8708 Acuarela CT, Austin TX 78735
Austin, TX 78735 · Amarra Drive Ph 02
Single Family Residence for sale in Amarra Drive Ph 02
Overview
Property Description
A Heyl Homes Custom Estate, Fully Updated and Refinished in 2025. For the Buyer Seeking Quality, Privacy, and Immediate Enjoyment. Set on 1.587 acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the gated Amarra at Barton Creek community, this single-level Heyl Homes residence commands sweeping east-facing Hill Country views. Built in 2015 and comprehensively renovated in 2025 for $500,000, the 5,248-square-foot home offers four en-suite bedrooms, a dedicated study, two half baths, and dramatic entertaining spaces—move-in ready, every capital improvement completed. The property conveys deeded Barton Creek Country Club social membership and is steps from the Fazio Canyons course, ranked #1 in Texas by Golf.com, . STYLE Striking walls of cut Texas stone anchor the principal rooms, lending warmth and permanence alongside refined contemporary finishes—a house built to last and designed to be lived in. The bedrooms and study are deliberately set apart, offering quiet privacy from the entertaining core. INTERIORS & ENTERTAINING Entry, great room, dining, kitchen, and family room flow continuously, anchored by two fireplaces and notably tall ceilings. Every wall and ceiling elevated to a Level 5 smooth finish via three-coat plaster, providing a gallery-quality backdrop throughout. A comprehensive LED lighting package, in-ceiling sound system, honed countertops, and designer fans complete the refresh. KITCHEN, WET BAR & PANTRY Professional-grade appliances, wine refrigerator, reverse osmosis filtration, and a dedicated wet bar with beverage refrigerator and ice maker. GARAGE & SYSTEMS The three-car garage has its own HVAC system and four 220V outlets. Improvements also include fiber optic broadband, a new dedicated primary HVAC, upgraded attic insulation, and a renewed and expanded irrigation system. GROUNDS Pool, spa, integrated terrace and grill area are oriented toward panoramic Hill Country. Original Thompson+Hanson landscaping expanded and upgraded.
Financial Info
- Price
- $4,995,000
- $ / Sqft
- $952
- HOA
- Yes - Mandatory / $800 / Quarterly
- HOA Name
- BARTON CREEK SW COMM
- HOA Includes
- See Remarks
- Tax Rate
- 1.9977%
- Est. Taxes
- $78,795.23
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Exemptions
- Over 65
Legal Info
- Address
- 8708 Acuarela CT
- County
- Travis
- City
- Austin
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78735
- Subdivision
- Amarra Drive Ph 02
- Legal Description
- LOT 14 BLK C AMARRA DRIVE PHS 2
- Parcel
- 01074002180000
Interior Features
- Floor
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Num Living
- 2
- Dining
- 1
- Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Double Oven, RNGHD, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, Main Level
- Master Bed
- Double Vanity, Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Master Main
- Yes
- Fireplaces
- 3
- Fireplace Description
- Gas, Great Room, Living Room, Outside
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Chandelier, Granite Counters, Quartz Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wired for Data, Fire Alarm, Security System Owned, Insulated Windows, Solar Screens, Window Coverings, Window Treatments
General Info
- Beds
- 4 Total / 4 Main Level
- Full / Half Baths
- 4 / 2
- Prop Type
- Residential
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- 1
- Year Built
- 2015 / Resale
- Square Feet
- 5,248 / Builder
- Garages
- 3
- Garage Desc
- Door-Multi, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Masonry – All Sides, Stone Veneer, Stucco
- Acres
- 1.59
- Lot Description
- Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Sprinkler - In-ground, Views
- Restrictions
- Deed Restrictions
- Flood Plain
- No
- View
