7905 W Rim Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Located in the heart of Northwest Hills, this iconic, custom-built home is the perfect blend of elegance, functionality, and attention to detail. Upon entry, the foyer’s stone archways welcome guests into the oversized living room featuring exposed beams and a stone fireplace. Share stories and unwind in this inviting and elegant space. Steps away, the dining room features cathedral ceilings and exposed beams, creating an atmosphere of grandeur and sophistication. Entertain with ease in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with updated quartz counter tops, a modern and chic backsplash, and an expansive kitchen island. Step outside to the back patio and experience true outdoor living at its finest. Vaulted ceilings lined with cedar create a cozy atmosphere, while separate seating and eating areas offer great canyon views for al fresco dining and relaxation. Back inside, the primary suite offers a retreat complete with private office, dual vanities, garden tub, and impressive walk-in closet. Down the hall enjoy the convenience of a main floor guest room and spacious laundry room with plenty of storage to keep your home organized. Upstairs, discover three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a charming hallway desk, providing ample space for family and guests to work and relax. The lower level extends the allure of this home with a spacious living room complete with a pool table, a convenient kitchen, and a half bath, perfect for entertaining or unwinding in style. Step outside to the flat backyard, or let your furry friends run around in the dog run, all while enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds this stately residence. With convenient access to nearby shops and schools yet on a quiet street, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Feeds highly coveted Doss, Murchison, and Anderson. Buyer to verify all details. Note, impervious coverage limitations may prohibit building a pool.

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.