7512 Hardy Dr, Austin, TX 78757

A rare opportunity in one of Austin’s most desirable neighborhoods, this expansive property offers the ideal canvas for a savvy investor or buyer looking to create something truly special. Featuring a spacious main residence, a detached guest house, and a pool and spa, the property provides a flexible layout suited for multi-generational living, rental income, or a high-impact value-add resale. Thoughtful upgrades are already in place - including spray foam insulation, high-efficiency Windsor windows and doors, engineered hardwood flooring, concrete countertops, and tankless water heaters in both residences - creating a strong foundation for the next owner to complete the vision. With its generous footprint, recent construction, and prime location, the potential here is substantial for those looking to finalize and maximize returns. Property will require clean-up and completion of remaining items. Ideal for investors or buyers comfortable taking on a project. Property will require clean-up and completion of remaining items. Ideal for investors or buyers comfortable taking on a project. Property is being sold as-is, no warranty.

At 7512 Hardy Drive in the Crestview neighborhood of Austin, you're looking at a project property with genuine potential in one of Travis County's most established residential areas. The main residence spans nearly 3,000 square feet across five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with an additional detached guest house that opens up multiple ownership scenarios. The entire 0.177-acre lot is landscaped with mature trees over 40 feet tall, creating natural privacy and shade.

The main house features an open floor plan with engineered hardwood flooring throughout, no carpet, and recessed lighting that flows seamlessly across multiple living areas. Beamed ceilings and natural woodwork define the interior spaces, while the primary bedroom sits on the main level with a walk-in closet and double vanity bath. The kitchen includes a gas cooktop, free-standing gas oven, stainless steel appliances, and concrete countertops. Both the main residence and guest house have been upgraded with spray foam insulation, high-efficiency Windsor windows and doors, and tankless water heaters, which significantly reduce operating costs.

The outdoor living experience centers on a private pool and spa situated in the rear yard, accessed through covered porches on both front and rear elevations. An outdoor grill anchors the entertaining space, with ample room for lounging and recreation. The covered porch structures provide weather-protected areas for relaxation, extending usable living space across seasons.

This property sits within the Austin ISD boundaries, with Brentwood Elementary, Lamar Middle School, and McCallum High School serving the neighborhood. The location offers reasonable access to major employment centers including Dell, Apple, Tesla, and Domain, along with Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The property is listed at $1.20 million, translating to $400 per square foot. It currently requires completion of interior and exterior finishes, making it best suited for buyers or investors with vision for project execution and tolerance for construction timelines. The bones are solid, the infrastructure is modern, and the location commands long-term value appreciation in this established Austin neighborhood.

Crestview was Austin's post-war boom neighborhood - built in the early 1950s when GIs came home and needed houses fast. The result is one of the most cohesive mid-century neighborhoods in the city: 1,000-1,500 sqft ranch homes on 6,500-8,500 sqft lots, broad streets, and a layout that predates the cul-de-sac era.

The 78757 zip and the MetroRail station are what set Crestview apart from neighboring Brentwood and Allandale. The Crestview MetroRail stop runs to downtown in 12 minutes and to Leander in 30. Combined with the Lamar/Burnet bus corridor and the bike lanes on Justin Lane, you can live in Crestview without driving most days. That's rare for North Austin.

Original ranches start around $675K. Updated homes with kitchens, baths, and HVAC modernized run $950K-$1.3M. New builds and major renovations push $1.6M-$2.2M. The teardown rate has accelerated since 2020 but the neighborhood association has been active in protecting the streetscape.

Burnet Road is the food and shopping spine: Little Deli & Pizzeria, Texas French Bread, Phoebe's Diner, Yard Bar (with the dog park), and the long-standing Top Notch Hamburgers all sit within a mile. Lamar runs north to the Domain and south to downtown.

Schools serve Austin ISD: Brentwood Elementary, Lamar Middle, and McCallum High School with its Fine Arts Academy program. The Brentwood Park pool and tennis courts are shared with neighboring Brentwood. Wooldridge Square sits at the southern edge.

Best for buyers who want walkable urbanism, transit access, McCallum zoning, and an original 1950s house they can renovate or rebuild.