2015 Ashby Ave Unit #B, Austin, TX 78704

Discover the perfect blend of convenience and charm at 2015 Ashby Avenue #B, nestled in the coveted Zilker neighborhood of 78704. This exceptional Spaller Glover townhome is a true neighborhood gem, distinguished by its distinctive facade and unique roofline. Step inside to find a light-filled open floorplan, highlighted by soaring ceilings and an abundance of natural light. The living area flows smoothly into the spacious kitchen which is truly an entertainer’s delight. Featuring a large central island with custom Carrara marble countertops, a lower beverage fridge, Bertazzoni Italian six burner gas range, sleek soft-close cabinets, a breakfast bar that comfortably seats four, and additional built-in cabinets with an under-cabinet wine fridge, this kitchen has everything you need to throw a perfect dinner party. The adjoining dining area, bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, seamlessly transitions to a covered patio perfect for outdoor dining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a serene retreat, framed by the lush green canopy of the backyard. It boasts a sophisticated design leading to a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a Carrara marble double vanity, soaking tub, shower, and a generous walk-in closet off to the side. On the opposite side of the hallway, you'll find two versatile guest rooms or office spaces, each reflecting the unique Spaller Glover style, accompanied by another full bathroom, laundry room, and linen closet off the hallway. The private backyard extends the beauty of entertaining, featuring a bocce ball court that could easily be turfed, a pergola to extend the patio, a cozy seating area, and a greenhouse/storage building towards the back. With this home’s proximity to Lady Bird Lake trails, Zilker Park, and Barton Springs Pool, experience the vibrancy of city living with the tranquility of natural beauty all right here on Ashby.

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.