8304 Appalachian Dr, Austin, TX 78759

This absolutely gorgeous home, recently refreshed/updated for a more modern feel, and backing up to a scenic greenbelt, is a steal! Roof replaced about 4 years ago, new HVAC 18 months ago, and featuring updates to bathroom fixtures and BRAND NEW stainless steel, energy saving appliances in the kitchen... it is a MUST-SEE! Five large bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and a separate office space (possible ADU?) make this a dream for anyone who needs space to work or play at home, and this turn-key property will feel like home from the moment you move in. Primary bedroom on the first floor for peace and privacy, with large laundry room conveniently adjacent. Wet bar in living room makes entertaining around the built in fireplace a breeze. Unique bedrooms upstairs including two with a large balcony and one with a great loft accessible by a ladder - great for a kid's fort. Huge back patio with pergola, balcony, and oversized concrete back porch take full advantage of the greenbelt views, and offer lots of options for configuring outdoor living. Majestic trees in the front and water-conscious landscaping combine beauty with low-maintenance care and water savings. The greenbelt behind will have you feeling like you're secluded in a forest paradise, while the STELLAR location of the Northwest Hills neighborhood makes every commute a breeze, and means you have every possible convenience. This neighborhood is one of the most desirable in Austin for a reason! Every necessity within minutes of home, excellent schools, and easy access to Mopac, Hwy 183, and Hwy 360 make this an easy choice. 5 minutes from the Arboretum, 6 minutes from the Domain, 10 minutes from Downtown - 3 grocery stores inside a 5 minute drive. Highly rated schools make this home the best choice for kids too!

Westover Hills sits in the 78759 zip in Northwest Austin, built mostly between 1972 and 1985 on the rolling terrain north of Far West Boulevard. Houses are 2,400-4,500 sqft on quarter-acre to half-acre lots with mature live oaks and the kind of long driveways that came with 1970s suburban planning. Most homes have been updated at least once - kitchens and baths from the 2010s, HVAC and roofs newer.

What makes Westover Hills different from other Northwest Austin neighborhoods is the Westover Hills Club - a private swim and tennis club exclusive to residents. The pool, tennis courts, and family events run year-round. Membership is included with most home purchases in the deed-restricted area, so you don't have to wait for a slot.

Pricing runs $850K for original-condition homes up to $1.8M for renovated and expanded properties. The neighborhood holds value because the lots are bigger than most of Northwest Austin and the school zoning is strong: Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle, and Anderson High School - which runs the International Baccalaureate program that draws families from across the district.

Location works well if you commute to Northwest Austin tech employers: 5 minutes to The Domain, 8 minutes to Apple's North Austin campus, 10 minutes to the Arboretum, and 15 minutes to downtown via MoPac. Great Hills Park and the Bull Creek greenbelt sit at the western edge with hiking trails that connect to the larger Bull Creek system.

Restaurants and shopping cluster on Anderson Lane, Far West Boulevard, and at the Arboretum: Eddie V's, Z'Tejas, Truluck's, Maudie's Tex-Mex, and the Whole Foods at Gateway. The Arboretum walking path makes outdoor dining and weekend errands easy.

Best for buyers who want larger lots than most of Northwest Austin, IB-program school zoning, the private Westover Hills Club, and quick access to both the Domain and downtown.