1016 Merlene Drive Austin, TX 78732
Listing Courtesy of: Austin Board of Realtors / Coldwell Banker Realty / Melanie Damron - Contact:  (512) 263-5655

  1016 Merlene Drive Austin, TX 78732

Active (152 Days)
$780,000
3
BED
3
BATH
2,999
SQFT

Description

FREEDOM AND PEACE – A Home That Offers Both in Abundance This is more than a home—it's a lifestyle. Here, you’re free to park your RV and your boat with ease—one in the garage, one inside the gated side yard, or both outside. Just under a mile from the public boat launch on Lake Austin, adventure is always close at hand. Stroll along the peaceful, tree-lined streets or down to the lake, where quiet serenity surrounds you. Relax or garden in the expansive backyard, which features three separate fenced areas and backs to privately owned natural land. With no home owner fees, you'll enjoy financial freedom with a low 2024 tax rate of just 1.72%. Step through the front door into an open-concept living space that combines kitchen, family room, and dining area—perfect for connection and entertaining. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring a spacious bedroom, a cozy sitting area with a fireplace and views of the side yard, and a luxurious ensuite bath with dual vanities, a spa tub, separate shower, and private commode. From there, the walk-in closet and laundry room flow directly into a personal sauna—your private spa awaits. Upstairs, a huge game room with wet bar and refrigerator opens onto a large balcony—another perfect spot to enjoy the peaceful setting. Off the game room, you'll find a dedicated media room ready for movie nights or gaming marathons, and a private office with its own window and closet—ideal for uninterrupted work-from-home days. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are located down the hall, offering space and privacy for family or guests. All of this sits on a beautifully landscaped 0.3-acre lot adorned with ancient oak trees. Zoned to highly regarded Leander schools and located near Quinlan Park (with playgrounds and a boat launch), plus quick access to shopping, major roads, and the beauty of Lake Travis and Central Texas. Come experience the rare blend of serenity and freedom—this is more than a home; it’s your sanctuary.

MLS #:
3623340
Taxes
$12,455(2024)
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2002
Views
Trees/Woods
School District
Leander Isd
County
Travis County
Community
River Ridge

Listed By

Melanie Damron, Coldwell Banker Realty, Contact: (512) 263-5655
Source
Austin Board of Realtors
Last checked Aug 27 2025 at 10:29 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • High Speed Internet
  • Double Vanity
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Pantry
  • Storage
  • Bookcases
  • Sauna
  • Windows: Blinds
  • Multiple Living Areas
  • Open Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Exhaust Fan
  • Interior Steps
  • Main Level Primary
  • Windows: Bay Window(s)
  • High Ceilings
  • Propane Cooktop
  • Granite Counters
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Multiple Closets
  • Natural Woodwork
  • Windows: Aluminum Frames
  • Bar Fridge
  • Wine Cooler
  • Laundry: Main Level
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Laundry: Inside
Subdivision
  • River Ridge
Lot Information
  • Landscaped
  • Trees Large Size
  • Few Trees
  • Front Yard
  • Sprinklers Automatic
  • Sprinklers In Ground
  • Gentle Sloping
  • Sprinklers In Front
  • Sprinklers In Rear
  • Sprinklers on Side
  • Sloped Up
Property Features
  • Fireplace: Family Room
  • Fireplace: See Through
  • Fireplace: Glass Doors
  • Fireplace: 2
  • Fireplace: Bath
  • Fireplace: Propane
  • Fireplace: Den
  • Fireplace: Circulating
  • Fireplace: Double Sided
  • Foundation: Slab
Heating and Cooling
  • Electric
  • Central
  • Ceiling
  • Forced Air
  • Fireplace(s)
  • Central Air
  • Zoned
  • Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Wood
  • Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Metal
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Propane, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Water Source: Public, Underground Utilities, Water Source: Municipal Utility District, Cable Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
School Information
  • Elementary School: River Ridge
  • Middle School: Canyon Ridge
  • High School: Vandegrift
Parking
  • Outside
  • Garage
  • Door-Single
  • Driveway
  • Boat
  • Gravel
  • Tandem
  • Garage Faces Front
  • Garage Door Opener
Stories
  • 2
Living Area
  • 2,999 sqft
Additional Information: Lakeway | (512) 263-5655
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