Active Listing  ·  74 days on market

518 Blue Stem Rd

New Braunfels, TX 78130
$289,997
4 Bed 2 Bath 1,667 sqft $174/sqft Built 2021 0.14 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Heather Glen Ph 4

Welcome to 518 Blue Stem Rd in the highly desirable Heather Glen community of New Braunfels! This beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.

Step inside to an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light, featuring a spacious living area that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining space—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a functional layout designed for busy households.

The private primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with an ensuite bathroom and a spacious walk-in closet, while the additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy your mornings or evenings in the fully fenced backyard with a covered patio, ideal for barbecues, pets, or simply unwinding outdoors.

Located in the sought-after Heather Glen master-planned community, residents enjoy outstanding amenities including a resort-style pool, splash pad, playground, walking trails, and community gathering spaces. The home is conveniently located just minutes from IH-35, providing easy access to New Braunfels, San Marcos, Gruene, and San Antonio. You'll also be close to shopping, dining, schools, and popular destinations such as Creekside Town Center, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Landa Park, and the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers.

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for an excellent investment opportunity, this move-in ready home offers exceptional value in one of New Braunfels' fastest-growing communities. Don't miss your opportunity to make 518 Blue Stem Rd your next home!

At $174/sqft, this home is 36% below the New Braunfels active market average of $270/sqft, potentially representing value relative to comparable properties currently on the market. View Austin market report →

Location

518 Blue Stem Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130

Property Details

Price $289,997
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,667 sqft
Lot Size 0.14 acres (6,098.4 sqft)
Year Built 2021
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Heather Glen Ph 4
County Comal
Zip Code 78130
$/sqft $174/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $100/Quarterly
Annual Tax Est. $5,153.93
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT240329060
List Date July 20, 2026
Elementary School Goodwin Frazier
Middle School Church Hill
High School Canyon
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 20, 2026 $299,999
Current ask $289,997
▼ Reduced $10,002 (-3.3%) 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 New Braunfels

Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in New Braunfels 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
762 PINEHURST DR Dr
GRUENE CROSSING
$298,878 $161 3 bd / 2 ba 1,854 sqft , 2026-09-11
1531 Lahn Rd Rd
Rhine Terrace
$259,000 $188 4 bd / 2 ba 1,379 sqft , 2026-09-13
2136 Hofstaat St
Garten Haus
$349,400 $241 3 bd / 3 ba 1,448 sqft , 2026-09-03

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
$1,392/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
$57,999
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$1,392
Principal + Interest−$1,583
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$507
Insurance (~0.5%)−$121
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-819

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 New Braunfels, TX

New Braunfels 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 4, 2026.

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