Austin, TX 78737 (Hays County)
About this property
The Compound in Sunset Canyon A rare opportunity to own a private 5-acre compound in Sunset Canyon featuring two fully independent homes, two pools, and endless flexibilitydesigned for the way people want to live, invest, and gather today. Tucked behind separate gated entrances and divided for privacy, this unique property offers the ability to live in one residence while leasing the other, operate both as short- or mid-term rentals, or create a true multi-generational retreat where everyone has their own space while still being connected. The main residence is a gated, ranch-style two-story home with five bedrooms and 3.5 baths, filled with natural light and thoughtfully updated throughout. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a center island, and breakfast nook, while the primary suite offers a spa-like bath with soaking tub and dual vanity. Outdoors, enjoy a private pool, fire pit, outdoor shower, and even a full volleyball courtcreating a resort-style experience right at home. The second residence lives like a completely separate property, with its own gated entrance, three bedrooms, two baths, full kitchen, living area, private pool, and fire pit. Ideal for guests, extended family, or income-producing use, this home offers true independence and flexibility. With both homes updated and move-in ready, the possibilities are wide openowner-occupy with income, dual rental streams, or a private compound for extended living and entertaining. Set on five usable acres with a low 1.51 tax rate, this is more than a propertyits a lifestyle opportunity rarely found in Austin.
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13624 Trautwein Rd is located in Austin, Texas, in Hays County. Hays County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, driven by the explosive growth of San Marcos and Kyle-Buda corridor connecting Austin and San Antonio. The county blends Hill Country character in its western reaches, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Driftwood, with rapidly urbanizing communities along the I-35 corridor.
The Blanco River and Barton Creek headwaters flow through Hays County, carving spring-fed swimming holes beloved by generations of Texans. Jacob's Well, a natural cylindrical karstic spring, and the swimming holes of Blue Hole Regional Park draw visitors year-round. The Edwards Plateau escarpment creates dramatic topographic relief in the western half of the county.
Austin had an estimated population of 967,862 as of 2023. The 78737 zip code has a median household income of $164,066, a median home value of $689,200, and a median age of 39. The average household size is 3.07 people.
Texas State University anchors San Marcos, supporting a significant education and healthcare sector. The I-35 corridor has attracted major distribution centers and manufacturing. The western Hill Country communities of Wimberley and Dripping Springs have become destination wine, dining, and retreat markets commanding premium real estate prices.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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