Nestled beneath a stately shade tree and framed by blooming crepe myrtles, this South Austin gem welcomes you with warmth and timeless curb appeal. Step inside to a light-filled great room where soaring cathedral ceilings and expansive windows create an open, airy atmosphere. The seamless layout blends the living, dining, and kitchen areas—an entertainer’s dream. The eat-in kitchen features a breakfast bar perfect for casual mornings or connecting with friends, while the formal dining area is ideal for family dinners or holiday gatherings. A cozy gas fireplace anchors the living room, adding charm on chilly winter nights.
The tranquil primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a ceiling fan, abundant natural light, and an en suite bath featuring dual vanities and a dual walk-in shower. A main-level half bath adds convenience for guests. Upstairs, two generously sized guest bedrooms—each with ceiling fans—share a beautifully updated full bath with a stylish shower/tub combo. The guest bedrooms and downstairs bathroom were freshly painted in 2025, adding to the home’s fresh, move-in-ready feel.
Step outside to a backyard built for relaxing, complete with a spacious deck just waiting to become your outdoor living space. The fenced yard—replaced and painted four years ago—offers privacy and beauty, shaded by mature trees. A new roof and gutters were also installed four years ago. Extensive renovations completed at the end of 2021 include a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, updated flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a new HVAC system. Smart home features include a Google Nest doorbell, Nest smart thermostat, Nest camera with flood lights, and MyQ smart garage system.
Located in the heart of South Austin, this home offers quick access to MoPac, downtown, shopping, dining, parks, and the Violet Crown Trail system—combining charm, convenience, and comfort in one thoughtfully updated package.
Listing Courtesy of Austin Board of Realtors / ERA Colonial Real Estate / Ashley Halleck Swallow
$412,000
Carmel West Area Single Family Home
Pending
17313 Alturas Avenue Pflugerville, TX 78660
3 Bed
3 Baths
2143 sqft
MLS# 5737817
A private drive leads to this beautifully upgraded home, nestled in the peaceful and coveted Carmel West subdivision. Step through the covered front porch into a warm, light-filled entryway that opens into a spacious great room—ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Gorgeous luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the downstairs, adding warmth, durability, and modern style. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, while a stylish half bath provides convenience for guests. A versatile flex room, accented with elegant barn doors, makes a perfect home office, playroom, or creative space. Custom-built cabinetry in both the living and flex rooms adds charm, functionality, and smart storage throughout.
Upstairs, engineered hardwood flooring elevates a secondary living area provides additional flexible space. The tranquil and spacious primary suite is a true retreat—bright, serene, and thoughtfully designed with a statement wall and two beautifully upgraded walk-in closets by Closets by Design. The en suite bathroom features dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and built-in shelving for extra storage. Two guest bedrooms—each with walk-in closets—share a full bath with a tub/shower combo. Additional upgrades include a laundry room with added shelving and a kitchen enhanced with storage drawers in several cabinets.
Out back, enjoy a lush green yard and a covered patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. A custom under-stair closet offers added interior storage, while the garage features built-in shelving and insulated panels for year-round comfort. This home is packed with over $45K in thoughtful upgrades and built for efficiency with energy-efficient windows, HVAC, insulation, a Tesla solar panel system with whole-house battery backup, and a water softener plus drinking filtration system. With every detail designed for comfort, sustainability, and modern living, this gem is truly move-in ready.
Listing Courtesy of Austin Board of Realtors / ERA Colonial Real Estate / Ashley Halleck Swallow
$385,000
Arlington Area Single Family Home
Contingent
1104 Sherwood Drive Arlington, TX 76013
3 Bed
2 Baths
1784 sqft
MLS# 21042916
Discover your private poolside oasis in the heart of Arlington! Nestled on a beautifully landscaped lot with mature trees, this meticulously updated single-story home is truly one of the most unique finds in all of Arlington. Thoughtfully designed inside and out, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat blends curated style, natural beauty, and functional upgrades—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Step inside to a professionally designed interior featuring new hardwood floors (2022), a double-sided wood-burning fireplace with brick hearth, and abundant natural light through custom Pella windows and sliding glass door (2022). The kitchen boasts an oversized quartzite peninsula with breakfast bar, custom Italian tile backsplash, new hardware, new fixtures, and a new porcelain sink, all tied together with timeless character and functionality.
