2016 Goodrich Ave Unit #2A, Austin, TX 78704

This stunning townhome in highly sought after 78704 makes an impact from the minute you lay eyes on it. Situated over two, well-designed levels, this green-star construction townhome features 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms and 2 living areas. The modern details throughout the home are gorgeous and create a welcoming ambiance. Beautiful and full of soft natural light, the spacious living room provides the perfect space for lounging in the evenings or entertaining guests. A top-quality surround sound system has been installed to take your movie watching to the next level or to create a lively ambiance during parties. Concrete countertops are complimented by a super unique tile backsplash that catches the sunlight from the many windows in the kitchen. Stainless steel appliances include a gas range, built-in microwave, dishwasher and disposal. Metrohouse stair railings have been installed on the staircase that leads to the 2nd floor, giving them a cool, modern vibe. A floor-to-ceiling bookcase is an intrinsic feature of the upstairs flex room. The x-large owner's suite is a relaxing and comfortable space to begin and end your day and features a private balcony, his/her closets and an ensuite bath. Feel like you are in a treehouse while relaxing on the private owner's suite patio with nothing but lush treetops views in sight. Storage space will never be an issue with huge closets throughout the home. 2 light-filled guest bedrooms and a full bathroom also reside on the 2nd floor. Suffer from allergies? There is no carpet in this entire home; stained concrete on the main floor and white oak wood flooring on the 2nd floor! The fenced in backyard space is perfection with a covered patio and xeriscaped yard. You can't find a better location with all of the new South Lamar restaurants and shops just down the street, DT Austin 10 mins away and easy access to both Mopac and I35.

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.