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20973 Waterside Drive 34, Lago Vista, TX

$449,900

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1,942

Square feet

0.18

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About 20973 Waterside Drive 34

Waterside Oaks is a gated community on Lake Travis with direct access to the lake. The lake views are awesome plus there are numerous shade trees that shade the decks, the perfect places to relax after a day on the lake. This condo is also a short distance to the community pool, perfect when it is too windy to ski. There have been many upgrades to this home - expanded lower deck, new kitchen counters, new light fixtures, new floors in living, dining, stairs, etc. The primary suite has beautiful lake views as does the downstairs guest bedroom. The upstairs bedroom is quite large, plenty of space for several beds and fun for those young guests. The expanded lower deck is the perfect place to enjoy those sunsets on Lake Travis while Dad is grilling dinner. This condo is clean and bright and shows well. In case you own a boat, the seller also owns a dock behind Waterside Oaks that is for sale at $125,000. Because Waterside Oaks is also a member of the Lago Vista Property Owners Association, you have access to all their amenities -- several waterfront parks, boat ramps, marina, pool, tennis courts, fishing well, two fitness centers, playgrounds, campgrounds and more! Lago Vista is a prosperous community on the North Shore of Lake Travis that celebrates the lakeside lifestyle. With more than 15 miles of shoreline on the North Shore of Lake Travis, you have ample opportunities to boat, fish, kayak, play tennis and golf. Plus, now there are two grocery stores - Lowe's and Brookshire Brothers, Ace and Sun Hardware, CVS and several restaurants plus interesting places to shop. COME LIVE LIKE YOU ARE ON VACATION!

Features of 20973 Waterside Drive 34

MLS® #	7576768
Price	$449,900
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3.00
Full Baths	3
Square Footage	1,942
Acres	0.18
Year Built	2002
Type	Residential
Sub-Type	Condominium
Status	Active Under Contract

Community Information

Address	20973 Waterside Drive 34
Area	LN
Subdivision	Waterside Oaks Condo Amd
City	Lago Vista
County	Travis
State	TX
Zip Code	78645

Amenities

Utilities	Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Features	Conference/Meeting Room, Fitness Center, Fishing, Golf, Gated, Lake, Library, Playground, Airport/Runway, Tennis Court(s)
Parking	Attached, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Garage Spaces	2.00
Garages	Garage Door Opener
View	Lake
Is Waterfront	Yes
Waterfront	Lake Front, Lake Privileges
Has Pool	No

Interior

Interior	Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Interior Features	Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances	Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
Heating	Central, Electric
Fireplace	No
Fireplaces	None
Stories	Multi/Split

Exterior

Exterior Features	Exterior Steps, Rain Gutters
Lot Description	Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Many Trees, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Ground, Trees Medium Size, Views
Roof	Composition, Metal
Construction	HardiPlank Type, Stone
Foundation	Slab

School Information

District	Lago Vista ISD
Elementary	Lago Vista
Middle	Lago Vista
High	Lago Vista

Additional Information

Date Listed	December 23rd, 2025
Days on Market	272
Foreclosure	No
Short Sale	No
RE / Bank Owned	No

Listing Details

Office	Keller Williams - Lake Travis
Contact Info	(512) 261-1000

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