7917 West Rim Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Located in the desirable Canyon Rim area of Northwest Hills, this home was custom built by renowned builder Eppright Homes. Perfectly sited on a quiet, low traffic cul-de-sac, it is built on the Balcones Rim and backs up to historic Stillhouse Hollow Nature Preserve to ensure privacy. Sit on your north facing back deck, entertaining, grilling and watching the deer, birds and wildlife as they enjoy their natural habitat. The large eat-in kitchen features granite counters, an island, and built in appliances. The expansive two-story family room with a rock fireplace sets the scene for cozy evenings and cherished memories. An elegant chandelier hangs above the dining room, and off the entry hall, there is a dedicated office with a convenient wall of bookshelves. Retreat to the sumptuous primary suite on the main level. The large bathroom includes two large walk in closets and separate bath and shower. There are three additional bedrooms and two baths upstairs for ultimate comfort and convenience as well as an upstairs living area for a game/tv room. Enjoy the benefits of a durable and attractive tile roof, swing-in side entry garage with extra workspace, a recently serviced sprinkler system and new Austin native natural landscaping. Recent updates include interior paint plus professionally cleaned exterior and surfaces, tile roof and windows. Noteworthy is the custom-designed water reclamation system, a true Texas essential, ensuring lush lawns, vibrant landscaping and low water bills even during the hottest summers. Education excellence awaits with highly rated exemplary schools including Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle, and Anderson High renowned for its International Baccalaureate program. Low $250/annual HOA, the home is conveniently located minutes from the JCCA Dell Community Center, the Domain, Arboretum, local medical centers, and vibrant Downtown Austin. This home epitomizes luxury living combined with unparalleled privacy and convenience.

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.