Active Listing  ·  76 days on market

289 Serene Hollow Ln

Buda, TX 78610
$430,000
4 Bed 4 Bath 2,709 sqft $159/sqft Built 2010 0.17 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Whispering Hollow Ph I Sec 4A

Seller is offering $5K towards buyer's closing costs. If you’ve been searching for more space, a functional layout, and a Buda location that keeps you connected to everything Central Texas has to offer, 289 Serene Hollow Ln delivers. Located in the established Whispering Hollow community, this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home offers over 2,700 square feet with the flexibility today’s buyers are looking for.

Designed with everyday living in mind, the home features a sought after main floor primary suite, creating a private retreat separate from the four additional bedrooms upstairs. The open concept living area brings together the kitchen, dining, and family spaces with large windows that fill the home with natural light and overlook the backyard.

The kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a spacious center island, abundant storage, and plenty of room for gathering with family and friends.

Upstairs, four additional bedrooms provide the space that can be hard to find, whether you need room for family, guests, a dedicated home office, playroom, fitness area, or creative space. With five bedrooms and multiple dining areas, this floor plan gives you options as your needs change.

Step outside and enjoy the benefits of an established Buda neighborhood with a private backyard featuring mature trees, a covered patio, and space to relax, entertain, or enjoy quiet Texas evenings.

Located in Whispering Hollow, residents enjoy access to community amenities including a pool, playground, and outdoor spaces, all just minutes from downtown Buda’s restaurants, shopping, and local favorites with convenient access into Austin. Combining size, location, and a thoughtful floor plan, this home offers the everyday functionality buyers are looking for in one of the fastest growing areas south of Austin.

At $159/sqft, this home is 16% below the Buda active market average of $190/sqft, potentially representing value relative to comparable properties currently on the market. View Austin market report →

Location

289 Serene Hollow Ln, Buda, TX 78610

Property Details

Price $430,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Living Area 2,709 sqft
Lot Size 0.17 acres (7,339.86 sqft)
Year Built 2010
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Whispering Hollow Ph I Sec 4A
County Hays
Zip Code 78610
$/sqft $159/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $34/Monthly
Annual Tax Est. $9,638.23
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT230518663
List Date May 20, 2026
Elementary School Elm Grove
Middle School Eric Dahlstrom
High School Jack C Hays
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 · May 20, 2026 $445,000
Previous ask $440,000
Current ask $430,000
Reduced $15,000 (-3.4%) 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
189 Durian Loop
Sunfield Ph Five Sec Four
$430,000 $156 4 bd / 3 ba 2,758 sqft , 2026-01-23
408 Rubber Tree Way
Sunfield
$429,990 $195 4 bd / 3 ba 2,202 sqft , 2026-05-14
13305 Rindle Reach Dr
Turners Crossing
$429,990 $151 5 bd / 3 ba 2,852 sqft , 2026-07-07
351 Wincliff Dr
Garlic Creek West Ph Iii Sec 7
$429,500 $158 4 bd / 3 ba 2,714 sqft , 2026-05-29
284 Everglade Dr
Sunfield
$429,500 $163 3 bd / 3 ba 2,641 sqft , 2026-06-05

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
$2,064/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
$86,000
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$2,064
Principal + Interest−$2,347
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$753
Insurance (~0.5%)−$179
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,215

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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