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5801 Charles Merle Dr Unit A, Austin, TX, 78747

3beds
3baths
1,840sqft
$380,000
$207price/sqft
$2,758/moest. monthly cost
$110,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

Modern Austin Townhome in Award-Winning Goodnight Ranch! Check out this modern two-story townhouse of open living space. This home sits on the corner lot and is a 2-minute walk from the community pond. Previously a rental — leased at $2,250/month — making it an equally strong fit for homeowners and investors looking for immediate cash flow potential. *Please note that the home is now vacant and the pictures were taken when it was occupied by the last tenant.* The main living area has high ceilings and wood-tile flooring. The kitchen is complete with granite countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet storage. All appliances — including the refrigerator, washer, and dryer — convey with the property, making this a true move-in-ready (or rent-ready) opportunity. Thoughtful upgrades set this home apart: a sound barrier between adjoining units for added privacy, and generator-ready wiring already in place for peace of mind. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a private balcony, two spacious closets, and an ensuite bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. The fenced backyard offers a low-maintenance outdoor escape, and the detached two-car garage delivers extra storage with convenient access just steps from the back door. Location is a major highlight—situated near some of Austin ISD’s top-rated schools, Onion Creek Park (one of the city’s largest metro parks), and just 8 miles from downtown Austin. McKinney Falls State Park is also nearby, offering hiking, biking, and camping. Award-Winning Community! Goodnight Ranch spans 700+ acres with parks, trails, pools, ponds, and green space throughout — recognized by the Austin Business Journal and Austin Stays Weird as one of Austin's top master-planned communities. Whether you're searching for your next home or your next income property, this one checks every box.

Getting Around

13
WalkingCar-Dependent
32
TransitSome Transit
30
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
Blazier Elementary SchoolGrades PK-60.2 mi
2/10
Paredes Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.4 mi
4/10
Akins High SchoolGrades 9-122.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 2018

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Composition

Other

  • Builder name: Homes by Avi

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,Exhaust Fan,Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Free-Standing Gas Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer/Dryer,Electric Water Heater

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings,Granite Counters,Stone Counters,Double Vanity,High Speed Internet,Interior Steps,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window features: Blinds
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile
  • Fireplace features: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 905919
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Balcony,Gutters Partial,Lighting,Private Entrance,Private Yard
  • Spa features: None
  • Fencing: Fenced, Privacy, Wood
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Neighborhood
  • Waterfront features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,255 sqft
  • Features: Alley Access,Corner Lot,Interior Lot,Near Public Transit,Sprinkler - Automatic,Sprinkler - Back Yard,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinkler - Side Yard,Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft)

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Covered,Detached,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Rear
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tornado
Hail
Heat Wave
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

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Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,921$23,052
Home Insurance *$185$2,220
Property Taxes $414$4,968
Electricity $238$2,859
Total$2,758$33,096
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$94,560/yr
40% on housing$82,740/yr
45% on housing$73,546/yr

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Current Policies
Residential: 126,680Commercial: -4
Total Premiums$237.28M
Total Exposure$32.93B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.4%
6.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.1%
0.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$207This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 78747$171
Travis County$334

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 78747$190
Travis County$233

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-27Listed for sale$380,000
2024-12-18Listing removed$2,250
2024-10-21Price change$2,250
2024-10-09Listed for rent$2,400
2021-03-01Listing removed--
2020-05-23Listing removed$2,100
2020-04-22Listed for rent$2,100

For Sale by Agent

AgentOlivo Castillo
BrokerageRealAgent

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