6208 Bon Terra Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Come see this coveted Northwest Hills home, where everyone wants to be! Nestled in the hilltops, on a secluded oasis of greenery. Tranquil views, just a heartbeat away from the Domain and Arboretum! This uniquely classic "California Contemporary" style home boasts a sleek/ modern interior design with a touch of European flare. Sitting high above the street, carved out of the limestone hills, This serenely landscaped lot, invites you to enjoy your evenings grilling out with friends on the back patio terrace, or hanging out by the fireplace, surrounded by lush garden foliage, boasting native Texas plants . The grand foyer opens to a flowing 2,700+ sqft floorplan with high ceilings, and an abundance of natural light, to include multiple skylights throughout the home. Large, picturesque windows flood the main living area with natural sunlight, shades are programmable to open and close on a timer or simply use an app. The fireplace is set in a marble hearth, with alabaster stone light fixtures in the hallway. Floors are European White Oak engineered hardwood from Sweden! Come home to unwind in the relaxing, bubbling, outdoor spa, in the privacy of your backyard, or retreat to the bedroom for an evening bubble bath by the fire with a nice glass of wine. Smart thermostat allows you to control the house climate from an app on your phone for ultimate convenience! The second living area can be used as an office space, flex room, fitness room etc. Kitchen and bathrooms are all updated with quartz countertops. Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, to include built in "Viking" refrigerator, 5 cooktop- "Thermador" gas stovetop, Bosch dishwasher, and the Dumbwaiter transports your groceries from the garage to the kitchen with ease. St Theresa's Catholic school is just 1 mile from the house, with several private school options nearby. Zoned to top rated AISD schools, and located less than 7 miles to downtown!

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.