8517 Appalachian DR, Austin TX 78759
Austin, TX 78759 · Great Hills 02
Single Family Residence for sale in Great Hills 02
Overview
Property Description
Heart of Northwest Hills, wonderfully quiet street, gorgeous and updated home backs to the Steck Valley Greenbelt which contains 38.4 AC (can't be developed per the Parks and Rec Department). Breathtaking, undisturbed year 'round California-like canyon views surrounded by natural beauty! Be the envy of all your family and friends. Unbeatable location. Easily access major HWYs, downtown ATX, UT, The Domain plus entertainment, shopping and restaurants. Fortunately, this beautiful home lives like a single story with everything you need for daily living on the main level. No steps as you enter, no sunken rooms. Anyone with mobility challenges can easily move around the main home. Over 1,100 SF of outdoor living space capturing those stunning views - relax, dine, entertain. Thoughtfully updated by an interior designer with stylish, timeless selections. Cozy stone, gas fireplace draws you in to sit a while and enjoy the views. Completely updated kitchen is a chef's dream: ample storage, counter space and convenient breakfast bar. Luxurious Primary Suite features: more greenbelt views from the bedroom and bathroom, a jetted tub with hydrotherapy by Bain, new tile and a walk-in closet. Two roomy secondary bedrooms are wisely separated from the Primary. Flex room with a view on the level below can be used as a home office, 2nd living or 4th bedroom (already has a built-in bed). Two extra rooms (470 SF not included in home square footage) could be used for storage, work room, home gym, music/art studio or easily convert them to living space. So many possibilities! The home feeds to excellent schools and has parks and amenities nearby such as Westover Hills CC and Great Hills CC if you are a golfer. Roof replaced 2023. HVAC redesigned and replaced in 2023 (living area and each bedroom has its own thermostat). Interior and exterior was freshly painted in April of 2023 giving it a fresh, modern feel. A 410 gallon rainwater collection tank is located on the NE side of the home.
Financial Info
- Price
- $1,225,000
- $ / Sqft
- $502
- HOA
- None
- Tax Rate
- 1.9749%
- Est. Taxes
- $13,382
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Exemptions
- Homestead
Legal Info
- Address
- 8517 Appalachian DR
- County
- Travis
- City
- Austin
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78759
- Subdivision
- Great Hills 02
- Legal Description
- LOT 21 BLK A GREAT HILLS II
- Parcel
- 01500301030000
Interior Features
- Floor
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Num Living
- 2
- Dining
- 1
- Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar, Pantry
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, Main Level
- Master Bed
- Double Vanity, Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Master Main
- Yes
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Fireplace Description
- Gas Log, Living Room
- Interior Features
- Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Double Vanity, Gas Dryer Hookup, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Study/Home Office, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Skylight(s)
General Info
- Beds
- 3 Total / 3 Main Level
- Full / Half Baths
- 2 / 0
- Prop Type
- Residential
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- 2
- Year Built
- 1976 / Updated/Remodeled
- Square Feet
- 2,441 / Appraiser
- Garages
- 2
- Garage Desc
- Attached, Door-Single, Driveway, Enclosed, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Masonry – Partial
- Acres
- 0.24
- Lot Description
- Back to Park/Greenbelt, Back Yard, City Lot, Curbs, Front Yard, Native Plants, Sprinkler - Automatic, Trees-Heavy, Views, Xeriscape
- Restrictions
- City Restrictions, Deed Restrictions
- Flood Plain
- No
- View
- Canyon, Hill Country, Panoramic, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- 1A
Utility Info
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
- Heat
- Central
- A C
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Exterior Features
- Fence
- Chain Link, Wood
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Steps, Gutters Full, Covered, Deck
- Pool On Property
- No
- Area Amenities
- None
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
TCAD account 497557
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 DIST | 0.103400 | $799,000 | $826.17 |
| AUSTIN ISD | 0.925200 | $799,000 | $7,392.35 |
| CITY OF AUSTIN | 0.524017 | $799,000 | $4,186.90 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY | 0.375845 | $799,000 | $3,003.00 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT | 0.118023 | $799,000 | $943.00 |
| Ordinary property tax estimate | 2.046485 | $16,351.42 |
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
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 | — | 2.046485 | $18,049.67 |
| 2024 | — | 1.981814 | $17,363.49 |
| 2023 | — | 1.809247 | $19,220.64 |
| 2022 | — | 1.974923 | $10,140.31 |
| 2021 | — | 2.176679 | $10,251.18 |
| 2020 | — | 2.226665 | $11,346.15 |
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.
Schools
School Info
- District
- Austin ISD
- Elementary
- Hill
- Middle
- Murchison
- High
- Anderson
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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Estimated monthly payment
$8,330 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $8,330
- Principal & interest
- $6,194
- Property taxes
- $1,115
- Homeowners insurance
- $1,021
*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 | $980,000 | $10,954 | $63,377 | $969,046 | |
| 2 | $969,046 | $11,687 | $62,644 | $957,359 | |
| 3 | $957,359 | $12,470 | $61,861 | $944,889 | |
| 4 | $944,889 | $13,305 | $61,026 | $931,584 | |
| 5 | $931,584 | $14,196 | $60,135 | $917,388 | |
| 6 | $917,388 | $15,147 | $59,184 | $902,241 | |
| 7 | $902,241 | $16,161 | $58,170 | $886,079 | |
| 8 | $886,079 | $17,244 | $57,087 | $868,835 | |
| 9 | $868,835 | $18,399 | $55,933 | $850,437 | |
| 10 | $850,437 | $19,631 | $54,700 | $830,806 |
- Year 1$969,046
- Principal paid
- $10,954
- Interest paid
- $63,377
- Starting balance
- $980,000
- Year 2$957,359
- Principal paid
- $11,687
- Interest paid
- $62,644
- Starting balance
- $969,046
- Year 3$944,889
- Principal paid
- $12,470
- Interest paid
- $61,861
- Starting balance
- $957,359
- Year 4$931,584
- Principal paid
- $13,305
- Interest paid
- $61,026
- Starting balance
- $944,889
- Year 5$917,388
- Principal paid
- $14,196
- Interest paid
- $60,135
- Starting balance
- $931,584
- Year 6$902,241
- Principal paid
- $15,147
- Interest paid
- $59,184
- Starting balance
- $917,388
- Year 7$886,079
- Principal paid
- $16,161
- Interest paid
- $58,170
- Starting balance
- $902,241
- Year 8$868,835
- Principal paid
- $17,244
- Interest paid
- $57,087
- Starting balance
- $886,079
- Year 9$850,437
- Principal paid
- $18,399
- Interest paid
- $55,933
- Starting balance
- $868,835
- Year 10$830,806
- Principal paid
- $19,631
- Interest paid
- $54,700
- Starting balance
- $850,437
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