5 bed, 3 bath, 2,153 sqft on 2.03 acres in Johnson City. Johnson City, TX 78636. $985,000. Johnson City ISD.
About This Home
Positioned along an exceptional stretch of the Pedernales River in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, this recently completed modern retreat offers the perfect blend of luxury, flexibility & waterfront living. Built in 2023, the property features a beautifully finished 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath main residence w/ an office, plus a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest suite connected by a dogtrot-style breezeway. Ideal as a full-time home, private getaway, or income-producing short-term rental, the possibilities are endless.
Inside the main residence, soaring vaulted ceilings & expansive windows frame unobstructed river views. The open-concept design centers around a gourmet kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, porcelain countertops, high-end lighting, an oversized island, & a stylish dry bar w/ wine fridge. The spacious primary suite includes a private office & ensuite bath, while two additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations.
Across the breezeway, the detached guest suite offers the same craftsmanship & modern finishes with two bedrooms, one full bath, & a private entrance—perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or maximizing rental income. An expansive outdoor deck between the two living spaces captures sunset & river views.
149± ft of Pedernales River frontage offers kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing & a private dock. Consistent year-round water levels make this stretch of the river especially enjoyable for recreation. A riverside gravel gathering area & shared green space provide access to 600 ft of river frontage shared by only seven owners. Additional features include a 2-car garage, approximately 2,000 SF of enclosed sub-floor storage, energy-efficient systems, & a durable metal roof.
Located minutes from Johnson City in a short-term rental-friendly community, this turnkey riverfront property offers a rare opportunity to own a pristine modern home with exceptional waterfront access & outstanding lifestyle or investment potential.
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2023
- Lot Size
- 2.03 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $458
- HOA
- $2,400/year
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Listing information last updated September 2, 2026.
Listed by Keller Williams Realty
MLS# 5861555 • Active
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Ceiling-High
- Ceiling-Vaulted
- Dry Bar
- Kitchen Island
- No Interior Steps
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Recessed Lighting
- Stackable W
- D Connections
- Study
- Home Office
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Electric Oven
- Free-Standing Electric Range
- Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Electric Water Heater
- Wine Refrigerator
- Tile
- Wood
- Heating
- Central,Electric
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
Exterior & Lot
- Lighting
- Private Yard
- Hardi
- Plank Type
- Stucco
- Back Yard
- Cul-De-Sac
- Front Yard
- Sloped Down
- Many Trees
- Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Views
- Combination
- Covered
- Deck
- Front Porch
- Patio
- Porch
- Rear Porch
- Roof
- Metal
- Lot Size
- 2.03 Acres
- Attached
- Concrete
- Driveway
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- River Front
Financial
- HOA Fee
- $2,400 / year
- Original List Price
- $985,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $458
Utilities
- Electricity Connected
- Water Source
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 299 River Place, whoever represented it.
- ActiveListed 2026Current price: $985,000Original list: $985,000MLS 5861555
- Listed · September 1, 2026$985,000
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Price & Listing History
Listed with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $985,000
- Original list
- $985,000
- Price movement
- No verified reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Sep 1, 2026 · 45 days
Zoned Schools
Johnson City ISD
Lyndon B Johnson
Lyndon B Johnson
Lyndon B Johnson
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.
Excluded from this estimate: property taxes and home insurance. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
HOA source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS, as of 2026-10-16T01:07:17.912+00:00; normalized from annual dues.
20% ($197K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$985,000
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List price
$985,000
Price per sqft
$458/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
45 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$985K original
Active inventory context
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 16, 2026.
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