5225 Fossil Rim Road

Closed 5/10/21
Closed 5/10/21
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Sold
Last List Price
$2,244,900
4 beds2,860 sqft

5225 Fossil Rim Rd, Austin, TX 78746

Single FamilyProperty Type
3.25 acresLot Size
1993Year Built
$785/sq ftPrice per sq ft
5 carsParking Spaces

Description

Don't miss this rare find in Westlake Hills with access to highly sought after Eanes ISD. Amazingly private 2,860 square foot custom home complete with a 60 foot custom pool by Jim Mowry nestled on a 3.248 acre estate (acreage source TCAD). This home features walls of windows with forest and canyon views, a wine cellar, antique long leaf pine floors and ceilings in the master suite, foyer flooring as well as the hand built custom cabinetry in the kitchen, pantry and living room. Additional antique...Don't miss this rare find in Westlake Hills with access to highly sought after Eanes ISD. Amazingly private 2,860 square foot custom home complete with a 60 foot custom pool by Jim Mowry nestled on a 3.248 acre estate (acreage source TCAD). This home features walls of windows with forest and canyon views, a wine cellar, antique long leaf pine floors and ceilings in the master suite, foyer flooring as well as the hand built custom cabinetry in the kitchen, pantry and living room. Additional antique pine beams throughout paired with the cathedral ceilings in the living and dining areas create a truly dramatic architectural experience. All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed, Buyer to verify all information. With over three acres this property is a nature enthusiasts' dream and has been officially recognized by the Texas Conservation Alliance as a Certified Wildlife Habitat. The estate boasts nature trails, a mature hummingbird & butterfly garden, carefully selected native/xeric plants, decorative limestone waterfall with pond at the front entry, wet weather creek with waterfall that is a perfect spot for yoga, relaxation, meditation or sipping your favorite cocktail at the end of a hard day. Additional features include a custom limestone fossil rock fireplace in the living room, covered outdoor patio, two decks and an est. 295 SF sun room not included in the square footage., Built-in Cat5 Ethernet throughout, estate driveway, three run dog kennel with shed and more. There are simply too many features and entertaining areas throughout the property to list. Legal Disclaimer: Ariel photo rendering of lot line locations is approximate. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify all information.
Listing closed: 05/10/2021 12:00 AM • Source: ACTRIS, MLS#: 7205286
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Sold By JBGoodwin REALTORS WL, Sylvia Unda, TREC #0670904

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Property Information for 5225 Fossil Rim Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $19,209 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Travis County
  • Subdivision Name: Madrone Hill
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Description: Seasonal
  • Water Access Description: Municipal Utility District
  • View: Canyon, Trees/Woods
  • View YN: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 01251302130000
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Elementary School: Bridge Point
  • Elementary School District: Eanes ISD
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hill Country
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Eanes ISD
  • Senior High School: Westlake
  • High School District: Eanes ISD
  • Levels: Two
  • Master on Main: No
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Num Living: 2
  • Living Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Lap

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Lot Size: 3.25 AC / 141,482 SF

General Information

Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Outside
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Open Beams Beamed Ceailings, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Soaking Tub, Wired For Data, Natural Woodwork, Walk In Closets
  • Flooring: Carpet Free, Concrete, Wood
  • Appliances: BuiltInElectricOven, Dishwasher, ElectricCooktop, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, Microwave
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Laundry Features: LaundryRoom, ElectricDryerHookup
  • Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://www.seetheproperty.com/365237
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.seetheproperty.com/u/365237
  • Restrictions: CityRestrictions, DeedRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run, Exterior Steps, Kennel, Private Entrance
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Stone, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Side Porch
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Window Features: SeeRemarks
  • Accessibility Features: Central Living Area
  • Community Features: None

Property Information

Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Private, Many Trees, Trees Large Size, Views
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Room Information

Room 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Features: DoubleVanity, JettedTub, SeparateShower, WalkInClosets
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: DoubleVanity
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: BreakfastBar, HighCeilings, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, Pantry, WiredForData
Room 5
  • Room Type: Sunroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: None
Room 6
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
  • Room Level: First
Room 8
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: None
Room 9
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: HighCeilings
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: Bookcases, HighCeilings
Room 11
  • Room Type: WineRoom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: None
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: JackAndJillBath, WiredForData, WalkInClosets
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: JackAndJillBath, WiredForData, WalkInClosets
Room 14
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Features: HighCeilings, JettedTub, SeparateShower, WiredForData, NaturalWoodwork, WalkInClosets, WalkInShower

Unit Information

Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 4
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 5
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 6
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 7
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 8
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 9
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 10
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 11
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 12
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 13
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 14
  • Permission: IDX

Financial Information

Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Name: Fossil Rim Road Maintenance Association
  • Association Fee Includes: SeeRemarks
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,201,600
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Rate: 1.77%

Showing Information

Showing Information
  • Security Features: See Remarks
  • Directions: From MOPAC: Lake Austin BLVD to left on Red Bud Trail, Right on Westlake Drive, Left on The High Road, Right on Toro Canyon, Left on Fossil Rim. Home is at the very end of Fossil Rim at the end of a very long estate driveway. You know you are there when you can drive no further.

Property History for 5225 Fossil Rim Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
May 10, 2021

Sold

ACTRIS #7205286

—
Mar 28, 2021

Pending

ACTRIS #7205286

—
Mar 27, 2021

Pending

ACTRIS #7205286

$1,980,740——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/10/2021

Sold

ACTRIS #7205286

—
03/28/2021

Pending

ACTRIS #7205286

—
03/27/2021

Pending

ACTRIS #7205286

$1,980,740

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

5225 Fossil Rim Road

Beds

0

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

2,860 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,860 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

141,483 SqFt

Schools near 5225 Fossil Rim Road

This home is within Eanes Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bridge Point Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Hill Country Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Westlake High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bridge Point Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hill Country Middle School
Public6 to 8

Westlake High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of The Hightower Company, Chris Hightower, TREC #0474373

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