
Exceptional investment opportunity presenting a blank canvas ideal for a first-time homebuyer ready to build equity or design a tailored dream residence. Spanning 0.41 acres in the established Shinoak Valley community, this rare unimproved lot offers a serene, tree-shrouded footprint framed by a dense canopy of mature native oaks and natural greenery. Elevated positioning across the rolling terrain unlocks sweeping panoramic vistas, complete with striking distant views of the downtown city skyline resting on the horizon. The parcel features paved street frontage with curb and gutter infrastructure already in place, making site work and initial development exceptionally straightforward. Surrounded by custom multi-story homes with modern architectural finishes and private swimming pools, this property allows a new owner to capitalize on strong surrounding property values. Residents enjoy the perfect synthesis of a peaceful, hilltop retreat and urban convenience. The neighborhood provides quick access to surrounding nature trails, scenic lookouts, local dining, boutique shopping, and primary commuter corridors connecting directly into the heart of the city. Bring your builder and vision to claim a prime piece of high-potential real estate. more info, go to: https://wkf.ms/4yCOMoS
Property Type
Land
Lot Size
0.41 acres
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC
Verified property facts
6401 Dry Cliff CV is zoned for Austin ISD with assigned schools: Doss (Austin ISD) (elementary), Murchison (middle), Anderson (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
6401 Dry Cliff CV is listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC. Keenan Group at Compass presents this IDX listing and provides the accompanying market analysis using MLS Grid / Unlock MLS data reviewed as of Sep 17, 2026.
This page does not assume a mortgage rate or publish a monthly payment for 6401 Dry Cliff CV. A property-specific estimate requires a current lender rate, chosen down payment, taxes, insurance, and any verified association dues.
As of Sep 17, 2026, 6401 Dry Cliff CV is offered at $725,000. The current MLS snapshot shows 57 active listings in 78731. Keenan Group has completed 84 verified transactions in 78731 within its 1,000+ completed transactions and $1B+ career volume across Austin. See Keenan Group's Northwest Hills guide for current neighborhood analysis.
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Property Details
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 6401 Dry Cliff CV, whoever represented it.
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Listing timeline with current price, original ask, and market time.
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025+33.6% | — | $534,261 | $534,261 | — |
2021 | — | $400,000 | $400,000 | — |
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. Ratings from GreatSchools.org.
20% ($145K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$725,000
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List price
$725,000
Price per sqft
Not available
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
-38.8%
$1.2M · Northwest Hills neighborhood guide · reference price
Days on market
1 day
Original to current
No verified reduction
$725K original
Active inventory context
20 listings
Price Position in Northwest Hills
Listed 39% below the Northwest Hills neighborhood guide reference price. Northwest Hills neighborhood guide · reference price.
Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Sep 17, 2026.
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Northwest Hills is one of Austin's established neighborhoods, zoned for Austin ISD in the 78731 area. The Keenan Group has specialized in Northwest Hills real estate for 25+ years with 1,000+ career transactions. Contact (512) 415-7653 for current market conditions and available homes.
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5 events on record
Current Price
$725,000
Timeline data compiled from MLS records and public records. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — |
| $534,261 |
| $534,261 |
| — |
2021 | — | $400,000 | $400,000 | — |
Timeline merges MLS activity (when permitted) with public records. Some details may be restricted to registered VOW clients.
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Neighborhood guide and local insights
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.
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