5 bed, 8 bath, 15,000 sqft on 1.19 acres in Austin. Austin, TX 78731. $22,000,000. Austin ISD.
About This Home
Set behind private gates on prestigious Balcones Drive, The Gatsby is the ultimate trophy estate, where exceptional scale, craftsmanship, and timeless design converge. Spanning approximately 15,000 square feet across 1.19 beautifully landscaped acres, this remarkable residence offers seven bedrooms, eight full baths, three half baths, and an extraordinary collection of luxury amenities.
Designed for grand entertaining and everyday living, the estate features a private wellness center with gym, sauna, and cold plunge, custom whiskey room, temperature-controlled wine cellar, elevator, private office with separate entry, dedicated playroom, and a resort-style pool with grotto.
At the heart of the home, a showpiece kitchen features rift-sawn white oak cabinetry, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and a full catering kitchen, complemented by exceptional materials and custom finishes throughout.
The primary suite occupies its own private wing with a fireplace, dedicated vanity, an extraordinary walk-in closet, and beautifully appointed bath.
Two separate guest houses provide exceptional privacy and flexibility for family, guests, or staff. Seven garage spaces, room for vehicle lifts, and generous additional parking accommodate an impressive automotive collection.
With its remarkable scale, extensive amenities, lush grounds, and coveted Balcones Drive setting, The Gatsby represents one of Austin’s most exceptional private estate offerings.
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2027
- Lot Size
- 1.19 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $1,467
- Garage
- 7 spaces
- Pool
- Yes
Listing information last updated October 30, 2026.
Listed by Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
MLS# 1191266 • Active
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Bar
- Bookcases
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling-High
- Ceiling-Vaulted
- Chandelier
- Stone Counters
- Crown Molding
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Elevator
- Entrance Foyer
- Interior Steps
- Multiple Dining Areas
- Multiple Living Areas
- Pantry
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Recessed Lighting
- Soaking Tub
- Storage
- Study
- Home Office
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Oven(s)
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Double Oven
- Washer
- Dryer
- Marble
- Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 5
Exterior & Lot
- Outdoor Grill
- Private Yard
- Stucco
- Back Yard
- Front Yard
- Level
- Private
- Public Maintained Road
- Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
- Back Yard
- Fenced
- Front Yard
- Full
- Gate
- Privacy
- Slab
- Covered
- Patio
- Porch
- Rear Porch
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Lot Size
- 1.19 Acres
- Attached
- Detached
- Garage Spaces
- 7
- Pool
- Yes
Financial
- Original List Price
- $22,000,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $1,467
Utilities
- Electricity Available
- Natural Gas Available
- Phone Available
- Water Source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Transaction History
4 records on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 3808 Balcones DR, whoever represented it.
- ActiveListed 2026Current price: $22,000,000Original list: $22,000,000MLS 1191266
- Listed · October 30, 2026$22,000,000
- SoldJune 22, 2009Listed at: $845,000MLS 5190173
- WithdrawnListed date not recordedCurrent price: $2,250,000Original list: $2,250,000MLS 6534701
- ExpiredListed date not recordedCurrent price: $925,000Original list: $925,000MLS 6106447
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
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Price & Listing History
Listed with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $22,000,000
- Original list
- $22,000,000
- Price movement
- No verified reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Oct 30, 2026 · 0 days
Tax Record
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
- Assessed Value
- $4,699,463
- Assessment Year
- 2025
- Year Built
- 2022
- Parcel ID
- 000000699361
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025+147.3% | — | $4,699,463 | $1,344,333 | — |
2024+100.0% | — | $1,900,000 | $1,900,000 | $2,206,263 |
2021 | — | $950,000 | $950,000 | — |
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Zoned Schools
Austin
O Henry
Casis
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Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
Illustrative down payment
20% ($4.4M)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
Home price
$22,000,000
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List price
$22,000,000
Price per sqft
$1,467/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
0 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$22M original
Active inventory context
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 30, 2026.
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