3209 Clawson Rd Unit #1, Austin, TX 78704

Welcome to 3209 Clawson, an impeccable modern residence that has been carefully crafted by LBF Homes and thoughtfully designed by Austin Home Magazine's "Best Interior Designers List" winner, Begonia Barbancho of BB Design. Located in a boutique community of six tree-lined residences in 78704, this development offers the best of both worlds: nature-filled privacy in a convenient urban setting. Upon entry, you're immediately greeted by an over-sized, custom steel and glass pivot door, which isn't the only oversized feature of this home. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring light in from every corner - the perfect complement to a well-thought-out and carefully considered open floor plan. Throughout the home, you'll find the perfect combination of intimate spaces complimented by unique features and open flow between. Enjoy indoor/outdoor living year-round through connected outdoor and indoor living spaces and a floor plan that's ideal for entertainment and gatherings. Just off the family room is a large outdoor patio and private fenced backyard with a modern pool. The kitchen features a working pantry with ample storage, imported quartz countertops, a state-of-the-art Miele appliance package, and custom cabinetry. Dividing the kitchen/dining space from the living sits a custom, double-sided, limewashed fireplace - a true design masterpiece. The first floor also features a full bedroom/bath and a tucked away office retreat. An open-spine, steel and wood staircase leads you to the second floor where you'll find a second living space, three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and ample outdoor living space. The spacious primary suite and stunning spa-like primary bathroom offer luxury that is unmatched in the area. Throughout the home you'll find carefully curated tile and fixture selections, level 5 drywall finish, a 3-car garage, and design touches that make this feel like a custom home. With an unmatched location and unbeatable design, you won't want to miss this.

South Congress is the only street in Austin where you can buy custom cowboy boots, eat handmade sushi at a ten-seat counter, and watch 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats take flight from a bridge - all within a half-mile walk. That density of experience makes this neighborhood different from every other part of the city. It is a real neighborhood where people live full lives, and the commercial strip at its center happens to be the most photographed street in Texas.

The corridor runs along Congress Avenue south of Lady Bird Lake, roughly from the bridge to Oltorf Street, with residential streets extending east and west. Downtown is a ten-minute walk across the Congress Avenue Bridge. The Texas Capitol is visible from the north end. Perla's does coastal seafood on a patio that becomes a scene on weekends. Home Slice Pizza has had a line since the day it opened. Aba serves Mediterranean with a rooftop view. June's All Day handles the all-day cafe role. Otoko is one of the most exclusive dining experiences in Texas. Magnolia Cafe remains a late-night institution. Jo's Coffee is where the famous mural lives, and Lenoir offers a prix fixe wine garden.

Craftsman bungalows from the 1920s through 1940s give the neighborhood its character, with front porches and mature pecan trees. Modern condominiums line the avenue itself. Contemporary townhomes fill spaces between. Bungalows on decent lots start around $700,000 and can exceed $1.5 million. Condos range from the mid-$400s to over $2 million for luxury high-rise units with downtown views. Lot sizes for single-family homes are small, often under a tenth of an acre, which keeps the density high and the walkability real.

Travis Heights Elementary serves many addresses and carries a loyal following among families wanting a diverse, walkable community. Fulmore Middle School and Travis High School are the secondary feeders. The schools are urban public schools in the truest sense: diverse student bodies, active parent organizations, and programs that benefit from a central location. Some families supplement with Austin Montessori and other private options nearby.

The street itself is a walking experience: vintage clothing, record shops, galleries, and restaurants on both sides of a wide sidewalk. Barton Springs Pool is a short walk west. Blunn Creek Greenbelt cuts through the residential streets. The Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk puts residents on the water trail system without driving. The Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony draws crowds March through October. Social energy peaks on weekend evenings when the avenue fills and patios at Perla's and Home Slice spill onto sidewalks.

South Congress is not directly comparable to suburban luxury neighborhoods because the product is fundamentally different. East Austin has more new construction and grittier energy. Travis Heights is quieter with larger lots. Rainey Street has been consumed by high-rises. South Congress maintains a balance between commercial energy and residential livability none of those can match. The bungalows have proven to be strong long-term holds.

South Congress is for buyers who want to live inside Austin's cultural heartbeat. It works for couples, creatives, and professionals who prioritize walkability and social energy over square footage. It works for investors who understand that a Craftsman bungalow on a South Congress side street is one of the scarcest asset classes in the city.