5612 Bonnell Vista St, Austin, TX, 78731
About This Home
The Grotto represents one of Mount Bonnell’s most compelling lifestyle opportunities. A rare single story retreat designed for privacy, wellness, and effortless indoor outdoor living. Spanning 3,006 square feet on a quiet cul de sac, this home delivers volume and warmth the moment you enter. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a stone fireplace anchor the living spaces, while the chef’s kitchen with dual ovens, two dishwashers, prep sink, walk in pantry, and oversized island is built for entertaining without sacrificing everyday comfort. Multiple living areas and a dedicated office offer flexibility for work, hosting, or quiet retreat. The primary suite functions as a private wellness escape, opening directly to the backyard and featuring a spa bath and rare in home sauna. Secondary bedrooms sit on the opposite wing, creating thoughtful separation ideal for guests or family. Outdoors is where The Grotto becomes unforgettable. A heated pool with cascading waterfall and hidden grotto sets the tone, surrounded by lush landscaping, a screened porch, outdoor fireplace, secluded gazebo, and shaded pavilion designed for meditation or relaxation. A dedicated pool bath with laundry adds convenience for entertaining, while an 8 foot cast stone privacy wall creates a backyard sanctuary rarely found this close to the city. Backing to the 200 acre Bright Leaf Preserve and located minutes from downtown Austin, the Arboretum, and the Domain, this home offers the rare ability to feel completely tucked away while remaining centrally connected. For those seeking a single story Mount Bonnell home with character, privacy, and true lifestyle appeal, The Grotto delivers a living experience that stands apart.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 2003
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Bar Fridge,Built-In Gas Oven,Built-In Gas Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer,Wine Cooler
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Bookcases,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,No Interior Steps,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Primary Bedroom on Main,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: None
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,006 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 01330710660000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden,Lighting,Private Yard
- Fencing: Full, Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Back Yard,Private,Many Trees
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- 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
- Hail
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,028 | $84,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $414 | $4,968 |
| Property Taxes | $2,338 | $28,056 |
| Electricity | $330 | $3,960 |
| Total | $10,110 | $121,320 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-30 | Price change | $1,390,000 |
| 2025-10-10 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000 |
| 2021-11-16 | Sold | -- |
| 2021-10-31 | Contingent | $1,260,000 |
| 2021-09-24 | Listed for sale | $1,260,000 |
| 2017-03-15 | Sold | -- |
| 2013-06-19 | Listing removed | $694,000 |
| 2013-05-19 | Price change | $694,000 |
| 2013-04-13 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2010-10-22 | Sold | -- |
| 2010-09-21 | Pending sale | $699,000 |
| 2010-08-17 | Price change | $699,000 |
| 2010-08-04 | Price change | $725,000 |
| 2010-07-11 | Listed for sale | $739,900 |
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