Active Listing  ·  158 days on market

1354 The High Rd

Austin, TX 78746
$7,300,000
4 Bed 4 Bath 4,845 sqft $1,507/sqft Built 2010 5.00 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Akumal

Five private acres surround this custom Old World Storybook estate on the coveted High Road in Westlake Hills, blending artisan craftsmanship w/modern efficiency. This 4 bed, 4 bath retreat features 21kW solar, 6 zone 21 SEER Carrier geothermal heat pumps, spray foam insulation, w/average utility costs of $70/mo. This home is constructed w/Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) walls, a high-performance building system. As you enter, a Tiffany-style stained glass entry opens to vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, Venetian plaster walls, Arizona Rosa flagstone floors, & hand-crafted details throughout. Office features Unique Green Man Masonry Fireplace & antique doors. The great room showcases salvaged hemlock trusses, a weeping mortar stair tower, travertine wainscoting, stained glass accents & dramatic fireplace, w/antique 100-year-old doors open to a serene courtyard framed by dragon-themed wrought iron railings. A marble-floored library w/coffered faux copper ceiling, wall-to-wall bookcases, mahogany windows, & Juliet balcony, complemented by medieval stained glass crafted from 200-year-old salvaged glass. The private owner’s suite offers a stone fireplace, hand scraped teak floors & spa-like bath with river rock shower. Upstairs bedrooms feature bamboo floors & built-ins, & a spiral staircase leads to a hilltop tower w/panoramic views. Additional living spaces feature hand-chiseled mesquite mantels & flow seamlessly to expansive decks overlooking rolling hills. The kitchen includes custom cabinetry, large island, double copper sink, & thermal chimney cupola. The lower-level guest suite provides private access & full bath. Outdoors, enjoy massaranduba decking, koi pond w/Indian Lotus, workshop, mult parking areas w/two driveway entrances, copper gutters, 100% masonry stucco w/moss rock, wildflower fields, nature trails to a creek, & space for future guest homes. A custom pool w/natural stone accents, stone & turf patio is currently under construction to complete this estate!

At $1,507/sqft, this home is priced 285% above the Austin active market average of $391/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

1354 The High Rd, Austin, TX 78746

Property Details

Price $7,300,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Living Area 4,845 sqft
Lot Size 5.00 acres (217,800 sqft)
Year Built 2010
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Akumal
County Travis
Zip Code 78746
$/sqft $1,507/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $43,796.55
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT219231196
List Date February 27, 2026
Elementary School Eanes
Middle School Hill Country
High School Westlake
School District ,

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Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in Austin with similar bedroom count, size, and price range, giving you real-time context for how this property's asking price compares to the active market.

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$7,300,000 $1,186 4 bd / 6 ba 6,153 sqft , 2026-02-25
2308 Hartford Rd
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$7,425,000 $1,401 5 bd / 7 ba 5,300 sqft , 2026-03-31
4500 River Wood Ct
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$7,150,000 $1,264 4 bd / 5 ba 5,658 sqft , 2025-10-24
6607 W COURTYARD Dr
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$6,895,000 $1,193 5 bd / 6 ba 5,780 sqft , 2026-08-01
400 Academy Dr
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$7,900,000 $1,814 5 bd / 4 ba 4,354 sqft , 2026-02-21

Source: ACTRIS MLS, live listings. Similar by ±1 bed, ±35% price, ±35% sqft. Contact Luke for a formal comparative market analysis.

Investment Analysis

Rental Income Potential

The numbers below use conservative Austin-market assumptions. They are estimates, not a guarantee. Actual rents vary by condition, timing, and management. Read our full Austin rental property guide →

Est. Monthly Rent
$35,040/mo
0.48% rule · conservative Austin est.
Gross Yield
5.76%
Annual rent ÷ purchase price
Cap Rate (est.)
3.46%
NOI after 40% vacancy + expenses
Down Payment
$1,460,000
20% conventional investment loan

Monthly Cash Flow Breakdown (20% down · 7.25% rate)

Estimated Gross Rent+$35,040
Principal + Interest−$39,839
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$12,775
Insurance (~0.5%)−$3,042
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-20,616

At current rates and prices, many Austin luxury properties run neutral or slightly negative on pure cash flow, appreciation and equity paydown are the primary return drivers. BRRRR and off-market acquisitions can improve day-one cash flow. Learn about the BRRRR method in Austin →

Commute & Employment

Major Employers Near Austin, TX

Austin sits within commuting range of Austin's major tech, manufacturing, and corporate campuses. Approximate drive times from this area:

Tesla Gigafactory 15-25 min E
Apple Campus (Domain) 20-30 min N
Google / Meta / Indeed 10-15 min downtown
Dell Medical School / UT Austin 10-20 min
Samsung Austin Semiconductor 25 min N

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