside residents enjoy a host of amenities including a rooftop terrace with Downtown Austin views, fire-pit, clubhouse, fitness center, resort-style pool, and outdoor kitchen. Whether you're heading to brunch downstairs or taking a morning stroll around the lake, this is urban living at its best.

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.