Active Listing  ·  80 days on market

278 Noddy Rd

Buda, TX 78610
$284,000
4 Bed 2 Bath 1,680 sqft $169/sqft Built 2016 0.14 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Shadow Creek Ph Seven Sec Three

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable Shadow Creek community of Buda. The open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining.

The kitchen features abundant white cabinetry, generous counter space, a pantry, and a breakfast bar overlooking the living room. The versatile fourth bedroom is perfect as a home office, guest room, or playroom.

The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower.

Step outside to a covered patio and a spacious backyard with beautiful crepe myrtles, offering the perfect space to relax or entertain.

Residents enjoy access to community amenities including a pool, parks, playgrounds, walking trails, and sports courts. Conveniently located just minutes from I-35, with easy access to Downtown Austin, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Downtown Buda, San Marcos, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

Move-in ready and offering the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.

At $169/sqft, this home is 10% below the Buda active market average of $188/sqft, potentially representing value relative to comparable properties currently on the market. View Austin market report →

Location

278 Noddy Rd, Buda, TX 78610

Property Details

Price $284,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,680 sqft
Lot Size 0.14 acres (6,098.4 sqft)
Year Built 2016
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Shadow Creek Ph Seven Sec Three
County Hays
Zip Code 78610
$/sqft $169/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $110/Quarterly
Annual Tax Est. $7,340.84
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT238504154
List Date July 4, 2026
Elementary School Tobias
Middle School McCormick
High School Johnson High School
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 · July 4, 2026 $289,000
Current ask $284,000
Reduced $5,000 (-1.7%) 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 Buda

Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in Buda 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
499 Eagle Brook Ln
Shadow Creek Ph 7 Sec 2
$280,000 $130 4 bd / 3 ba 2,160 sqft , 2026-05-07
113 Screech Owl Dr
Meadows At Kyle Ph Four
$279,999 $179 3 bd / 2 ba 1,562 sqft , 2026-07-08
176 Dusky Thrush Dr
Meadows At Kyle Ph Five
$279,990 $169 3 bd / 2 ba 1,660 sqft , 2026-08-18
387 Guemal Rd
Shadow Creek Ph Nine Sec Two
$279,000 $137 4 bd / 3 ba 2,042 sqft , 2026-05-01
844 Dark Horse Ln
Shadow Creek Ph 2 Sec 1
$290,000 $175 3 bd / 2 ba 1,658 sqft , 2026-09-07

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
$1,363/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
$56,800
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$1,363
Principal + Interest−$1,550
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$497
Insurance (~0.5%)−$118
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-802

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 Buda, TX

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

Tesla Gigafactory 25 min N
Downtown Austin 30 min N
Hays County job center 10 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 August 29, 2026.

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