1911 Collier St, Austin, TX 78704

*ALL OFFERS ARE DUE BY 2:00 PM on SATURDAY 4/17/2021* *$100,000 in upgrades, see complete list of docs* Set in the one of the most coveted neighborhoods in Austin, this luxury, health-conscious, home in Zilker refines classic lines of the traditional Texas farmhouse and combines historical references with modern design sensibilities. The two living areas downstairs include a large den leading to the private master bedroom retreat. In the master, is an oversized walk-in closet and upgraded spa bath complete with a long vanity, standing shower and upgraded luxury Kohler Abrazo 66 inch, 2 person tub. On the second level, there are two bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath and a third family room with views of the backyard and expansive custom kids 2 level treehouse. The rooms feel open and airy - with high ceilings, many windows and spacious walk-in closets. The city skyline completes the view from one of the large secondary bedrooms. Gourmet Thermador chef's kitchen includes a - 36" gas range, 42" built-in refrigerator, large island with seating, abundance of cabinetry, built-in wine cooler, huge pantry and under sink reverse osmosis water filter, all conveniently designed for a great working space. Walls of windows bring in the beauty of the backyard, where a landscaped tree-shaded oasis makes entertaining easy and has room for a pool. An upgraded screened-in, outdoor living area with automated retractable screen, Cletile Belgian Reproduction patio tiles and grill area is accessible from both the family room and kitchen. Tucked away in the corner of the backyard is your own relaxing oasis featuring a custom built cedar hot tub with chemical free sanitizing system. This hot tub was a true blessing during the recent historic freeze but is also plumbed for an easy expansion into a chill-tub for your own dedicated ice-bath for the Texas summers. .

Zilker is the only neighborhood in Austin where you can complete an entire day - morning run, afternoon swim, evening dinner - without ever sitting in a car. The Butler Trail starts at your doorstep. Barton Springs Pool is a walk across the park. Barton Springs Road has enough restaurants to fill a week. That car-free possibility is not a marketing pitch. People here actually live that way.

The neighborhood sits south of Lady Bird Lake, bounded by MoPac west, Lamar east, Barton Skyway south, and the lake north. Zilker Park, the 351-acre green space, occupies the northeast corner where Barton Creek meets the lake. Downtown is across the Lamar or First Street bridge, five to ten minutes and entirely bikeable. Terry Black's serves competition-grade barbecue. Odd Duck does seasonal small plates. Uchi is widely considered one of the best Japanese restaurants in the country. Juliet Italian Kitchen handles the neighborhood spot role. Loro does Thai-inspired barbecue. Tiki Tatsu-Ya turns a strip mall into an immersive experience. Nido at The Loren brings hotel-level dining to the south end.

Craftsman bungalows from the 1930s anchor many streets with covered porches and mature pecans. Mid-Century Ranch homes fill blocks closer to Barton Skyway. Contemporary builds have replaced many originals, especially near the park and trail. A block might have three bungalows, a Ranch, and two new contemporaries side by side. Prices start around $800,000 for a small bungalow needing work and climb past $3 million for new construction with park proximity. The median hovers around $1.3 million. Lots are modest, typically 5,000 to 8,000 square feet.

Zilker Elementary has a devoted parent community that has invested through fundraising and advocacy, with a strong arts program. Students feed into O. Henry Middle School and Austin High School, located directly on Lady Bird Lake with an unusual campus setting for an urban school. Families who choose Zilker schools value walkability, diversity, and community engagement over the metrics-driven approach of some suburban districts.

A typical weekday starts with a morning run on the Butler Trail, which loops around Lady Bird Lake. Midday might include Barton Springs Pool, the three-acre spring-fed pool that stays 68 degrees year-round. The Barton Creek Greenbelt is accessible from multiple trailheads. The Violet Crown Trail pushes south into the Hill Country. Zilker Park hosts ACL in October and Trail of Lights in December, but the rest of the year it is a neighborhood park: soccer games, picnics, paddleboard launches, and a botanical garden.

Zilker competes with Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, and Barton Hills. Travis Heights has similar character but sits farther from the park and trail system. Bouldin Creek is quieter with lower prices but lacks direct park adjacency. Barton Hills offers more space but requires driving to dining. Zilker's advantage is the combination of park access, trail access, restaurant walkability, and downtown proximity that no other neighborhood matches simultaneously.

Zilker is for buyers who want a car-optional lifestyle in the center of Austin's best outdoor amenities. It works for active couples, families who want kids growing up at Barton Springs, and anyone who measures quality of life in trail miles and walkable restaurants rather than square footage and garage bays.