2501 Stratford DR, Austin TX 78746
Austin, TX 78746 · Bluffington Sec 01
Single Family Residence for sale in Bluffington Sec 01
Overview
Property Description
Some homes are about the house. This one is about the Austin experience you cannot recreate. Perched above Zilker Park with treetop views of the downtown skyline, this custom-built home sits in a one-of-a-kind location near the Rowing Dock, Lady Bird Lake, Barton Springs, Zilker Park, downtown, and South Lamar’s dining and entertainment. Designed to embrace its elevated setting, the home is filled with natural light, warm custom wood built-ins, and flexible living spaces that invite gathering, reading, working, or simply taking in the view. The spacious kitchen offers abundant storage and workspace with an easy connection to the main living areas. Built with long-term living in mind, the floor plan includes primary bedrooms on both the upper and lower levels. The lower-level primary bath features an accessible roll-in shower, adding comfort and function. The upper-level primary suite feels like a private retreat with skyline views, a fireplace, private balcony, and sitting room ideal for an office, library, or quiet escape. Outdoor living is where this property truly separates itself. A wraparound main-level deck overlooks a beautifully landscaped xeriscape yard with a fountain and babbling brook water feature. Morning coffee, dinner with friends, downtown lights, birdsong, and park views all come naturally here. Located in Austin ISD, this home offers a rare blend of privacy, character, nature, and city access. In a market where buyers have choices, this property stands apart because the setting is nearly impossible to duplicate.
Financial Info
- Price
- $2,750,000
- $ / Sqft
- $608
- HOA
- Required
- Tax Rate
- 2.046485%
- Est. Taxes
- $2,832
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Exemptions
- Homestead, Over 65
Legal Info
- Address
- 2501 Stratford DR
- County
- Travis
- City
- Austin
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78746
- Subdivision
- Bluffington Sec 01
- Legal Description
- LOT 2 BLUFFINGTON SEC 1, 0.497 acres
- Parcel
- 01090702090000
Interior Features
- Floor
- Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
- Num Living
- 3
- Dining
- 2
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Master Main
- Yes
- Fireplaces
- 2
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Interior Features
- None, Screens, Window Coverings
General Info
- Beds
- 4 Total / 1 Main Level / 3 Other Level
- Full / Half Baths
- 3 / 1
- Prop Type
- Residential
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- 2
- Year Built
- 2001 / Resale
- Square Feet
- 4,521 / Public Records
- Garages
- 3
- Garage Desc
- Attached, Kitchen Level
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Stone Veneer, Stucco
- Acres
- 0.50
- Lot Description
- Corner Lot, Private, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Restrictions
- City Restrictions, Deed Restrictions
- Flood Plain
- No
- View
- City
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- 8E
Utility Info
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected
- Heat
- Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
- A C
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Exterior Features
- Fence
- Gate, Perimeter, Wrought Iron
- Exterior Features
- Private Yard, Deck, Porch, Wrap Around
- Pool On Property
- No
- Area Amenities
- None
Rooms
Main level
- Kitchen
Kitchn - Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Butler Pantry, GranCnt, Plumbed for Icemaker
- Laundry
Cabinet storage and utility sink
Washer Hookup
Second level
- Primary Bathroom
Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Shower
- Primary Bedroom
Has a fireplace and a deck with city views
Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Woodwork, Sitting/Study Room
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | Price Decrease | $2,750,000−$200,000 (−6.8%) | −$200,000 (−6.8%) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Price Decrease | $2,950,000−$349,000 (−10.6%) | −$349,000 (−10.6%) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
TCAD account 107274
Uses rates from the supplied 2026 TCAD package. The file does not identify adopted or proposed status.
| Taxing Entity | Rate per $100 | Taxable Value | Estimated Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN COMM COLL DISTTax ceiling applied | 0.103400 | $3,943,039 | $2,426.00 |
| AUSTIN ISDTax ceiling applied | 0.925200 | $3,833,625 | $6,222.03 |
| CITY OF AUSTIN | 0.524017 | $3,042,900 | $15,945.31 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY | 0.375845 | $3,101,631 | $11,657.33 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT | 0.118023 | $3,049,900 | $3,599.58 |
| Ordinary property tax estimate | 2.046485 | $39,850.25 |
Informational estimate, not a tax bill or taxes paid. Exemptions and tax ceilings can make taxes differ from the combined rate multiplied by one taxable value. PID assessments and other special charges are excluded; collector coverage has not been established.
