$3,995 / Month
4520 Balcones Dr
Austin, TX 78731
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br | 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba | 2,341 SF |
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About This Property
This is the one you've been waiting for! RARE opportunity to rent on treasured, 'top of the hill' Balcones Drive! Tons of natural light pours through this 3 bedroom, single story, classic Austin home. .4 acres, this property sits on a mature treed lot. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and sleek countertops. Enjoy low maintenance hardwood flooring and unique architectural nooks and crannies throughout. Head to the backyard for a tranquil, covered garden gazebo that is perfect for entertaining. Zoned to Highland Park Elementary, Lamar MS and McCallum HS. Just 2 minutes away from Northwest Hills, Mt Bonnell, Mopac Expy, and tons of local neighborhood eateries, cafes and more! All of the leases must end on the last day of April/May/June.
4520 Balcones Dr is a house located in Travis County and the 78731 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Austin Independent attendance zone.
House Features
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
Location
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Known for its beautiful landscaping and quiet streets, Northwest Hills (also known as Far West) ranks as a must-see for anyone looking to settle down and raise a family in the suburbs. While residents of all ages enjoy the community atmosphere and modern apartments, the area provides access to a plethora of family-friendly amenities such as schools and parks.
Doss School Park is adjacent to the elementary school with the same name – and Murchison Middle School is just a short walk to both. The beauty of Northwest Hills in unmatched, thanks to the Colorado River and Bright Leaf Preserve.
Locals look forward to afternoons at the Shalom Austin community center, viewing paintings at the Art Galleries studio, and having a nice meal at Saffron.
Learn more about living in Northwest HillsBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Studio Studio | 450-500 Sq Ft | $980 | $1,160 | $1,250 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 671 Sq Ft | $800 | $1,239 | $3,760 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 981-983 Sq Ft | $829 | $1,699 | $4,390 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1685 Sq Ft | $1,595 | $3,448 | $9,750 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1990 Sq Ft | $2,195 | $3,798 | $4,950 |
Amenities
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 8.6 mi |
4520 Balcones Dr is within 11 minutes or 5.7 miles from University of Texas at Austin. It is also near Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus and Austin C.C., Eastview Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
638 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,182 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,824 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 1-12
207 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
347 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-4
149 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Austin include Highland Station, located 4.1 miles from 4520 Balcones Dr. 4520 Balcones Dr is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 15.9 miles or 30 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.5 mi |
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Drive: | 42 min | 34.1 mi |
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Drive: | 46 min | 37.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Austin-Bergstrom International
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Drive: | 30 min | 15.9 mi |
Time and distance from 4520 Balcones Dr.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
4520 Balcones Dr has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 17-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Mayfield Park and Preserve
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Bright Leaf Preserve
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.1 mi |
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Shoal Creek Greenbelt Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Red Bud Isle
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.9 mi |
4520 Balcones Dr has 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Mayfield Park and Preserve, Bright Leaf Preserve, and Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
4520 Balcones Dr has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Seton Shoal Creek Hospital which is 2.7 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 89 min | 71.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 89 min | 72.1 mi |
4520 Balcones Dr is 71.7 miles from Fort Cavazos, and is convenient to other military bases, including Randolph Air Force Base.
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4520 Balcones Dr
Austin, TX 78731