Sold
Last List Price
3 beds1,752 sqft

7608 Forest Wood Rd, Austin, TX 78745

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.58 acresLot Size
2014Year Built
$485/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Hurry because this property is SPECIAL! This combination of contemporary and rural is a rare find in Austin: over half an acre lot on a wooded, quiet street in South Austin with a beautiful contemporary home, plus a studio and a treehouse. Vaulted ceilings and an open floor plan give an expansive feel to this home. Owner's suite has a large tree-top balcony, a study area, a nursery/meditation/office room, a walk-in closet, and a lovely bathroom with full soaking bath and a walk-in shower. The treehouse...Hurry because this property is SPECIAL! This combination of contemporary and rural is a rare find in Austin: over half an acre lot on a wooded, quiet street in South Austin with a beautiful contemporary home, plus a studio and a treehouse. Vaulted ceilings and an open floor plan give an expansive feel to this home. Owner's suite has a large tree-top balcony, a study area, a nursery/meditation/office room, a walk-in closet, and a lovely bathroom with full soaking bath and a walk-in shower. The treehouse is a finished-out, air-conditioned space, perfect for work, play or guests. Garage with custom wood barn doors is currently being used as a workshop, and has a half bath. Spacious studio attached to garage is air conditioned, has high ceilings and is air-conditioned. (Possible opportunity to create an ADU?) Multiple decks and balcony create many outdoor living spaces. This home was designed with energy efficiency in mind. It has spray foam insulation, energy efficient windows, energy saving LED lighting, and a metal roof that is ready for rain water collection. Large front yard with a wooded area and a nice grassy area. Back yard is xeriscaped and has a large fire pit and a large chicken coop. There are so many places outside for relaxing, dining, playing, gardening, and more...
  • Listed by: Talitha Newman 512.844.3360 talitha@alluretx.com TREC #0479876 Brokerage DRE #9004904 • Allure Real Estate
Listing closed: 07/20/2021 12:00 AM • Source: ACTRIS, MLS#: 5420898
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Listing Courtesy of Allure Real Estate, Talitha Newman, TREC #0479876

Sold By Compass RE Texas, LLC, Liz Aston, TREC #0582499

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Property Information for 7608 Forest Wood Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $8,356 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Elmwood Estates
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Description: None
  • Water Access Description: Public
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View YN: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 04221306050000
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Block: B
  • Elementary School: Casey
  • Elementary School District: Austin ISD
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bedichek
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Austin ISD
  • Senior High School: Akins
  • High School District: Austin ISD
  • Levels: Two
  • Master on Main: No
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Num Living: 1
  • Living Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool Features: None

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Lot Size: 0.58 AC / 25,134 SF

General Information

Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Total: 4
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Paved
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Walk In Closets
  • Flooring: Concrete, Wood
  • Appliances: BuiltInOven, Cooktop
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Features: Inside, MainLevel, LaundryRoom
  • Restrictions: CityRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Exterior Steps, Lighting
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Spray Foam Insulation, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around, Balcony
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Full, Gate, Wood
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Window Features: AluminumFrames, DoublePaneWindows, InsulatedWindows
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Park

Property Information

Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Many Trees
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Insulation, Lighting, Windows
  • Green Sustainability: ConservingMethods

Room Information

Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: DiningArea, KitchenIsland, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, QuartzCounters
Room 2
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Features: DoubleVanity, SoakingTub, SeparateShower
Room 3
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Features: WalkInClosets

Unit Information

Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX

Financial Information

Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $520,238
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Rate: 2.23%

Showing Information

Showing Information
  • Security Features: Security System Owned, Security System
  • Directions: Take Mopac to east on Davis Lane; left on Forest Wood Road. OR, take Menchaca south past Wm Cannon; Left on Matthews Lane; right on Forest Wood Road.

Property History for 7608 Forest Wood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jul 20, 2021

Sold

ACTRIS #5420898

——
Jun 15, 2021

Pending

ACTRIS #5420898

——
Jun 9, 2021

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5420898

$850,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/20/2021

Sold

ACTRIS #5420898

—
06/15/2021

Pending

ACTRIS #5420898

—
06/09/2021

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5420898

$850,000

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

Public Records for 7608 Forest Wood Road

Taxable Value

Land

$390,219

Additions

$233,752
Total$623,971

Tax Record

2025

$10,197 ($850 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,852 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,852 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

25,138 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

2014

Year Renovated

2014

County

TRAVIS

APN

532275

Schools near 7608 Forest Wood Road

This home is within Austin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Casey Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Bedichek Middle School
Public6 to 8

Akins High School
Public9 to 12

Richards School For Young Women Leaders
Public6 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Allure Real Estate, Talitha Newman, TREC #0479876

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