4205 Venado Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Experience the epitome of luxury living with this meticulously crafted residence, nestled on a picturesque tree-lined street in the heart of NW Hills. Effortlessly marrying opulence, refinement, and contemporary elegance, this home boasts a captivating modern facade that promises to allure you from the moment you arrive. Step through the grand entrance to discover a masterfully designed interior that exudes awe-inspiring beauty and functionality. The expansive layout, adorned with walls of glass and lofty 14-foot ceilings, seamlessly integrates the living, dining and kitchen areas, creating a harmonious space ideal for both intimate gatherings and grand entertaining. A meticulously landscaped courtyard and backyard enhance the sense of tranquility, flooding the home with natural light and providing a serene retreat. The gourmet kitchen, outfitted with top-of-the-line SKS luxe appliances, exquisite marble countertops and bespoke white oak wood and cabinets, is a culinary enthusiast's dream, complete with a sophisticated butler's pantry for added convenience. The main level showcases a thoughtfully designed mother-in-law plan, featuring luxurious owner and guest suites. The upper level offers two additional spacious, light-filled bedrooms and a versatile flex area with a built-in desk. Each bedroom and bathroom are appointed with the finest fixtures and finishes, ensuring both luxury and comfort at every turn. Enjoy this breathtaking haven with unparalleled construction and design, conveniently located near the Domain and downtown. Walk and bike to Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle School and Anderson High School, as well as, delicious local restaurants, shops, HEB, and the JCCA campus featuring a state of the art fitness center, gymnasium, tennis center, aquatics programs, after school programming, running trails, childcare, pre-school and more! Don't miss out on owning this extraordinary home in one of Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods.

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.