- City, City Lights, Hill Country, Park/Greenbelt, Skyline, Trees/Woods
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- W
Utility Info
- Water
- Municipal Utility District (MUD)
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
- Heat
- Central
- A C
- Central Air
Exterior Features
- Fence
- Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Wrought Iron
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Covered, Patio
- Pool On Property
- Yes
- Area Amenities
- Cluster Mailbox, Common Grounds
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | Price Decrease | $4,995,000−$105,000 (−2.1%) | −$105,000 (−2.1%) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Back On Market | — | |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Active Under Contract | — | |
| May 29, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
TCAD account 759905
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 | $4,348,526 | $4,496.38 |
| AUSTIN ISD | 0.925200 | $4,348,526 | $40,232.56 |
| TRAVIS CO ESD NO 3 | 0.059000 | $4,348,526 | $2,565.63 |
| TRAVIS CO MUD NO 5 | 0.440500 | $4,348,526 | $19,155.26 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY | 0.375845 | $4,348,526 | $16,343.72 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT | 0.118023 | $4,348,526 | $5,132.26 |
| Ordinary property tax estimate | 2.021968 | $87,925.81 |
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
- SCHMERTZLER KUNI & MICHAEL SCHMERTZLER
- Legal
- LOT 14 BLK C AMARRA DRIVE PHS 2
- Geo ID
- prop:759905
- Acreage
- 1.59
- Exemption Type
- None on record
- MLS estimated annual taxes
- $78,795.23
- MLS tax year
- 2025
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 | $4,268,619 | 2.021968 | $78,795.23 |
| 2024 | — | 1.997714 | $59,098.49 |
| 2023 | — | 1.862047 | $55,165.23 |
| 2022 | — | 2.048723 | $59,119.94 |
| 2021 | — | 2.238179 | $59,701.35 |
| 2020 | — | 2.351165 | $64,288.36 |
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
- Oak Hill
- 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
$35,986 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $35,986
- Principal & interest
- $25,257
- Property taxes
- $6,566
- Homeowners insurance
- $4,163
*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 | $3,996,000 | $44,664 | $258,425 | $3,951,336 | |
| 2 | $3,951,336 | $47,656 | $255,434 | $3,903,680 | |
| 3 | $3,903,680 | $50,847 | $252,242 | $3,852,833 | |
| 4 | $3,852,833 | $54,252 | $248,837 | $3,798,581 | |
| 5 | $3,798,581 | $57,886 | $245,203 | $3,740,695 | |
| 6 | $3,740,695 | $61,763 | $241,327 | $3,678,932 | |
| 7 | $3,678,932 | $65,899 | $237,190 | $3,613,033 | |
| 8 | $3,613,033 | $70,312 | $232,777 | $3,542,721 | |
| 9 | $3,542,721 | $75,021 | $228,068 | $3,467,700 | |
| 10 | $3,467,700 | $80,046 | $223,044 | $3,387,654 |
- Year 1$3,951,336
- Principal paid
- $44,664
- Interest paid
- $258,425
- Starting balance
- $3,996,000
- Year 2$3,903,680
- Principal paid
- $47,656
- Interest paid
- $255,434
- Starting balance
- $3,951,336
- Year 3$3,852,833
- Principal paid
- $50,847
- Interest paid
- $252,242
- Starting balance
- $3,903,680
- Year 4$3,798,581
- Principal paid
- $54,252
- Interest paid
- $248,837
- Starting balance
- $3,852,833
- Year 5$3,740,695
- Principal paid
- $57,886
- Interest paid
- $245,203
- Starting balance
- $3,798,581
- Year 6$3,678,932
- Principal paid
- $61,763
- Interest paid
- $241,327
- Starting balance
- $3,740,695
- Year 7$3,613,033
- Principal paid
- $65,899
- Interest paid
- $237,190
- Starting balance
- $3,678,932
- Year 8$3,542,721
- Principal paid
- $70,312
- Interest paid
- $232,777
- Starting balance
- $3,613,033
- Year 9$3,467,700
- Principal paid
- $75,021
- Interest paid
- $228,068
- Starting balance
- $3,542,721
- Year 10$3,387,654
- Principal paid
- $80,046
- Interest paid
- $223,044
- Starting balance
- $3,467,700
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