Active Listing  ·  102 days on market

228 Cruising Oak St

San Marcos, TX 78666
$590,000
2 Bed 2 Bath 1,827 sqft $323/sqft Built 2020 0.19 acres 3-Car Garage Pool Kissing Tree

Backyard Serenity Awaits – Exceptional Views, Ultimate Privacy, and Resort-Style Living If you've been searching for the perfect blend of comfort, style, and outdoor living, your search ends here. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in sought-after Kissing Tree, this beautifully maintained home offers one of the community's most desirable settings with no rear neighbor and breathtaking, unobstructed views stretching for miles. This thoughtfully designed home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a dedicated study/flex room, a 2-car garage, and a highly coveted golf cart garage, providing the space and flexibility today's buyers desire. Inside, you'll appreciate the bright, open-concept floor plan highlighted by light-colored tile flooring, crisp white cabinetry, and clean architectural lines that create a timeless, sophisticated backdrop for any decorating style. The spacious living, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly together, allowing for effortless entertaining and everyday living. Expansive sight lines draw your eye through the home and out to the stunning backyard through the upgraded sliding glass doors, bringing natural light and scenic views indoors. The versatile study offers endless possibilities as a home office, media room, hobby space, or guest overflow area. The oversized laundry room is one of the largest available in Kissing Tree floor plans, adding valuable storage and functionality. Step outside and discover what sets this property apart. The backyard is your private retreat, designed for relaxation and entertaining alike. Enjoy the extended covered patio, built-in outdoor kitchen and BBQ area, private hot tub location, and low-maintenance xeriscape landscaping that allows you to spend more time enjoying your home and less time maintaining it. Whether you're hosting friends, enjoying your morning coffee, or taking in a spectacular Texas sunset, the panoramic views and peaceful setting create an atmosphere that's hard to find.

At $323/sqft, this home is priced 43% above the San Marcos active market average of $226/sqft, reflecting premium positioning, typically tied to finishes, lot, location, or view. View Austin market report →

Location

228 Cruising Oak St, San Marcos, TX 78666

Property Details

Price $590,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,827 sqft
Lot Size 0.19 acres (8,276.4 sqft)
Year Built 2020
Garage 3 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Kissing Tree
County Hays
Zip Code 78666
$/sqft $323/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $263/Monthly
Annual Tax Est. $11,203.04
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT236268815
List Date June 13, 2026
Elementary School Rodriguez (San Marcos ISD)
Middle School Miller
High School San Marcos
School District ,

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Price History

How This Ask Has Moved

Original list price versus what this home is asking today. Straight from the ACTRIS MLS feed, no interpretation.

Original ask · June 13, 2026 $624,900
Current ask $590,000
Reduced $34,900 (-5.6%) from original ask

Source: ACTRIS MLS. Price change timestamp reflects the most recent adjustment on record; the feed does not expose intermediate steps between the original ask and today's ask.

Similar Homes on the Market in San Marcos

Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in San Marcos 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.

AddressList Price$/sqftBeds/BathsSqftDOMListed
120 Wild Sage Cv
Kissing Tree
$590,000 $260 2 bd / 2 ba 2,266 sqft , 2026-06-18
228 Drawing Maple St
Kissing Tree
$599,000 $311 2 bd / 2 ba 1,927 sqft , 2026-08-28
120 Sweeping Sage Ln
Kissing Tree
$599,900 $272 3 bd / 3 ba 2,206 sqft , 2026-08-03
105 Silver Lupine Cv
Kissing Tree
$565,975 $256 3 bd / 3 ba 2,207 sqft , 2026-08-12
119 Yellowcress Ln
Kissing Tree
$552,000 $250 2 bd / 3 ba 2,207 sqft , 2026-08-14

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
$2,832/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
$118,000
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$2,832
Principal + Interest−$3,220
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$1,033
Insurance (~0.5%)−$246
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,667

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 San Marcos, TX

San Marcos 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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About the Author
Luke Allen, Austin TX Realtor, TREC #788149
Luke Allen
Licensed Austin TX Realtor · TREC #788149 · Full-time since 2019
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Luke Allen is a full-time Austin TX Realtor with the Austin Marketing + Development Group brokerage. He works with buyers, sellers, and investors across every Austin ISD and the surrounding neighborhoods, from Downtown and East Austin to Round Rock, Cedar Park, and the Hill Country. Every page on this site is written and maintained by Luke. This page was last updated on September 10, 2026.

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