Active Listing  ·  15 days on market

834 Dark Horse Ln

Buda, TX 78610
$300,000
4 Bed 2 Bath 1,820 sqft $165/sqft Built 2006 0.19 acres 2-Car Garage Pool Shadow Creek Ph 2 Sec 1

Welcome to 834 Dark Horse, a beautifully maintained, single owner, one-story home where pride of ownership shines throughout. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this spacious home sits on an impressive lot backing to a greenbelt, providing added privacy and a peaceful setting.

Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully updated interior with fresh paint throughout and no carpet, creating a clean and inviting feel. Recent improvements include a new tankless water heater and dishwasher in 2024, a new roof in 2022, a new HVAC system in 2020, and a new fence in 2013.

For added peace of mind, the home was recently pre-inspected, and many recommended repairs have already been completed. A minor foundation repair was also addressed and comes with a transferable warranty.

Enjoy the best of Buda with convenient access to Austin, while coming home to the space and privacy this property provides. With its desirable greenbelt lot, spacious layout, thoughtful updates, and completed repairs, 834 Dark Horse offers a rare combination of comfort, value, and peace of mind. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this well-cared-for home your own!

At $165/sqft, this home is 13% below the Buda active market average of $189/sqft, potentially representing value relative to comparable properties currently on the market. View Austin market report →

Location

834 Dark Horse Ln, Buda, TX 78610

Property Details

Price $300,000
Status Active Listing
Beds 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths ,
Living Area 1,820 sqft
Lot Size 0.19 acres (8,276.4 sqft)
Year Built 2006
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Shadow Creek Ph 2 Sec 1
County Hays
Zip Code 78610
$/sqft $165/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $110/Quarterly
Annual Tax Est. $6,633.16
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction ,
MLS # ACT242838276
List Date August 9, 2026
Elementary School Ralph Pfluger
Middle School McCormick
High School Johnson High School
School District ,

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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
574 W Nautical Loop
Crosswinds Ph One
$300,000 $162 3 bd / 3 ba 1,848 sqft , 2026-06-15
6151 Marsh Ln
Porter Country
$299,999 $209 3 bd / 2 ba 1,434 sqft , 2026-05-12
176 Dusky Thrush Dr
Meadows At Kyle Ph Five
$299,990 $181 3 bd / 2 ba 1,660 sqft , 2026-08-18
344 Bridge Deck Loop
Crosswinds
$304,990 $202 3 bd / 2 ba 1,512 sqft , 2026-05-08
170 Kingfisher Ln
Meadows At Kyle Ph Four
$295,000 $149 3 bd / 3 ba 1,980 sqft , 2026-05-15

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
$1,440/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
$60,000
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$1,440
Principal + Interest−$1,637
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$525
Insurance (~0.5%)−$125
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-847

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 18, 2026.

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