4612 Ruiz St, Austin, TX 78723

Imagine the ease of living in a beautifully maintained Row House in one of the Mueller neighborhood’s most walkable locations. You will be pleasantly surprised by the spacious feeling of a two-story entryway and the inviting living spaces beyond. Charming French doors lead to a flexible space that is ideal for an office, playroom, studio, or media room. A cozy bedroom and full bath are at the end of a private hallway, which is perfect for guests. In the rear of the first floor, natural light fills the living and dining room as well as the modern open-concept kitchen. The many windows in this area offer delightful views of the private patio’s stylish stone wall feature. The main level also includes a powder bath, laundry room, and easy access to the two-car garage. Upstairs you will find a secondary bedroom and bath with a double vanity. The home’s third bedroom is a large primary suite with an expansive walk-in closet. In addition, this home has ample storage space and numerous recent upgrades include an HVAC system, tankless water heater, and neutral high-grade carpet in the private areas. This home’s prime location offers proximity to many amenities including an abundance of retail and dining options, the Texas Farmer’s Market, walking trails, parks, and entertainment venues for all ages. Beyond the neighborhood, the central city location provides convenient access to the University of Texas, downtown Austin, and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Comfort, convenience, and low maintenance living at its finest.

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.