1016 Merlene Drive, Austin

$780,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,999 Sqft
.3 Acre
3 Garages

FREEDOM AND PEACE – A Home That Offers Both in Abundance This is more than a home—it's a lifestyle. Here, you’re free to park your RV and your boat with ease—one in the garage, one inside the gated side yard, or both outside. Just under a mile from the public boat launch on Lake Austin, adventure is always close at hand. Stroll along the peaceful, tree-lined streets or down to the lake, where quiet serenity surrounds you. Relax or garden in the expansive backyard, which features three separate fenced areas and backs to privately owned natural land. With no home owner fees, you'll enjoy financial freedom with a low 2024 tax rate of just 1.72%. Step through the front door into an open-concept living space that combines kitchen, family room, and dining area—perfect for connection and entertaining. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring a spacious bedroom, a cozy sitting area with a fireplace and views of the side yard, and a luxurious ensuite bath with dual vanities, a spa tub, separate shower, and private commode. From there, the walk-in closet and laundry room flow directly into a personal sauna—your private spa awaits. Upstairs, a huge game room with wet bar and refrigerator opens onto a large balcony—another perfect spot to enjoy the peaceful setting. Off the game room, you'll find a dedicated media room ready for movie nights or gaming marathons, and a private office with its own window and closet—ideal for uninterrupted work-from-home days. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are located down the hall, offering space and privacy for family or guests. All of this sits on a beautifully landscaped 0.3-acre lot adorned with ancient oak trees. Zoned to highly regarded Leander schools and located near Quinlan Park (with playgrounds and a boat launch), plus quick access to shopping, major roads, and the beauty of Lake Travis and Central Texas. Come experience the rare blend of serenity and freedom—this is more than a home; it’s your sanctuary.

Essential Information
MLS® #3623340
Price$780,000
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3.00
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Square Footage2,999
Acres0.30
Year Built2002
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Community Information
Address1016 Merlene Drive
AreaRN
SubdivisionRiver Ridge
CityAustin
CountyTravis
StateTX
Zip Code78732
Amenities
Garage Spaces3
GaragesGarage Door Opener
ViewTrees/Woods
WaterfrontNone
Utilities

Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Cable Connected, Underground Utilities

Features

Playground, Park, Trash Pickup Door to Door, Lake

Parking

Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Garage, RV Access/Parking, Boat, Door-Single, Gravel, Outside, Tandem

Interior
InteriorCarpet, Tile, Wood
FireplaceYes
# of Fireplaces2
# of Stories2
StoriesTwo
Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Bar Fridge, Built-In Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Propane Cooktop, Wine Cooler

Heating

Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Ceiling, Forced Air

Fireplaces

Family Room, Bath, Circulating, Den, Double Sided, Glass Doors, Propane, See Through

Exterior
Exterior FeaturesBalcony, Private Yard, Dog Run
RoofMetal
ConstructionMasonry, Stone, Stucco
FoundationSlab
Lot Description

Front Yard, Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Ground, Sloped Up, Few Trees, Trees Large Size, Sprinklers On Side

School Information
DistrictLeander ISD
ElementaryRiver Ridge
MiddleCanyon Ridge
HighVandegrift
Additional Information
Date ListedMarch 28th, 2025
Days on Market53
Listing Details
Office Contact(512) 263-5655
Property History
Price Reduced from $840,000 to $780,000
Price Reduced from $889,000 to $840,000
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