3842 River Place Blvd, Austin, TX 78730

Welcome to luxury living in River Place! This exquisite 5 bedroom/4.5 bathroom/3 car garage home is positioned on almost a half-acre lot (.44 ac per TCAD), and boasts stunning Hill Country views backing to serene greenbelt/nature preserve. Step inside to discover a functional yet open floor plan with many custom features. The gourmet island kitchen with granite counter tops, ample cabinet storage, and walk-in pantry opens to breakfast area and inviting family room, with wall of windows providing an abundance of views and natural light, allowing for a serene indoor experience. Enjoy the tranquil ambiance as you prepare meals or entertain guests, surrounded by the beauty of the nature preserve landscape. The first floor features gleaming hardwood floors. Both the primary suite and a spacious guest suite are located on the main level. Upstairs, you will find 3 spacious bedrooms with bamboo flooring and 2 full bathrooms. Additionally, the upstairs features a versatile & spacious game room or media room with bamboo flooring, offering endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Whether it's a lively game night with friends or a quiet evening of leisure, this space provides the perfect setting for enjoyment and entertainment. The large backyard features a covered terrace and lush landscaping overlook unobstructed nature preserve & sweeping Hill Country views. Recent upgrades include a roof replacement (September 2023), all 3 HVAC systems replaced in September-November 2023, & both hot water heaters were replaced (2020 & 2021). This home comes complete with washer, dryer, and refrigerator, as well as a stack washer dryer in guest en suite bath making it move-in ready for its new owners. Community features include miles of walking/hiking trails, tennis courts and playgrounds. River Place Country Club offers a variety of memberships including golf , tennis, pickle ball, fitness, dining, social & family events.

River Place is home to one of the most technical trail systems inside Austin city limits. The River Place Nature Trail drops nearly 800 feet through three distinct canyons - Canyon Trail, Panther Hollow, and Little Fern - before reaching Lake Austin. Most neighborhoods talk about outdoor access. River Place delivers terrain that makes experienced hikers pay attention, starting from a trailhead residents can reach on foot.

The neighborhood sits in northwest Austin, bounded by RR 2222 south, RR 620 east, and Balcones Canyonlands north and west. Lake Austin forms the western boundary. Downtown takes about twenty-five minutes via 2222 or 360, and the Arboretum tech corridor is fifteen minutes east. Steiner Ranch Steakhouse has been a reliable dinner spot for years. Butterwhisk Brunch House draws weekend crowds. Russell's Bakery handles morning coffee. Bellissima does Italian, Galaxy Cafe covers casual lunch.

Housing is predominantly Texas Traditional and Hill Country Stone, reflecting the natural landscape of limestone ledges and native oak groves. Mediterranean and Contemporary styles make up the rest. Homes range from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet. Flat lots are around a quarter acre, while ridgeline lots can exceed an acre. Prices start in the mid-$600s for older homes and run past $2 million for newer builds with views. The sweet spot is $800,000 to $1.4 million for a four- or five-bedroom with Hill Country views and privacy.

River Place is served by Leander ISD. River Place Elementary is the neighborhood school with a solid reputation. Students feed into Canyon Ridge Middle School and Vandegrift High School, both relatively new campuses. Vandegrift has earned recognition for music programs, competitive sports, and college prep. Leander ISD may not carry the name recognition of Eanes to the south, but the schools serving River Place are well-funded and consistently improving.

The Nature Trail is the headliner, but Bull Creek and St. Edwards Park are both nearby. Bull Creek has swimming holes that fill up on summer weekends. St. Edwards Park has canyon overlooks and seasonal waterfall access. The River Place Country Club provides golf, tennis, swimming, and social events. Weekend mornings start on a trail or at the club, and the rhythm tracks the school calendar. Summers bring families to creek beds, fall means Friday nights at Vandegrift.

River Place competes with Steiner Ranch, Canyon Creek, and northern Westlake. Steiner Ranch has similar outdoor access but feels denser. Canyon Creek lacks the canyon-and-ridge topography. Westlake offers Eanes ISD but at significantly higher prices. River Place hits a value position that is hard to match: Hill Country terrain, strong schools, twenty-five-minute commute, at prices well below Westlake or Rob Roy.

River Place makes sense for families who want Hill Country terrain and outdoor access without leaving Austin city limits. It is the right neighborhood for people who want a nature trail out the back door, a good school district, and enough space to breathe within a reasonable commute.