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8509 Appalachian DR
Austin, TX, 78759
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Rare offering in Northwest Hills, where homes with this level of privacy, greenbelt access, and thoughtful design are few and far between. Situated on a .264-acre lot backing directly to the Steck Valley greenbelt, this 3,507-square-foot home delivers the best of both worlds: peaceful retreat and entertainer’s paradise.
The home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a layout designed for both comfort and versatility. The main living area and kitchen are located on the entry level, while bedrooms, full baths, and laundry facilities are thoughtfully split between the upper and lower. Throughout the home, natural light floods in, highlighting reclaimed barn wood flooring in the living space and modern updates that create a warm and stylish atmosphere.
The outdoor living is impressive. A negative edge pool and spa overlook the greenbelt, with multiple decks designed for entertaining and relaxation. The backyard includes a built-in outdoor kitchen equipped with commercial-grade ice maker along with a TV cabinet and integrated speaker system. Built-in posts across the pool support a movie screen, creating the ultimate float-and-watch experience. The flat, fenced front yard adds additional space to play or relax, while the 504-square-foot covered front porch provides a 2nd living area ideal for outdoor dining or gatherings.
Inside, the dedicated theatre room features tiered seating, ambient lighting, acoustic treatments, and state-of-the-art AV equipment. Additional features include a workout room, small workshop, two laundry areas, two-car carport, gas on-demand water heater, 3 HVAC systems, fireplace, Pella windows.
Conveniently located near Westover Club, The Arboretum, and with quick access to 360, Mopac, and 183, this home feeds into Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. With no HOA, stunning views, and unmatched functionality, this Northwest Hills property is truly one-of-a-kind.
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1977
Lot Size
0.26 acres
$/Sq Ft
$399
Pool
Yes
Listed by eXp Realty, LLC
Verified property facts
8509 Appalachian DR is listed at $1,399,900 with 4 bedrooms, 3 full, 1 half bathrooms, 3,507 square feet, 0.26-acre lot. This places it above the ZIP 78759 single-family closed-sale median price of $727,500 (ZIP 78759 geography · single-family closed sales · median sale price · trailing 12 months as of Sep 12, 2026).
8509 Appalachian DR is zoned for Austin ISD with assigned schools: Hill (10/10) (elementary), Murchison (7/10) (middle), Anderson (7/10) (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
8509 Appalachian DR is a Residential built in 1977 featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 full, 1 half bathrooms, 3,507 square feet, 0.26-acre lot.
8509 Appalachian DR is listed by eXp Realty, LLC. Keenan Group at Compass presents this IDX listing and provides the accompanying market analysis using MLS Grid / Unlock MLS data reviewed as of Jun 5, 2026.
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Listing timeline with current price, original ask, and market time.
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-8.8% | — | $952,374 | — | — |
2024-2.9% | — | $1,044,471 | $600,000 | $486,777 |
2023+34.3% | — | $1,075,144 | $600,000 | $444,471 |
2022 | — | $800,300 | $550,000 | $525,144 |
Zoned assignments come from the property school fields available to us. District context schools are shown only when an assigned tier is missing. Contact the school district directly to verify current boundaries and enrollment eligibility. Ratings from GreatSchools.org.
20% ($280K)
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$1,399,900
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List price
$1,399,900
Price per sqft
$399/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
+18.1%
$1.2M · Northwest Hills neighborhood guide · reference price
Days on market
Not available
Original to current
$170.1K reduction
$1.6M original
Active inventory context
20 listings
Price Position in Northwest Hills
Listed 18% above the Northwest Hills neighborhood guide reference price. Northwest Hills neighborhood guide · reference price.
Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Jun 5, 2026.
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8509 Appalachian DR is priced at $399 per square foot across 3,507 sqft. The Northwest Hills neighborhood guide reference price is $1,185,050 (Northwest Hills neighborhood guide · reference price).
The most recent annual property tax for 8509 Appalachian DR is $14,396. Texas has no state income tax, so property taxes are a primary revenue source. Rates vary by jurisdiction and exemptions. Verify current amounts with the county appraisal district.
This page does not assume a mortgage rate or publish a monthly payment for 8509 Appalachian DR. A property-specific estimate requires a current lender rate, chosen down payment, taxes, insurance, and any verified association dues.
As of Jun 5, 2026, 8509 Appalachian DR is offered at $1,399,900. The current MLS snapshot shows 60 active listings in 78759. Keenan Group has completed 37 verified transactions in 78759 within its 1,000+ completed transactions and $1B+ career volume across Austin. See Keenan Group's Northwest Hills guide for current neighborhood analysis.
8509 Appalachian DR was built in 1977 (49 years ago). Buyers should budget for potential updates to major systems.
Answers use visible listing facts, school context, and neighborhood data available on this page. Verify time-sensitive details before making decisions.
Northwest Hills is one of Austin's established neighborhoods, zoned for Austin ISD in the 78759 area. The Keenan Group has specialized in Northwest Hills real estate for 25+ years with 1,000+ career transactions. Contact (512) 415-7653 for current market conditions and available homes.
Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024)
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Current Price
$1,399,900
Timeline data compiled from MLS records and public records. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-8.8% | — | $952,374 | — | — |
2024-2.9% | — | $1,044,471 | $600,000 | $486,777 |
2023+34.3% | — | $1,075,144 | $600,000 | $444,471 |
2022 | — | $800,300 | $550,000 | $525,144 |
Timeline merges MLS activity (when permitted) with public records. Some details may be restricted to registered VOW clients.
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Neighborhood guide and local insights
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.
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