For sale

$599,000

8131 Forest Mesa Dr
Austin, TX 78759

  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,150 sq ft
  • 0.14 acres

Listing courtesy of NB Regal Real Estate, LLC · (512) 420-6565 · MLS# 8829400 · Status: Active

About this home

Thoughtfully updated inside and out, this Northwest Austin home blends timeless character with today's style and functionality. Seller improvements include partial roof replacement, updated landscaping and stonework, new fencing and gates, enhanced exterior lighting, a new cedar front patio beam and column, refreshed patio tile, reinforced retaining railroad ties, and updated front door hardware all in addition to over $40,000 in new siding. The interior has been refreshed throughout with luxury vinyl flooring, fresh paint, updated doors, recessed lighting with dimmers, new switches and outlet covers, and numerous designer touches. The foyer welcomes you with custom wainscoting, while the living room features built-in bookcases, decorative wall detailing, a resurfaced fireplace with updated tile and mantel, and new flooring. The dining room offers cedar accent walls, updated lighting, and new flooring. The remodeled kitchen showcases resurfaced countertops, painted cabinetry, tile backsplash, new sink, updated lighting, under-cabinet outlets, new hardware, and custom mudroom paneling. Seller also completed repairs that included replacement of damaged framing members, drywall, and other components in areas where wood rot had been identified. Upstairs, the staircase has been updated with new flooring, tile risers, railings, and lighting. Secondary bedrooms feature updated flooring and finishes, while one bedroom was reconfigured with a new closet, built-in bookcases, and enclosed loft area. The primary suite includes updated flooring, refreshed finishes, and replacement of a plumbing pipe beneath the foundation. Both bathrooms have been updated with new flooring, lighting, hardware, and refreshed finishes. Additional highlights include a dedicated "cloffice" with new HVAC ductwork and ceiling fan, creating a flexible space for working from home. Extensive seller updates make this home truly move-in ready while preserving its original charm.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type
Residential · Townhouse
Year built
1981
Lot size
0.14 acres
Living area
2,150 sq ft
Price per sq ft
$279
Bathrooms
2 full, 1 half
Garage
2 spaces
HOA
$175 (monthly)
Annual taxes
$10,263
County
Travis
Neighborhood
Forest Bend Twnhs
School district
Austin ISD
Schools
Hill · Murchison · Anderson

Features

Roof
Composition, Shingle
View
Garden, Neighborhood
Sewer
Public Sewer
Levels
Two
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Fencing
Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
Heating
Central
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator
Lot
Landscaped, Level, Public Maintained Road, Sprinkler - Partial, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Water
Public
Pool
None
Horse amenities
None
Windows
Skylight(s)
Parking
Attached, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
Exterior
Uncovered Courtyard, Gutters Full, Private Entrance, Private Yard
Interior
Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling-Vaulted, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Interior Steps, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Community
None
Fireplace
Gas Log, Living Room
Foundation
Slab
Waterfront
None
Energy efficiency
None
Accessibility
None
Construction
Brick Veneer, HardiPlank Type
Patio & porch
Patio
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Location

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