Active Listing  ·  6 days on market

253 Mary Max Cir

San Marcos, TX 78666
$349,900
3 Bed 3 Bath 2,286 sqft $153/sqft Built 2019 0.23 acres 2-Car Garage Pool The Retreat On Willow Creek Ph 4

Tucked on a spacious, cul-de-sac lot, this home offers a great combination of functional living space, thoughtful features, and a backyard with a little extra privacy thanks to the wooded residential space behind it. Fresh interior paint gives the home a clean, refreshed feel, while the mix of wood, tile, and carpet flooring adds warmth and practicality throughout.

The flexible floor plan features a dedicated office on the first floor, perfect for working from home or creating your own tucked-away workspace, plus an upstairs bonus room that offers even more options for a second living area, game room, media space, or whatever your lifestyle calls for. Storage is another bonus, including a generously sized storage area tucked beneath the stairs. Outside, enjoy the appeal of an all-sides brick and masonry exterior, while a radiant barrier in the attic adds another thoughtful feature. Conveniently located with easy access to everyday shopping, dining, and major roadways, this home offers the space, flexibility, and setting that make everyday living a little easier!

At $153/sqft, this home is 34% below the San Marcos active market average of $232/sqft, potentially representing value relative to comparable properties currently on the market. View Austin market report →

Location

253 Mary Max Cir, San Marcos, TX 78666

Property Details

Price $349,900
Status Active Listing
Beds 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Living Area 2,286 sqft
Lot Size 0.23 acres (10,114.63 sqft)
Year Built 2019
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision The Retreat On Willow Creek Ph 4
County Hays
Zip Code 78666
$/sqft $153/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $88/Quarterly
Annual Tax Est. $7,315.76
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT251877862
List Date November 6, 2026
Elementary School Hernandez
Middle School Miller
High School San Marcos
School District San Marcos CISD

San Marcos CISD

Hernandez · Miller · San Marcos

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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
117 Morningside Grv
WHISPER SOUTH
$357,500 $145 4 bd / 3 ba 2,473 sqft , 2026-07-01
416 Stagecoach Trl
The Park At Willow Creek
$359,000 $145 4 bd / 3 ba 2,468 sqft , 2026-03-27
2216 Garden Ct
Garden At Willow Creek
$365,000 $148 3 bd / 3 ba 2,462 sqft , 2025-03-05
2621 Deer Stand Loop
Hunters Hill Sub Sec 2
$330,000 $189 3 bd / 2 ba 1,744 sqft , 2026-06-19
2909 Philo St
Turkey Hollow
$424,500 $282 3 bd / 2 ba 1,506 sqft , 2026-06-29

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
$1,680/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
$69,980
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$1,680
Principal + Interest−$1,910
Property Tax (assumed ~2.1%)−$612
Insurance (assumed ~0.5%)−$146
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-988

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. The written content was last updated on November 11, 2026.

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