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2400 Whirlaway Dr, Del Valle, TX, 78617

2beds
1baths
934sqft
$299,000
$320price/sqft
$2,188/moest. monthly cost
$87,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to a most exceptional opportunity just twenty minutes from Austin! A unique and rare property tucked beneath a canopy of mature trees. This one-of-a-kind homestead on 2.25 acres is a dream for the free-spirited buyer with a vision. Developed over years with a permaculture and self-sufficiency philosophy, this creative wonderland features a historic main house, a large yurt, multiple outbuildings, animal infrastructure, established fruit and nut trees, and productive garden space, with all structures, improvements, and equipment conveying with the property! Built circa 1940 and moved to the site in 2017, the main home features two bedrooms, one bath, soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, hardwood floors, mini-split HVACs, a peaceful primary bedroom with three-sided garden views, and a standout kitchen boasting an oversized farmhouse sink, concrete countertops, and a wall of picture windows framing the lush tree canopy. Beyond the home, the large separate yurt offers the perfect setup for a guest space, studio, or rental income, alongside a charming workshop/prep kitchen and a vintage tool shed. Some of the trees on the property include pomegranate, pear, peach, apple, mulberry, jujube, loquat, and trifolate orange. Property is being sold as-is with solid bones and fully disclosed deferred maintenance. This property offers extraordinary value for the right buyer ready to bring some elbow grease and their own unique vision for a private paradise. All while enjoying convenient access to Austin, Bastrop, ABIA, and numerous local parks and trails. See Listing Agent for more details. Buyer to independently verify all information including, but not limited to, lot size, restrictions, taxes, schools, floodplain information, etc.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
38
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

2/10
Dailey Middle SchoolGrades 6-84.6 mi
2/10
Del Valle High SchoolGrades 9-126.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Range,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer,Tankless Water Heater

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,High Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Gas Dryer Hookup,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,No Interior Steps,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom on Main,Recessed Lighting,Washer Hookup
  • Window features: See Remarks
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace features: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: See Remarks
  • Cooling features: Other

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 934 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 03127501080000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: None
  • Exterior features: See Remarks,Exterior Steps,Garden,Private Yard
  • Spa features: None
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.25 Acres
  • Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden,Private,Many Trees

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway,Gated,Off Street,Unpaved

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Tornado
Hail
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

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 $1,511$18,132
Home Insurance *$153$1,836
Property Taxes $286$3,432
Electricity $238$2,859
Total$2,188$26,256
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$75,017/yr
40% on housing$65,640/yr
45% on housing$58,346/yr

Texas FAIR Plan Programs

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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

$320This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 78617$389
Travis County$334

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 78617$172
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
2026-07-23Price change$299,000
2026-06-20Listed for sale$325,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKaty Hall
BrokerageCompass RE Texas, LLC

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