4121 Scales St, Austin, TX 78723

A perfectly located 2-story residence in Central Austin! Full gutters along the home help to keep the property's appearance in tip-top shape and also helps to keep the new exterior paint in pristine condition. A new roof (2021) is an added bonus as well. Exterior steps guide you to a large front porch with canned light fixtures and a vibrant front door. As soon as you enter, you will find a roomy flex space that can be converted into whatever your heart desires. Parallel to the flex space is a designated home office with a French door entrance and numerous windows throughout. Harmonious wood flooring, a ceiling fan, and a wall of windows are included in the spacious living room. The kitchen is only a short distance away and features a charming center island/breakfast bar combo, granite countertops, and shimmering stainless steel appliances. It also features a nice-sized pantry and gorgeous cabinetry. The kitchen is open to a sun-filled dining area that is right next to the powder room and a back door leading to the backyard. Outside there is a covered walkway leading to a roomy garage and a sizeable patio that's perfect for some much-needed relaxation. Head up the wooden stairs inside the home where all 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms are located. The primary bedroom glows from the vast amount of windows throughout and contains a ceiling fan along with carpet flooring. The ensuite bathroom is the epitome of elegance! It includes a deep soaking tub, dual vanities, and a prestigious walk-in shower. There is also a walk-in closet that has more than enough space for all of your clothes and accessories. Located close to many parks, Mueller amenities, and restaurants. This home is sure to win you over!

Mueller is what happens when a city tears down its old airport and rebuilds the neighborhood from scratch with everything it learned. 700 acres of mixed-use design, 140+ acres of parks and green space, and one of the largest LEED-certified communities in Texas. The street grid is walkable, the houses face each other instead of garages, and the Lake Park splash pad is the unofficial summer gathering point.

Housing runs from 1,200 sqft row homes around $550K to 4,000+ sqft single-family homes near $1.4M. Yard homes, garden homes, condos, and townhomes are mixed on the same block by design. Most builds went up between 2007 and 2022, so HVAC, roofs, and energy systems are modern. Expect $380-$450/sqft on resales depending on type and location within the neighborhood.

The 78723 zip is what surprises buyers most. Mueller sits 10 minutes from downtown via Manor Road, 7 minutes from Dell Children's Medical Center, and 15 minutes from the airport. The Thursday Farmers' Market at Mueller Lake Park runs year-round. Aldrich Street has the H-E-B, restaurants, and the Alamo Drafthouse anchor. Branch Park hosts free outdoor movies in summer.

Schools serve Austin ISD: Maplewood Elementary, Lamar Middle, and McCallum High - which has Austin's longest-running Fine Arts Academy. Families also pull from Magellan International School and Austin Achieve Public Schools nearby.

What you get in Mueller that you can't replicate elsewhere in Austin: a master-planned neighborhood with a real urban density model, parks within a 5-minute walk of every door, and a mixed-income housing program that keeps the demographic diverse. What you give up: large lots. Most yards are intentionally small to keep density high and parks plentiful.

Best for buyers who want walkability, sustainable design, and a real neighborhood feel without leaving the urban core.