Active Listing  ·  111 days on market

8516 Red Bottle Brush Rd

Lago Vista, TX 78645
$499,950
5 Bed 4 Bath 2,814 sqft $178/sqft Built 2024 0.15 acres 2-Car Garage Pool New Construction Tessera/Lk Travis Ph 4A

*HUGE BUYER INCENTIVES* 4.75% (OAC)+ Closing Costs!

*NEW CONSTRUCTION* - MOVE IN READY!

Discover a harmonious blend of style and comfort in this expansive 2,814 sq ft residence in LAKESIDE AT TESSERA, offering 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across two stories. This beautiful home offers an open, inviting floor plan designed for effortless entertaining, complemented by sleek stainless-steel appliances, elegant countertops, and a cozy fireplace that creates the perfect ambiance. High ceilings and recessed lighting enhance the open floorplan, creating an inviting atmosphere for both everyday living and entertaining. Bedrooms provide serene retreats, some featuring vaulted ceilings, plush carpeting, and generous walk-in closets. The luxurious primary bath includes a spacious soaking tub, double vanity, separate shower, and elegant wood flooring with recessed lighting. A dedicated laundry space offers convenience with hookups and storage. This residence provides a perfect backdrop for a vibrant lifestyle. Residents enjoy more than a mile of private shoreline, scenic hiking and biking trails, a convenient boat launch, and a stunning infinity-edge pool overlooking the lake creating the perfect setting for relaxation and recreation. Just 30 minutes from Austin, this exceptional community offers premier lakefront living in one of Texas’ most sought-after destinations.

Photos may not be of actual home but of same floor plan.

At $178/sqft, this home is 31% below the Lago Vista active market average of $257/sqft, potentially representing value relative to comparable properties currently on the market. View Austin market report →

Location

8516 Red Bottle Brush Rd, Lago Vista, TX 78645

Property Details

Price $499,950
Status Active Listing
Beds 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Living Area 2,814 sqft
Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,534 sqft)
Year Built 2024
Garage 2 spaces
Stories ,
Type Residential · Single Family Residence
Subdivision Tessera/Lk Travis Ph 4A
County Travis
Zip Code 78645
$/sqft $178/sqft
Days on Market ,
HOA $936/Annually
Annual Tax Est. ,
Pool Yes
Waterfront ,
New Construction Yes
MLS # ACT232540040
List Date June 4, 2026
Elementary School Lago Vista
Middle School Lago Vista
High School Lago Vista
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 · June 4, 2026 $544,950
Previous ask $512,450
Current ask $499,950
Reduced $45,000 (-8.3%) 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 Lago Vista

Comparable Listings Right Now

Homes currently for sale in Lago Vista 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
8523 Pine Muhly Dr
Lakeside at Tessera on Lake Travis
$499,950 $178 5 bd / 4 ba 2,814 sqft , 2026-06-04
8500 Red Bottle Brush Rd
Tessera/Lk Travis Ph 4A
$499,950 $178 5 bd / 4 ba 2,814 sqft , 2026-06-04
8515 Pine Muhly Dr
Lakeside at Tessera
$499,950 $178 5 bd / 4 ba 2,814 sqft , 2026-06-04
8505 Pine Muhly Dr
Tessera/Lk Travis Ph 4A
$489,950 $197 4 bd / 4 ba 2,482 sqft , 2026-06-04
8424 Red Bottle Brush Rd
Tessera/Lk Travis Ph 4A
$489,950 $197 4 bd / 4 ba 2,482 sqft , 2026-06-04

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
$2,400/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
$99,990
20% conventional investment loan

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

Estimated Gross Rent+$2,400
Principal + Interest−$2,728
Property Tax (~2.1% TX avg)−$875
Insurance (~0.5%)−$208
Est. Monthly Cash Flow $-1,411

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 Lago Vista, TX

Lago Vista 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 18, 2026.

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