5505 New Haven Ct, Austin, TX 78756

Discover the perfect blend of mid-century charm and modern living in this beautifully updated home. Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac and just steps from the Shoal Creek Greenbelt and bike trail, this home offers serenity and convenience in one of Austin’s most beloved neighborhoods. Expanded in 2008, this spacious home now boasts an impressive 1,900 square foot addition, creating a flexible floor plan that includes four bedrooms, an office (or potential fifth bedroom), and five baths, three of which are ensuite. The home also features two inviting living areas, two dining spaces, and a cozy bonus sitting room—ideal for family gatherings or quiet retreats. The updated gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, equipped with premium Jade 48-inch commercial grade, gas range, marble countertops, a butcher block island, and a stylish farm sink. Throughout the home, solid hardwood floors lend warmth and elegance—no carpet anywhere. Set on a generous .34-acre lot, the backyard is your private oasis, shaded by mature trees and perfect for outdoor entertaining. Relax on the spacious back patio, unwind on the screened-in porch, or enjoy a peaceful evening on the covered front porch, complete with a charming swing to watch the sunset and chat with neighbors. This neighborhood is brimming with character, known for its tree-lined streets and proximity to both old and new Austin favorites along Burnet Road. Zoned to top-rated schools—Gullet Elementary, Lamar Middle School and Fine Arts Academy, and McCallum High School and Fine Arts Academy. No HOA, and a low 1.8% tax rate. Don’t miss the attached list of additional features!

Allandale is a mid-century neighborhood in North-Central Austin's 78757, built around the Burnet Road dining corridor and the Shoal Creek trail. Median home price $950K. Austin ISD schools (Gullett Elementary), 12 minutes to downtown, 8 minutes to UT campus.

The housing stock is predominantly 1950s-60s ranch homes on generous lots (8,000-12,000+ sq ft) — big enough for serious yard space, a pool, or a future addition. Some owners have updated; others love the original floor plans. A teardown-and-rebuild wave is underway but slower than in Westlake or Tarrytown. Active listings typically number 10-15 at any given time.

Burnet Road changed everything. Barley Swine, Bufalina Due, Pinthouse Pizza, Yard Bar, and Phil's Icehouse turned this stretch into one of Austin's best dining corridors. Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Pool (Austin's first Olympic-sized public pool, opened 1956) anchors summer life. Shoal Creek bisects the neighborhood with a trail connecting south to downtown and north to Anderson Lane.

What makes Allandale the value play in Central Austin: lot sizes that rival Tarrytown at half the price, a dining corridor that rivals South Congress, and a commute that's shorter than most suburbs. The tradeoff is Austin ISD (good but not Eanes) and mid-century homes that may need updating.