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4 bed, 3 bath, 3,634 sqft on 0.20 acres in Sweetwater. Austin, TX 78738. $865,000. Lake Travis ISD.
This impeccably maintained 2015 Sweetwater home offers more than $120K in builder upgrades & thoughtful design you won't find elsewhere. Tucked on a cul-de-sac with direct access to walking trails that lead to a neighborhood playground, 18605 Amberg features a first-floor primary suite, dedicated office, & formal dining. Upstairs, there’s a sitting area, spacious media room, and three additional bedrooms. The showpiece kitchen was custom designed by the sellers and builder to create an open-concept layout free of the pillars usually found in this floorplan. The white cabinetry, hand- selected granite, & upgraded appliances set this kitchen apart. New Roof was installed Oct 2024 and new HVAC System was installed Aug 2025. Don’t miss the expansive covered patio with fireplace & built-in grill that overlooks a serene backyard with plenty of room for a pool. Wax myrtles and an artful iron screen add to the privacy. The Sweetwater neighborhood boasts multiple pools and amenities centers, and there are frequent community events that enhance life here. It’s just minutes from the Hill Country Galleria and feeds to top-rated Lake Travis ISD schools. Schedule a tour today!
Verified property facts
18605 Amberg PL is listed at $865,000 with 4 bedrooms, 3 full, 1 half bathrooms, 3,634 square feet, 0.20-acre lot. This places it above the ZIP 78738 single-family closed-sale median price of $858,617 (ZIP 78738 geography · single-family closed sales · median sale price · trailing 12 months as of Sep 25, 2026).
18605 Amberg PL is zoned for Lake Travis ISD with assigned schools: Rough Hollow (elementary), Lake Travis (middle), Lake Travis (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
18605 Amberg PL is a Residential built in 2015 featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 full, 1 half bathrooms, 3,634 square feet, 0.20-acre lot.
18605 Amberg PL is listed by Bramlett Partners. Keenan Group at Compass presents this IDX listing and provides the accompanying market analysis using MLS Grid / Unlock MLS data reviewed as of Sep 25, 2026.
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Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 18605 Amberg PL, whoever represented it.
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Price Change 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-17.8% | — | $666,660 | — | — |
2024-6.0% | — | $810,632 | $150,000 | $585,394 |
2023+57.8% | — | $862,801 | $150,000 | $660,632 |
2022 | — | $546,696 | $150,000 | $712,801 |
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% ($173K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$865,000
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List price
$865,000
Price per sqft
$238/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
+25.4%
$690K · Sweetwater neighborhood guide · reference price
Days on market
104 days
Original to current
$20K reduction
$885K original
Active inventory context
27 listings
Price Position in Sweetwater
Listed 25% above the Sweetwater neighborhood guide reference price. Sweetwater neighborhood guide · reference price.
Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Sep 25, 2026.
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18605 Amberg PL is priced at $238 per square foot across 3,634 sqft. The Sweetwater neighborhood guide reference price is $690,000 (Sweetwater neighborhood guide · reference price).
The most recent annual property tax for 18605 Amberg PL is $11,024. Texas has no state income tax, so property taxes are a primary revenue source. Rates vary by jurisdiction and exemptions. Verify current amounts with the county appraisal district.
This page does not assume a mortgage rate or publish a monthly payment for 18605 Amberg PL. A property-specific estimate requires a current lender rate, chosen down payment, taxes, insurance, and any verified association dues.
As of Sep 25, 2026, 18605 Amberg PL is offered at $865,000. The current MLS snapshot shows 202 active listings in 78738. Keenan Group has completed 30 verified transactions in 78738 within its 1,000+ completed transactions and $1B+ career volume across Austin. See Keenan Group's Sweetwater guide for current neighborhood analysis.
The MLS listing reports HOA or association dues of $260 quarterly for 18605 Amberg PL. It does not establish included amenities, services, rules, reserves, or current assessments; verify those items in current association documents.
Answers use visible listing facts, school context, and neighborhood data available on this page. Verify time-sensitive details before making decisions.
Sweetwater is one of Austin's established neighborhoods, zoned for Lake Travis ISD in the 78738 area. The Keenan Group has specialized in Sweetwater real estate for 25+ years with 1,000+ career transactions. Contact (512) 415-7653 for current market conditions and available homes.
Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024)
9 events on record
Current Price
$865,000
Timeline data compiled from MLS records and public records. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-17.8% | — | $666,660 | — | — |
2024-6.0% | — | $810,632 | $150,000 | $585,394 |
2023+57.8% | — | $862,801 | $150,000 | $660,632 |
2022 | — | $546,696 | $150,000 | $712,801 |
Timeline merges MLS activity (when permitted) with public records. Some details may be restricted to registered VOW clients.
| Address | Sold Price |
|---|---|
| 603 Anfield CIR | $860K |
| 13802 Yellow Bell BND Unit #17 | $600K |
| 15504 Cabrillo WAY | $875K |
| 5812 Davenport Divide RD | $1.25M |
| 14501 Falcon Head BLVD Unit #16 | $575K |
| 14501 Falcon Head BLVD Unit #47 | $550K |
| 2801 Fortuna DR | $627K |
| 14501 Falcon Head Blvd #9 | $569K |
Neighborhood guide and local insights
Sweetwater is the Bee Cave community where the developer spent as much on the pool complex as some neighborhoods spend on their entire amenity package. The resort-style aquatic center includes a heated lap pool, a family pool with splash pad, and an adults-only pool, all surrounded by Hill Country landscaping and cabana seating. It sounds like a vacation resort, but this is a neighborhood amenity residents use on a regular Tuesday in June. Sweetwater is in Bee Cave within the 78738 zip code, along Sweetwater Boulevard off Hamilton Pool Road. Downtown Austin is approximately 25 minutes east via Highway 71 to MoPac. The Bee Cave commercial district is about five minutes along the 71 corridor. Hamilton Pool Preserve is roughly 20 minutes west on Hamilton Pool Road. Reimers Ranch Park, with rock climbing, mountain biking, and Pedernales river access, is about 15 minutes in the same direction. Lake Travis boat ramps are 15 to 20 minutes away. Housing reflects construction from 2015 through present. Hill Country Contemporary dominates at roughly 40 percent, with native limestone, metal roofing, and floor plans oriented around outdoor living. Texas Traditional accounts for about 25 percent. Modern Farmhouse at approximately 20 percent brings the open-plan aesthetic popular across Austin luxury. Lot sizes range from a fifth of an acre in townhome sections to three-quarters of an acre on estate lots. Pricing spans from the mid-$500s for patio homes to over $2.5 million for custom builds. The core market for a four-bedroom falls between $850,000 and $1.4 million. Lake Travis ISD serves Sweetwater, with assignments at Bee Cave Elementary, Lake Travis Middle, and Lake Travis High. The district rests on strong academic performance, competitive athletics, and broad extracurriculars. Lake Travis High sends graduates to competitive universities statewide. The growing commercial tax base supplements residential revenue and supports per-student spending. The internal trail system connects neighborhoods to the pool complex, parks, and common areas. Falconhead West trails are nearby for longer outings. Hamilton Pool draws visitors from across Texas but is close enough to feel local. Reimers Ranch offers 18-plus miles for biking and hiking plus river access. Cafe Blue handles seafood consistently. The Garden at Ellera brings Italian-influenced fare for date nights. Jack Allen's Kitchen serves Texas comfort food with local sourcing. Baguette et Chocolat provides French bakery and bistro. Meridian 98 brings a modern American menu. Summer revolves around pools and lake outings. Fall and spring push residents onto trails and into Hill Country parks. Compared to Serene Hills, which emphasizes preserved green space, Sweetwater offers a larger community with more amenity infrastructure. Serene Hills is quieter and more intimate. Sweetwater is more active and programmed. Compared to Rough Hollow with its marina, Sweetwater lacks direct lake infrastructure but counters with the pool complex and a location closer to Bee Cave's commercial core. Rough Hollow suits buyers centered on the lake. Sweetwater suits those wanting resort amenities without tying routine to water. Sweetwater fits families wanting a loaded amenity package, Lake Travis ISD, and Bee Cave convenience without committing to a lake or golf lifestyle. If your Saturday involves morning laps, an afternoon hike at Reimers Ranch, and dinner at one of five restaurants within ten minutes, this is where those things converge. The community is large enough for variety but structured enough that amenities create connection points. It is built for people who will actually use what the HOA provides.
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