3427 Cowden Dr, Austin, TX 78732

A true gem in Steiner Ranch! Sitting on nearly a third of an acre, this property has everything you could want—inside and out. With fresh paint throughout, a pool built in 2016, and a new roof in 2020, the home is move-in ready. Plus, the main level has brand-new LVP flooring (installed in 2021) and the kitchen has been updated with fresh cabinets and a chic marble backsplash. Inside, the home’s layout is spacious and inviting. The curved staircase greets you as you enter the two-story foyer. A private office and large dining room are just off the entry, and the kitchen is open to the living room, making it easy to entertain. With granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and double ovens, the kitchen is as stylish as it is functional. The living room features vaulted ceilings and big windows that let in tons of natural light, plus a gas fireplace for cozy evenings. Upstairs, there’s a game room and three well-sized bedrooms. The master suite is a retreat with views of the backyard, a walk-in closet, and a beautifully updated master bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Step outside, and you’ll find your own private oasis. The backyard features a stunning pool with waterfalls and a tanning ledge, a huge 3-tier flagstone patio, an outdoor kitchen, and plenty of room for kids to play on the playscape. The large grassy area is perfect for a game of catch or just relaxing while taking in the greenbelt and distant hill country views. The pool is professionally fenced for safety, and the fencing conveys with the home. Beyond the home, Steiner Ranch offers a wealth of amenities, including top-rated schools, multiple community pools, over 20 miles of hiking and biking trails, a dog park, access to Lake Austin, a boat ramp, and more. Plus, it’s just a quick walk to the nearby tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts. Make this exceptional property yours and experience the best of Steiner Ranch living!

Steiner Ranch is a 4,600-acre master-planned community in 78732, built along the bluffs above Lake Austin and Lake Travis. Median home price $800K. Leander ISD schools (Laura Bush Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle, Vandegrift High), three resort-style community pools, 20+ miles of trails, and private Lake Austin access via the Lake Club.

Around 6,500 homes across multiple sections, built from the late 1990s through today. Housing ranges from $500K townhomes to $2M+ estates backing to the UT Golf Club (Roy Bechtol championship course, 7,412 yards). The community is fully built out in most sections, with limited new construction remaining.

Daily life revolves around being outside. Trail runners hit J Canyon and Powerline Hill loops before work. The Lake Club gives residents private boat launch access with eleven day-use docks on Lake Austin. Lake Travis is five minutes from the community entrance. Steiner Ranch Steakhouse — panoramic lake views, live music seven nights a week — is the social center.

What makes Steiner Ranch the value play for lake-adjacent living: resort-level amenities at a fraction of Lake Austin waterfront pricing, strong schools, and a community infrastructure (pools, trails, golf, lake access) that most master-planned developments can't match. The tradeoff is the 620 commute — 25-35 minutes to downtown depending on traffic.