2701 Pinewood Ter, Austin, TX 78757

Tucked into the heart of Allandale, this home blends thoughtful updates with timeless character and a setting that feels like a private retreat. It has been beautifully updated over the years, beginning with a major remodel in 2011 that introduced energy-efficient double-pane windows, added blown-in insulation, and refreshed the guest bath with new cabinetry and granite counters. The kitchen was reimagined with custom alderwood cabinets and travertine flooring, while the garage was finished out with epoxy floors, finished out cabinets with utility sink, insulated doors, custom storage, and decked attic access. A new bedroom and bath with marble and porcelain finishes, a dual-zone HVAC system and a sparkling vintage Austrian crystal chandelier in the living room completed the transformation. In 2016, a rear master suite was added, featuring a spa-like bath with Carrera marble, a walk-in shower, a large walk-in closet and its own chandelier for a touch of elegance. A covered back porch and outdoor kitchen, complete with grill, Big Green Egg, and flagstone flooring, created the perfect space for gatherings. Most recently, in September 2024, the home received a brand-new roof and freshly painted exterior trim, ensuring both beauty and peace of mind. Outdoors, the property shines with a semi-tropical garden designed and nurtured by a master gardener. Lush greenery, thoughtfully layered plantings, and seasonal color create a serene landscape that feels worlds away while still being in the center of Austin. Life at Pinewood Terrace is enriched by its Allandale setting, one of Austin’s most beloved neighborhoods. Residents prize the area’s tree-lined streets, one of Austin’s largest neighborhood parks and easy access to local favorites like Tacodeli, Bufalina Due, and Little Deli. Shoal Creek’s dedicated bike lane—running all the way to downtown—makes a weekend ride simple and scenic. Northwest District Park provides playgrounds, a pool, and tennis courts close by.

Allandale is a mid-century neighborhood in North-Central Austin's 78757, built around the Burnet Road dining corridor and the Shoal Creek trail. Median home price $950K. Austin ISD schools (Gullett Elementary), 12 minutes to downtown, 8 minutes to UT campus.

The housing stock is predominantly 1950s-60s ranch homes on generous lots (8,000-12,000+ sq ft) — big enough for serious yard space, a pool, or a future addition. Some owners have updated; others love the original floor plans. A teardown-and-rebuild wave is underway but slower than in Westlake or Tarrytown. Active listings typically number 10-15 at any given time.

Burnet Road changed everything. Barley Swine, Bufalina Due, Pinthouse Pizza, Yard Bar, and Phil's Icehouse turned this stretch into one of Austin's best dining corridors. Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Pool (Austin's first Olympic-sized public pool, opened 1956) anchors summer life. Shoal Creek bisects the neighborhood with a trail connecting south to downtown and north to Anderson Lane.

What makes Allandale the value play in Central Austin: lot sizes that rival Tarrytown at half the price, a dining corridor that rivals South Congress, and a commute that's shorter than most suburbs. The tradeoff is Austin ISD (good but not Eanes) and mid-century homes that may need updating.