Both bathrooms showcase Italian tile in the showers, new mirrors, updated fixtures, and stylish vanities. The hall bath features a soapstone countertop and coordinating porcelain tile, while the primary bath includes matching porcelain tile and new cabinet doors on the built-in vanity.
The backyard is a showstopper: a resurfaced Pebble Tec pool with pearl finish (2022) sits at the center of a beautifully landscaped setting, surrounded by custom fencing, two privacy green walls with planters, and a custom cedar bar affixed to the fence. Additional outdoor highlights include a covered front porch, enclosed pool house, large storage shed (2025 roof), custom artistic railing leading into the backyard, and a new stone path to the shed. The trees were professionally trimmed in 2025, and a new water heater was installed in 2022.
Other upgrades include a new energy-efficient front door (2025), electrical updates, recessed lighting, and a clean bill from Integrity Foundation.
This one-of-a-kind home blends modern comfort with curated design and outdoor living—an incredibly rare find in a prime Arlington location.
Listing Courtesy of NTREIS / ERA Colonial Real Estate / Ashley Halleck Swallow
$364,900
Buckingham Estates Area Single Family Home
Active
8615 Croydon Loop Austin, TX 78748
3 Bed
2 Baths
1144 sqft
MLS# 4858168
Welcome to 8615 Croydon Loop — a beautifully refreshed South Austin retreat sitting on a spacious corner lot with privacy, personality, and upgrades galore! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has been lovingly updated inside and out, offering the perfect mix of modern style and warm, inviting vibes.
Step inside to find freshly stained concrete floors throughout, brand-new interior paint, updated doors and hardware, and a new ceiling fan in the living room. The space is filled with natural light thanks to recently replaced Energy Star dual-pane windows and large sliding glass doors that open to the yard—plus a classic wood-burning fireplace for cozy nights in.
The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with fresh paint, new lighting, a new sink, disposal, vent hood, and sleek new countertops. Both bathrooms have been fully renovated with new showers and tubs, modern vanity counters, new mirrors, and stylish hardware that ties it all together.
Additional updates include a completely replaced and modernized electrical panel and a brand-new, larger-capacity electric meter installed by the City of Austin, designed to handle future additions such as an ADU or garage conversion.
Outside, the home is wrapped in a brand-new horizontal cedar fence, offering privacy and curb appeal. The large front yard is filled with mature trees, fruit trees, and lush plantings—plus room to garden, expand, or just relax. It’s truly a gardener’s dream, and a perfect spot to enjoy a fire pit on cooler evenings. A spacious shed adds extra storage or workshop potential.
Even the garage got a refresh with new sheetrock and exterior paint. The whole home has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom.
Tucked into a sought-after pocket of South Austin, you're just minutes from local restaurants, shopping, public transportation, and have quick access to I-35, Mopac, 45, and 71. Light-filled and move-in ready, this home invites you to settle in and start living your best Austin life.
Listing Courtesy of Austin Board of Realtors / ERA Colonial Real Estate / Ashley Halleck Swallow
The tranquil primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a ceiling fan, abundant natural light, and an en suite bath featuring dual vanities and a dual walk-in shower. A main-level half bath adds convenience for guests. Upstairs, two generously sized guest bedrooms—each with ceiling fans—share a beautifully updated full bath with a stylish shower/tub combo. The guest bedrooms and downstairs bathroom were freshly painted in 2025, adding to the home’s fresh, move-in-ready feel.
Step outside to a backyard built for relaxing, complete with a spacious deck just waiting to become your outdoor living space. The fenced yard—replaced and painted four years ago—offers privacy and beauty, shaded by mature trees. A new roof and gutters were also installed four years ago. Extensive renovations completed at the end of 2021 include a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, updated flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a new HVAC system. Smart home features include a Google Nest doorbell, Nest smart thermostat, Nest camera with flood lights, and MyQ smart garage system.
Located in the heart of South Austin, this home offers quick access to MoPac, downtown, shopping, dining, parks, and the Violet Crown Trail system—combining charm, convenience, and comfort in one thoughtfully updated package.