4004 Firstview Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Impressive updated 4 bedroom home with dedicated office is located in the highly desirable neighborhood of Northwest Hills. The grand entryway with wood paneling and elegant iron door welcomes you to your next home! The first things people notice when they enter is the majestic 2-story foyer, hardwood flooring, wood paneling, and the sweeping staircase in the center of this luxury home. The home's floor plan boasts an open, inviting flow with ample natural light from the multiple skylights throughout the home, designer paint, modern features and high-end touches. This 3,468 sqft home does not miss the mark, with 2 living spaces, spacious secondary bedrooms, dining room, office/theater room, game room, and primary retreat downstairs. At the front of the floorplan, you’ll find a spacious living room overlooking the serene front yard. The effortless flow from the living area to the dining room makes entertaining a breeze. The dining room with custom crystal chandelier, butler pantry, and built-in wine rack exudes charm. The gourmet kitchen is in the heart of the home, equipped with top of the line 6-burner gas stovetop and range hood, floor to ceiling cabinets, two-toned cabinets that add elegance to the kitchen, chic white subway tile backsplash, quartz countertops, stylish waterfall island with extra seating for casual dining, and double ovens for those who loves to cook. The oversized primary retreat offers remodeled ensuite bath with double vanity, plenty of counter space, custom mirrors and contemporary fixtures, a soaking tub, walk-in shower and a walk-in closet. Head upstairs to find a versatile loft space that could be a playroom, media space, or teen hangout. The adjacent office could also be used as a theater, flex or a fitness room. Enjoy outdoor living and fresh air on the expansive deck off the loft area The three large guest rooms on the second level provides ample space for your growing family and guests.

Northwest Hills is a family neighborhood in 78731, built in the 1960s-80s on wooded half-acre lots between MoPac and Loop 360. Median home price $1.19M. Austin ISD schools — Doss Elementary and Murchison Middle rank among the district's best. 12 minutes to UT campus, 15 to downtown.

The housing stock is predominantly single-story ranch and split-level homes on lots averaging 0.3-0.5 acres with mature live oak and cedar canopy. Most original homes are 1,800-3,000 sq ft. A renovation wave has been updating kitchens and adding square footage without tearing down — the lot sizes accommodate additions well. Active listings typically number 15-25 at any given time.

Daily life revolves around the schools and the outdoors. Bull Creek for weekend wading, Mount Bonnell for sunset hikes (8 minutes from the neighborhood), Northwest District Park for soccer and the playground. Far West corridor handles weeknight dining — Saffron, 5280 Burger, Yamas. The Arboretum and Domain are 10 minutes north for shopping. HEB on Far West is the neighborhood grocery hub.

What makes Northwest Hills the family value play in Central Austin: Doss/Murchison school quality at roughly half the Eanes ISD price point, lot sizes that rival Westlake, and a 15-minute commute that beats the suburbs. The tradeoff is Austin ISD (good but not Eanes) and 1960s-80s housing stock that often needs updating.