4313 Vaughan St, Austin, TX 78723

You can stop scrolling through listings with the exact same layout; this craftsman style home breaks the Mueller mold by pairing a main-floor primary suite and full solar panels with a location that lets you walk to everything. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home feels distinct the moment you step inside. Right off the front foyer, a dedicated office serves as a quiet, productive workspace, keeping your business separate from your downtime. From there, the floor plan opens into a spacious living room and kitchen setup. Wide-plank white oak hardwoods run continuously through both floors of the home, accented by tile in the bathrooms. The kitchen serves as a natural gathering point, featuring quartz countertops that complement the subway tile backsplash, high-end stainless appliances, and smart, energy-efficient additions like a tankless water heater. Tucked away on this first level is the primary bedroom suite, a true rarity for Mueller layouts, complete with separate vanities, a deep walk-in closet, and a seamless open shower. Upstairs, the layout shifts to a large second living room loft area. This bonus game room acts as a second hang-out zone. Two extra-large bedrooms share a full bathroom, giving everyone their own space to spread out. Outside, the private patio functions as an easy transition spot between the main house and your detached two-car garage. This pocket of the Mueller community is intentionally designed for an outdoor-oriented, bikeable lifestyle. You are steps from the paths at Mueller Lake Park and Amphitheatre, the interactive exhibits at The Thinkery, and Dell Children’s Hospital. Pop out your front door for a morning brew at Whichcraft Coffee, grab dinner at Torchy’s, or catch a movie at the Alamo Drafthouse. When you do head out of the neighborhood, quick access to Airport Boulevard and IH 35 makes for a short drive to Downtown Austin or the University of Texas campus.

The moment you enter 4313 Vaughan Street in Mueller, you understand why this 2018 craftsman stands apart - a main-floor primary suite is genuinely rare in this Austin neighborhood, and it signals that this home was designed for how people actually live. At $1.15M for 2,387 square feet, you're paying $482 per square foot for a layout and finishes that refuse to follow the Mueller formula.

Step through the foyer and the home immediately reveals its intelligence. A dedicated study sits right at entry, creating separation between work and life. The floor plan unfolds into an open-concept living and kitchen space anchored by wide-plank white oak hardwoods that flow across both levels. The kitchen is the command center here - quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, gas cooktop, built-in oven, stainless steel appliances, and a tankless water heater. The island works as both cooking station and family gathering point. Tray ceilings and recessed lighting amplify the sense of space throughout.

The primary suite on the main floor is the home's signature move. Separate vanities, a walk-in closet that actually functions, and an open shower create a retreat that most Mueller homes force upstairs. Upstairs, a full second living area works as a loft or game room, flanked by two generously-sized secondary bedrooms sharing a full bathroom. Smart home integration and a smart thermostat run throughout.

Outside, the private patio extends living to a rear porch while small landscaped trees and a level lot create privacy on the interior lot. The 2-car garage connects directly, and solar panels handle the utility load - meaningful in Austin's energy environment.

Mueller Lake Park sits steps away. The Thinkery and Dell Children's Hospital define the neighborhood's identity on Martin Luther King Boulevard. Whichcraft Coffee and Torchy's Tacos anchor walkable dining and coffee culture. Airport Boulevard and I-35 access put Downtown Austin and the University of Texas within 10 minutes. Blanton Elementary, Lamar Middle School, and Northeast Early College High School serve Austin ISD families here. At one day on market, this home signals exactly why Mueller's walkability and family-first design continue to hold value in Austin's competitive market.

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.