7208 Montana Norte, Austin, TX 78731

Step into a thoughtfully reimagined home where clean lines, warm natural materials, and effortless flow define the experience. Vaulted ceilings with exposed beams anchor the main living space, centered around a striking fireplace and walls of glass that pull the outdoors in. The kitchen is both functional and design-forward featuring custom cabinetry, open shelving, and an oversized peninsula designed for gathering. The dining, living, kitchen and sunroom connect creating a layout that lives as well as it looks.

The primary bedroom is a quiet retreat with direct access to the backyard oasis. A spa-inspired primary bathroom features oversized walk-in shower and refined modern finishes.

The private backyard, is a fully designed outdoor environment with pool, spa and an expansive deck. Whether hosting, unwinding or enjoying an active weekend - this space delivers. A detached structure adds flexibility for a guest suite, office, or creative studio.

Set in the heart of Northwest Hills, this home benefits from one of Austin’s most established and desirable neighborhoods- known for its exemplary schools, mature trees, rolling terrain, and quiet residential streets. Walk to Doss Elementary and Murchison Middle School. With quick access to Mopac and 360- downtown, The Domain, and major employers are all within easy reach. Nearby retail, dining, and everyday conveniences make daily life effortless, Proximity to parks, trails, and greenbelt access support an active, connected lifestyle.

7208 Montana Norte is a cohesive, design-forward transformation in a neighborhood that continues to stand the test of time.

The 1975 brick and masonry residence at 7208 Montana Norte in Highland Hills Northwest Section 6 has been thoughtfully redesigned around what actually matters: how a home functions day to day. The 3,131 square feet across five bedrooms works because the designer understood flow. Vaulted ceilings with exposed beams define the main living area, which opens directly into a kitchen built for real use. Custom cabinetry, a gas cooktop, and an oversized island with a breakfast bar create the kind of kitchen that becomes the gathering point. Stone countertops and stainless steel appliances handle the work. The dining, kitchen, living, and sunroom connect as one continuous space rather than chopped-up rooms, which matters more than square footage alone.

The primary bedroom sits on the main floor with direct access to the backyard. The primary bathroom reflects deliberate material choices: a walk-in shower, double vanity, and finishes that read clean and functional. Built-in bookcases, recessed lighting, and beamed ceilings throughout show restraint in design. A dedicated study on the main floor works for remote work. The flooring layers between wood, tile, and carpet define different zones without creating visual chaos.

Outside is where the home becomes a destination. A private pool and spa sit within an expansive deck on the 0.2642-acre lot. Mature trees over 40 feet tall provide established shade. A detached structure opens possibilities: guest suite, home office, or studio space. Automatic sprinklers front and rear, full gutters, and a two-car garage handle the practical side.

The location in Northwest Hills puts you near Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School across Austin ISD. Montana Norte sits on a quiet residential street in one of Austin's oldest established neighborhoods. Mopac and 360 are minutes away, making downtown, The Domain, and major tech corridors accessible without feeling like you live on a highway. Daily life happens within walking distance: retail, dining, and services on nearby roads. Access to parks and greenbelt trails supports an active lifestyle without the sprawl feel.

At $535 per square foot, this home reflects the reality of Northwest Hills inventory: established neighborhood, mature landscaping, and a floor plan that works today rather than one that looks good in photos.

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.