Source: Travis County
- Owner
- GEORGE R JAMES JR & CHERYL R
- Legal
- LOT 2 BLUFFINGTON SEC 1 ABS 14 SUR 21 HILL H P ACR .061
- Geo ID
- prop:107274
- Acreage
- 0.06
- Exemption Type
- Homestead, Over 65
- MLS estimated annual taxes
- $2,832
- MLS tax year
- 2026
Annual taxes billed are the Tax Imposed amounts reported in the latest available Travis Tax Office statement. Exemptions and tax ceilings may prevent combined rate × taxable value from equaling the billed amount. Other collectors or assessments may not be included.
| Year | Appraised Value | Combined Rate per $100 | Annual Taxes Billed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,764,703 | 2.046485 | $37,165.84 |
| 2024 | — | 1.981814 | $34,115.06 |
| 2023 | — | 1.809247 | $30,238.62 |
| 2022 | — | 1.974923 | $38,092.85 |
| 2021 | — | 2.176679 | $38,852.51 |
| 2020 | — | 2.226665 | $38,366.43 |
Combined rates exclude PID placeholder rates. Historical amounts reflect the statement’s snapshot and may change after later corrections; they do not describe payment status. Appraisal values come from the legacy CAD source.
Source: Travis County
Schools
School Info
- District
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Barton Hills
- Middle
- O Henry
- High
- Austin
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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Estimated monthly payment
$16,433 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $16,433
- Principal & interest
- $13,905
- Property taxes
- $236
- Homeowners insurance
- $2,292
*PITI only
These figures are estimates for general information only — not a loan offer, a quote, or a guarantee of financing terms.
| Year | Starting balance | Principal paid | Interest paid | Ending balance | Principal vs interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,200,000 | $24,590 | $142,276 | $2,175,410 | |
| 2 | $2,175,410 | $26,237 | $140,629 | $2,149,173 | |
| 3 | $2,149,173 | $27,994 | $138,872 | $2,121,179 | |
| 4 | $2,121,179 | $29,869 | $136,997 | $2,091,311 | |
| 5 | $2,091,311 | $31,869 | $134,997 | $2,059,442 | |
| 6 | $2,059,442 | $34,003 | $132,863 | $2,025,438 | |
| 7 | $2,025,438 | $36,281 | $130,585 | $1,989,157 | |
| 8 | $1,989,157 | $38,710 | $128,155 | $1,950,447 | |
| 9 | $1,950,447 | $41,303 | $125,563 | $1,909,144 | |
| 10 | $1,909,144 | $44,069 | $122,797 | $1,865,075 |
- Year 1$2,175,410
- Principal paid
- $24,590
- Interest paid
- $142,276
- Starting balance
- $2,200,000
- Year 2$2,149,173
- Principal paid
- $26,237
- Interest paid
- $140,629
- Starting balance
- $2,175,410
- Year 3$2,121,179
- Principal paid
- $27,994
- Interest paid
- $138,872
- Starting balance
- $2,149,173
- Year 4$2,091,311
- Principal paid
- $29,869
- Interest paid
- $136,997
- Starting balance
- $2,121,179
- Year 5$2,059,442
- Principal paid
- $31,869
- Interest paid
- $134,997
- Starting balance
- $2,091,311
- Year 6$2,025,438
- Principal paid
- $34,003
- Interest paid
- $132,863
- Starting balance
- $2,059,442
- Year 7$1,989,157
- Principal paid
- $36,281
- Interest paid
- $130,585
- Starting balance
- $2,025,438
- Year 8$1,950,447
- Principal paid
- $38,710
- Interest paid
- $128,155
- Starting balance
- $1,989,157
- Year 9$1,909,144
- Principal paid
- $41,303
- Interest paid
- $125,563
- Starting balance
- $1,950,447
- Year 10$1,865,075
- Principal paid
- $44,069
- Interest paid
- $122,797
- Starting balance
- $1,909,144
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