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102 Plantain Drive, Hutto, TX

$424,900

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2,978

Square feet

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About 102 Plantain Drive

PRICED TO COMPETE WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION + $10,000 SELLER CREDIT! Why squeeze your family into 2,000 sq ft when you can own this massive 2,978 sq ft premium home in Hutto Highlands? -Seller is offering a $10,000 closing credit to fund a 2-1 interest rate buydown, cutting your monthly payment by hundreds! -Rare layout boasts 2 main-level bedrooms,flex room, 3.5 baths, a dedicated media room, and brand-new carpet. Plus, gain total peace of mind with a newly replaced HVAC system! - Unbeatable value at just under $143/sq ft. Also available with Owner Financing , Come tour this weekend!

Features of 102 Plantain Drive

MLS® #	2452775
Price	$424,900
Bedrooms	5
Bathrooms	4.00
Full Baths	3
Half Baths	1
Square Footage	2,978
Acres	0.18
Year Built	2015
Type	Residential
Sub-Type	Single Family Residence
Status	Pending

Community Information

Address	102 Plantain Drive
Area	HU
Subdivision	Hutto Hlnds Ph B-1 Sec 1
City	Hutto
County	Williamson
State	TX
Zip Code	78634

Amenities

Utilities	Cable Available, Electricity Available, Underground Utilities
Features	Common Grounds/Area, Community Mailbox, Playground, Sidewalks, Curbs
Parking	Driveway, Garage
Garage Spaces	2.00
View	None
Is Waterfront	No
Waterfront	None
Has Pool	No

Interior

Interior	Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features	Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances	Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave
Heating	Central
Fireplace	No
# of Stories	2
Stories	Two

Exterior

Exterior Features	Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Lot Description	Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, Sprinklers Automatic, Few Trees
Roof	Asphalt
Construction	Brick, Stone
Foundation	Slab

School Information

District	Hutto ISD
Elementary	Hutto
Middle	Hutto
High	Hutto

Additional Information

Date Listed	January 7th, 2026
Days on Market	251
Foreclosure	No
Short Sale	No
RE / Bank Owned	No

Listing Details

Office	ABC Realty Group, LLC
Contact Info	(512) 593-1835

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