6600 VALLEYSIDE Rd Unit #E-26, Austin, TX 78731

**Seller will contribute $5,000 toward closing costs and/or an interest rate buy down to lower your monthly payments** Don’t miss this lovingly cared for condo in an unbeatable location in NW Austin! The building has all new siding, energy efficient windows, and sliding glass doors. As you step into the natural-light filled unit, you are greeted by a freshly painted space with vinyl plank flooring throughout. The main living area features built-ins, large windows, and a super cute wood-burning fireplace. Both bedrooms include private ensuite bathrooms and large closets and face toward the back of the property for added privacy. The kitchen design maximizes storage with floor-to-ceiling cabinets and plenty of counter space. Enjoy both a spacious balcony out front as well as a beautiful, fenced deck area tucked back off of the secondary bedroom. It’s the perfect relaxation spot for pets and people alike. The building is maintained by a well-run HOA and features mature oak trees and a gorgeous pool area. Located on the corner of Valleyside and N. Hills drive, you’ll have access to the UT bus line and will be 10 minutes to the University of Texas, the Domain, the Arboretum, and to North Austin Medical Center. There’s an H-E-B less than 0.5 mile away. Schedule an appointment to see this condo that would make a great primary residence and also a great investment for the investor looking for a strong appreciation and rental market.

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.