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4 bed, 3 bath, 3,457 sqft on 0.33 acres in Serene Hills. Lakeway, TX 78738. Last listed at $1,499,000, sold April 3, 2026. Lake Travis ISD.
About This Home
Modern luxury in the coveted Los Senderos section of Serene Hills, 509 Doe Whisper is a striking newer-construction residence by C&A Builders, blending clean architectural lines, elevated finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A rare Hill Country find, the home offers flat front and backyard spaces - ideal for entertaining and relaxation. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes four bedrooms, a private study, and two expansive living areas curated for both daily comfort and effortless gatherings. At the heart of the home, the open-concept kitchen features an upgraded JennAir appliance package, built-in fridge, custom cabinetry, and refined detailing. It flows into vaulted living areas where soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and walls of glass create a bright, inviting atmosphere. Wall-to-wall Quaker sliding doors open to an oversized covered patio, extending the living space outdoors. The outdoor setting includes a full kitchen with a Coyote gas grill and outdoor refrigerator, overlooking a beautifully landscaped yard with custom lighting - perfect for hosting or quiet evenings at home. Designer selections and high-end construction shine throughout: Quaker windows, an iron-and-glass front door, oak wood flooring, a dining room bar with double refrigerator drawers and dual-zone wine fridge, foam insulation, tankless water heaters, and a spacious two-car garage with extra storage. The primary suite offers a serene retreat with a generous bedroom and oversized walk-in closet, while secondary bedrooms feature curated fixtures & finishes. Serene Hills is known for its peaceful setting and access to the Lake Travis lifestyle, near golf courses, resorts, marinas, parks, and more. Residents enjoy miles of nature trails w/ workout stations, scenic creeks, picnic areas, and La Campana Park with playgrounds, gathering spaces, and children’s fort. Refined, serene, and thoughtfully designed - this is modern Hill Country living at its finest.
At $1.50M, or $434 per square foot, 509 Doe Whisper Way offers a 2024 build on 0.3347 acres in the Los Senderos section of Serene Hills, a useful combination in Lakeway where newer inventory with level outdoor space is limited. The property is in Lake Travis ISD and tied to Serene Hills Elementary, Lake Travis Middle, and Lake Travis High, which keeps the school path straightforward for buyers focused on both daily logistics and exit value in Travis County.
Inside, the numbers work. You have 3,457 square feet, four bedrooms, three full baths, one half bath, a fireplace, and a two-car garage with extra storage. C&A Builders gave this house a plan that fits how people actually live: a private study, two generous living areas, and strong connection between the kitchen, main gathering spaces, and covered outdoor living. The kitchen is equipped with an upgraded JennAir package, built-in refrigerator, custom cabinetry, and a dining room bar with double refrigerator drawers and a dual-zone wine fridge. Vaulted ceilings, large glass openings, Quaker windows, and wall-to-wall Quaker sliding doors keep the main rooms bright and open without wasting square footage.
The outdoor setup matters here because the lot is usable, not just sizable on paper. Flat front and backyard areas support everyday living as well as larger gatherings, and the oversized covered patio extends the house in a practical way. The outdoor kitchen includes a Coyote gas grill and refrigerator, and the yard is finished with landscaping and custom lighting. Oak flooring, an iron-and-glass front door, foam insulation, and tankless water heaters round out the construction package with choices that affect durability, efficiency, and day-to-day comfort.
Serene Hills adds real location leverage with miles of nature trails, workout stations, scenic creeks, picnic areas, and La Campana Park. With only 12 days on market, this property is positioned for buyers who want current construction, usable land, Lake Travis schools, and a floor plan that should stay relevant over time.
The numbers behind this insight
Serene Hills market
- Homes sold
- 19
- Median sale price
- $1,268,000
- Median price per sq ft
- $379
- Median days on market
- 41
- Homes for sale now
- 4
- Months of supply
- 2.5
Serene Hills is a 339-home community in Bee Cave where roughly 75 percent of the land was left as preserved green space. That means the neighborhood has more acres of open terrain than residential lots. That ratio is not typical for the price point. Most Bee Cave and Lakeway communities maximize lot yield. Serene Hills went the other direction, and the result is houses that sit in the landscape rather than covering it.
The community is in Bee Cave within the 78738 zip code, along Bee Cave Parkway between Highway 71 and Hamilton Pool Road. Downtown Austin is roughly 25 minutes east via Highway 71 to MoPac. The Bee Cave commercial corridor with H-E-B and Hill Country Galleria is about five minutes away. Lakeway is approximately ten minutes west. Falconhead borders to the south and Sweetwater to the north and east.
Housing was built primarily between 2014 and 2020. Contemporary Hill Country architecture dominates at roughly 40 percent, with native stone, stucco, metal roof accents, and oversized windows that take advantage of the green space views. Modern Farmhouse designs account for about 25 percent. Mediterranean influences appear in about 15 percent. Lot sizes range from a quarter acre to over half an acre on perimeter lots backing to preserved land. Pricing runs from the high $700s to over $2 million. The active market for a four-bedroom falls between $1 million and $1.6 million.
