Active Listing  ·  47 days on market

2021 Ford St

Austin, TX 78704
$3,999,000
4 Bed 6 Bath 4,213 sqft $949/sqft Built 2017 0.26 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Sun Terrace

Situated on a quarter acre in the heart of Zilker, this home and separate guest house offer exceptional privacy, space, and amenities in one of Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Located on a quiet street just moments from South Lamar’s restaurants and entertainment, Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Park, and highly regarded Zilker Elementary, this thoughtfully designed property combines modern luxury with an unbeatable South Austin lifestyle. Designed by FAB Architecture with interior design by Ashley Vaughan and landscape design by Jackson Broussard, the main residence optimizes everyday living and entertaining. The open floor plan features expansive doors and windows by Western that fill the home with natural light, creating a seamless connection to the outdoors. Host in the immaculate kitchen featuring high-end appliances by Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Miele. The main home offers four bedrooms and four full bathrooms, including a main-level primary suite, while the detached two-story guest house offers additional accommodations with a full bathroom, half bath, and flexible living space, making it ideal for guests, a home office, gym, or creative studio. The backyard is a private retreat complete with a covered outdoor living area, fireplace, pool, spa, and a charming tree house tucked in the mature Live Oak. Additional premium features include solar panels, a whole-home water purification system, a Level 2 EV charger, and Control4 home automation for lighting, security, media, and music. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, resort-style amenities, and a premier Zilker location, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the neighborhood’s most distinctive properties. Tax and assessed values are estimates for illustration purposes only. All figures should be independently verified.

At $949/sqft, this home is priced 143% 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

2021 Ford St, Austin, TX 78704

Property Details

Price $3,999,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Living Area 4,213 sqft
Lot Size 0.26 acres (11,286.4 sqft)
Year Built 2017
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Sun Terrace
County Travis
Zip Code 78704
$/sqft $949/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA None / verify with agent
Annual Tax Est. $47,512.97
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT236502434
List Date June 18, 2026
Elementary School Zilker
Middle School O Henry
High School Austin
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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$3,999,000 $1,270 3 bd / 4 ba 3,150 sqft , 2026-03-19
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$3,999,999 $1,417 3 bd / 4 ba 2,822 sqft , 2026-04-03
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$3,995,000 $879 4 bd / 5 ba 4,546 sqft , 2026-06-11
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$3,995,000 $963 4 bd / 5 ba 4,150 sqft , 2026-07-20
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$3,990,000 $831 4 bd / 5 ba 4,804 sqft , 2025-11-25

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
$19,195/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
$799,800
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$19,195
Principal + Interest−$21,824
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$6,998
Insurance (~0.5%)−$1,666
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-11,293

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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