4005 Knollwood Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Stunning 2017 home built by The Muskin Company in conjuction with Clayton & Little Architects & Allison Crawford Design with a pool on a tree-filled lot in the heart of NW Hills! The home, nestled under a canopy of mature trees & surrounded by lush landscaping offers refined living, uncompromising style and design elements in a convenient Central Austin location. When you enter the home you are greeted by soaring ceilings & expansive windows which flood the interior with natural light highlighting the thoughtful architectural details throughout. The open-concept floorplan seamlessly connects a spacious kitchen complete with a large center island w/waterfall countertop & abundant bar seating, fabulous storage, & high-end appliances to a generous living & dining area that offers captivating views of the serene backyard. The main-level primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a spa-like bath and dual walk-in closets. Upstairs, a large loft with custom built-in double desks offers flexible living or work-from-home space. Two secondary bedrooms each enjoy en-suite baths, while two additional bedrooms share a full bath. Designed w/both sophistication & practical living in mind the home features convenient laundry rooms located on both levels, an oversized 2-car garage, 2 tankless water heaters & a half-bath opening directly to backyard pool area. Step outside to your private backyard oasis, complete with a sparkling pool (with a connection for an ozone system) & spa, outdoor kitchen & multiple living & dining areas plus space to run & play ideal for relaxing or hosting guests year-round. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this exceptional home that blends luxury, functionality, and natural beauty just blocks from highly rated Doss Elementary & The Dell Community Center.

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.