3517 Grimes Ranch Rd, Austin, TX 78732

A stunning Taylor Morrison-built home awaits you in The Headlands, a highly desirable neighborhood in the heart of Steiner Ranch. From the moment you arrive, mature trees and lush grass create incredible curb appeal along a peaceful tree-lined street. Inside, natural light pours throughout the large windows lining the rear of the main floor. This truly open floor plan allows seamless movement from the kitchen, living room and breakfast dining area. Highlights are the remodeled kitchen (2020) that showcases a large center island, granite countertops, refreshed cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. A stone-faced gas fireplace anchors the living area, making this open space perfect for entertaining. The main floor primary suite offers natural light, a walk-in shower, jetted tub, separate matching vanities, and a large walk-in closet. A main floor office is strategically located providing privacy when required. A full bath and a formal dining room add flexibility and options on the main floor. Upstairs, a spacious flex room serves as a second living area, media, or gaming room, alongside three bedrooms and two full baths. The private, tree-shaded backyard and remodeled deck (2024) provide the perfect outdoor retreat. Additional major upgrades include a new roof (2024) and a Rinnai tankless gas water heater. Zoned to award-winning Leander ISD schools: Steiner Ranch ES, Canyon Ridge ES and Vandegrift HS. Steiner Ranch amenities include pools, trails, and Lake Austin access. Just a short walk down the street is John Simpson Park featuring a pool, basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts.

The moment you turn onto Grimes Ranch Road in Steiner Ranch Phase 1, you're greeted by mature trees towering over 40 feet and manicured landscaping that signals a home built to last. This 3,004-square-foot Taylor Morrison residence at 3517 Grimes Ranch Road sits on a peaceful tree-lined street in one of Austin's most established family communities, priced at $780,000 or $260 per square foot.

Inside, natural light floods the main floor through windows that frame the private backyard. The open floor plan connects the kitchen, living room, and breakfast dining area into one flowing space designed for how families actually live. The kitchen anchors the home with a large center island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop and built-in electric oven, and ample cabinetry with a full pantry. A stone-faced gas fireplace defines the living area, creating the kind of gathering spot where memories happen.

The primary bedroom occupies the main floor, offering a walk-in shower, jetted tub, double vanities, and a spacious walk-in closet. A dedicated home office sits strategically nearby with privacy intact. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and a flex room that serves as a media or gaming space give you options for growing families, visiting relatives, or whatever your household needs. The home features tray ceilings, crown molding, recessed lighting, and built-in features throughout. A 2020 kitchen remodel combined with a new 2024 roof and recent deck renovation means major work is already complete. The tankless water heater and automatic sprinkler system round out the efficiency upgrades.

Your backyard backs up to mature trees, creating a private retreat away from neighborhood activity. A new deck makes this outdoor space immediately enjoyable. The 2-car garage and ample storage keep the home organized.

Steiner Ranch Phase 1 Section 4D zoned to Leander ISD means Steiner Ranch Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle, and Vandegrift High School. These are consistently top-rated schools in the greater Austin area. John Simpson Park sits just down the street with a pool, basketball courts, volleyball, and tennis. Steiner Ranch itself features pools, trail systems, and direct access to Lake Austin. The neighborhood balances family-friendly amenities with the feeling of being removed from Austin's busier corridors. For anyone seeking a move-in-ready home in an established Austin community with proven schools and genuine neighborhood infrastructure, this property delivers substance over hype.

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.