8131 FOREST MESA DRIVE, AUSTIN, TX 78759
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List Price$619,000
8131 Forest Mesa Drive
Austin, TX 78759
Listing #8829400
About This Property
Thoughtfully updated inside and out, this Northwest Austin home blends timeless character with today's style and functionality. Seller improvements include over $40,000 in new siding, partial roof replacement, updated landscaping and stonework, new fencing and gates, enhanced exterior lighting, a new cedar front patio beam and column, refreshed patio tile, reinforced retaining railroad ties, and updated front door hardware. The interior has been refreshed throughout with luxury vinyl flooring, fresh paint, updated doors, recessed lighting with dimmers, new switches and outlet covers, and numerous designer touches. The foyer welcomes you with custom wainscoting, while the living room features built-in bookcases, decorative wall detailing, a resurfaced fireplace with updated tile and mantel, and new flooring. The dining room offers cedar accent walls, updated lighting, and new flooring. The remodeled kitchen showcases resurfaced countertops, painted cabinetry, tile backsplash, new sink, updated lighting, under-cabinet outlets, new hardware, and custom mudroom paneling. Seller also completed repairs that included replacement of damaged framing members, drywall, and other components in areas where wood rot had been identified. Upstairs, the staircase has been updated with new flooring, tile risers, railings, and lighting. Secondary bedrooms feature updated flooring and finishes, while one bedroom was reconfigured with a new closet, built-in bookcases, and enclosed loft area. The primary suite includes updated flooring, refreshed finishes, and replacement of a plumbing pipe beneath the foundation. Both bathrooms have been updated with new flooring, lighting, hardware, and refreshed finishes. Additional highlights include a dedicated "cloffice" with new HVAC ductwork and ceiling fan, creating a flexible space for working from home. Extensive seller updates make this home truly move-in ready while preserving its original charm.
Property Features
Location Information
County
Travis
Subdivision
Forest Bend Twnhs
County
Travis
Directions
From MoPac (Loop 1), exit at Steck. Turn West onto Steck, then turn Left onto Forest Mesa Drive. Home is on the Left.
Area
1A
Interior Features
Interior
Wet Bar, Tray Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace Description
Gas Log, Living Room
Primary Bedroom On Main
Yes
Heating
Central
Full Baths
2
Floors
Carpet, Tile, Wood
1/2 Baths
1
Laundry
Laundry Closet, Main Level, In Unit, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Has Dining Room
Yes
Disabled Features
None
Has Fireplace
Yes
Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, VentedExhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator
Number of Fireplaces
1
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Style
Brick Veneer, HardiPlank Type
Parking Description
Attached, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Stories
2
Garage Spaces
2
Is New Construction
No
Fencing
Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
Construction/Exterior
Brick Veneer, HardiPlank Type
Lot Size in Acres
0.139
Exterior
Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Uncovered Courtyard
Waterfront Description
None
Foundation
Slab
Has Waterfront
No
Possession
Close Of Escrow, Immediately
Has View
Yes
Water / Sewer
Public Sewer
View
Garden, Neighborhood
Water
Public
School
Elementary School District
Austin ISD
Middle School
Murchison
Elementary School
Hill
High School
Anderson
Additional Information
Roof/Attic
Composition, Shingle
Status
Active
Other Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
HOA Fee
$85
Association Name
Forest Bend Townhome Association
HOA Frequency
Monthly
Property Type
CND
HOA Includes
Common Area Maintenance
Property SubType
Townhouse
Documents Available
None
Year Built
1981
Square Feet Source
Public Records
APN
02430112370000
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$2,889
per month
30 Year Fixed. 3.52% Interest Rate.
Principal + Interest
$2,230
Monthly Tax
$515
Monthly Insurance
$144
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