Lake Travis ISD serves Serene Hills. Students attend Bee Cave Elementary, Lake Travis Middle, and Lake Travis High. The district is well-regarded for academics, athletics, and extracurriculars. The tax base from Bee Cave and Lakeway commercial development supports teacher compensation and facilities. The elementary campus is close enough that the morning drop-off is brief, a practical detail that matters more to daily life than rankings.
With 339 homes, residents know neighbors by name. That is not a figure of speech. Community events, the pool, and trails create enough recurring contact for relationships to form naturally. Internal trails connect to Bee Cave Park Loop for longer outings. For dining, Tadashi serves Japanese cuisine with quality ingredients. Cafe Blue offers polished seafood. SP Brazilian handles special occasions. CARVE American Grille brings straightforward steaks and cocktails. The Grove Wine Bar works for quieter weeknights. Restaurant density in Bee Cave has reached the point where residents eat out several nights without repeating.
Compared to Rough Hollow, which is four times the size with a marina, Serene Hills offers a quieter experience with more breathing room and tighter social fabric. Compared to Sweetwater nearby, Serene Hills is smaller with more preserved natural terrain. Sweetwater offers more resort-style pools and a wider price range. Compared to Falconhead with its golf course, Serene Hills replaces golf with green space. No golf course, no marina, no lazy river. What it has is land that was left alone.
Serene Hills is for buyers who have looked at the large master-planned communities and decided they want something quieter. If 339 homes is the right scale, if you would rather look at open Hill Country than a roofline, and if Lake Travis ISD and a 25-minute commute check the practical boxes, this delivers. It works for families with young children who want kids growing up together, and couples wanting Bee Cave without the density. The green space is the product. Everything else is built around preserving it.
School District: Lake Travis ISD
View Serene Hills neighborhood guide- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2024
- Lot Size
- 0.33 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $434
- HOA
- $255/quarter
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Listing information last updated March 10, 2026.
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC
MLS# 8780970 • Closed
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
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Facts & Features
Interior
- Bookcases
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Ceiling-High
- Ceiling-Vaulted
- Chandelier
- Quartz Counters
- Double Vanity
- Dry Bar
- Kitchen Island
- Multiple Living Areas
- No Interior Steps
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Recessed Lighting
- Soaking Tub
- Storage
- Study
- Home Office
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Built-In Oven(s)
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Exhaust Fan
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Electric Oven
- Gas Oven
- Double Oven
- RNGHD
- Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Water Heater
- Tankless Water Heater
- Water Softener Owned
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 1
Exterior & Lot
- Gas Grill
- Gutters Full
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Private Yard
- Stone
- Stucco
- Back Yard
- Front Yard
- Interior Lot
- Landscaped
- Public Maintained Road
- Sprinkler - Automatic
- Sprinklers In Rear
- Sprinklers In Front
- Sprinklers On Side
- Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft)
- Back Yard
- Fenced
- Wrought Iron
- Slab
- Covered
- Front Porch
- Rear Porch
- Roof
- Asphalt,Metal,Shingle
- Lot Size
- 0.33 Acres
- Attached
- Door-Single
- Driveway
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Garage Faces Side
- Garage Spaces
- 2
Financial
- HOA Fee
- $255 / quarter
- Original List Price
- $1,499,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $434
Utilities
- Cable Available
- Electricity Available
- High Speed Internet
- Natural Gas Available
- Sewer Available
- Water Available
- Water Source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
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Price & Listing History
Pending with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $1,499,000
- Original list
- $1,499,000
- Price movement
- No verified reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Feb 26, 2026
Tax Record
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
- Assessed Value
- $1,205,082
- Assessment Year
- 2025
- Year Built
- 2023
- Parcel ID
- 000000833936
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025+502.5% | — | $1,205,082 | $205,114 | — |
2024+150.0% | — | $200,000 | $160,000 | $334,126 |
2021 | — | $80,000 | $80,000 | — |
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Zoned Schools & District Context
Lake Travis
Bee Cave Middle School
Serene Hills
Zoned assignments come from the property school fields available to us. District context schools are shown only when an assigned tier is missing. Contact the school district directly to verify current boundaries and enrollment eligibility.
Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
20% ($300K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$1,499,000
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List price
$1,499,000
Price per sqft
$434/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
+18.2%
$1.3M · Serene Hills neighborhood guide · reference price
Days on market
Not available
Original to current
No verified reduction
$1.5M original
Active inventory context
4 listings
Price Position in Serene Hills
Listed 18% above the Serene Hills neighborhood guide reference price. Serene Hills neighborhood guide · reference price.
Source: Public records and Keenan Group review as of Apr 6, 2026.
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