$3,600
/ Month
8609 Melshire Dr
Austin, TX 78757
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512-560-6492
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Bedrooms
4
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,834 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Wooded Lot
- Quartz Countertops
- Multiple Living Areas
- Covered Patio or Porch
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Eat-In Kitchen
8609 Melshire Dr
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About This Home
Available Now
Available for immediate move in. Charming brick home in the heart of Austin (183 & Mopac). Must see renovated kitchen w/ quartz countertops, & stainless steel appliances open to breakfast rm & family rm with fireplace. Formal living & dining too! Vinyl Plank floors in living areas and 2 bedrooms, carpet in 2 bedrooms. You'll love the beautifully renovated master bath. Big back yard! Requirements: 620 min credit score, gross monthly income at least 3x monthly rent, good rental history. No smoking allowed. All Knippa Properties residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $50.00/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score with timely rent payments, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application. MLS ID 1140284
8609 Melshire Dr is a house located in Travis County and the 78757 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Austin Independent School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family Detached Home
Year Built
Built in 1969
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
4 Main Level Bedrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Flooring
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Home Design
Brick Exterior Construction
Composition Roof
Slab Foundation
Home Security
Fire and Smoke Detector
Interior Spaces
Family Room with Fireplace
Multiple Living Areas
1-Story Property
Ceiling Fan
1,834 Sq Ft Home
Blinds
Kitchen
Quartz Countertops
Eat-In Kitchen
Breakfast Bar
Gas Cooktop
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Laundry
Laundry Room
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $3,600
12 Month Lease Term
$75 Application Fee
Assessor Parcel Number 02440515110000
Tenant pays for all utilities
The owner pays for taxes
Lot Details
8,712 Sq Ft Lot
Wooded Lot
East Facing Home
Wood Fence
Level Lot
Open Lot
Lot Dimensions are 70.00 x 121.00
Outdoor Features
Covered Patio or Porch
Parking
2 Car Attached Garage
Front Facing Garage
Garage Door Opener
Schools
Pillow Elementary School
Burnet Middle School
Anderson High School
Utilities
Central Heating and Cooling System
Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
Overview
No Home Owners Association
Property managed by Knippa Properties
Northwest Terrace Sec 3 Subdivision
Pet Policy
Dogs and Cats Allowed
Breed Restrictions
Limit on the number of pets
Pet Size Limit
Medium pets allowed
Pet Deposit $300
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Dogs
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Allowed
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Cats
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Allowed
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Contact
- Listed by Sky Knippa | Knippa Properties
- Phone Number
- Contact
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Source
Austin Board of REALTORS®
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Location
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If you follow the Mopac Expressway north from Austin until it intersects with Highway 183, you’ll find the North Shoal Creek neighborhood. The intersection of these major roadways form the neighborhood’s north boundary, providing easy commutes for residents. Those who prefer mass transit will find ample bus service, and those who want to ride their bike to work or walk can make use of the neighborhood’s plentiful sidewalks and bike lanes. Students will find the University of Texas at Austin just six miles south, and Downtown Austin is eight miles south.
North Shoal Creek is a popular option for renters. The neighborhood provides an urban atmosphere and a variety of restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Those with children also prefer North Shoal Creek for its top-rated school system. There’s one park in the neighborhood, Pillow School Park, but several others are located nearby. Residents shop at Village Shopping Center, which is also home to the Alamo Draftouse Cinema Village.
Learn more about living in North Shoal Creek
Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 8.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 13.1 mi |
8609 Melshire Dr is within 9 minutes or 3.7 miles from Austin C.C., Northridge Campus. It is also near University of Texas at Austin and Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
386 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
799 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,210 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
70 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
532 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Austin include Kramer Station, located 2.4 miles from 8609 Melshire Dr. 8609 Melshire Dr is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 19.4 miles or 30 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 15 min | 9.1 mi |
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Drive: | 39 min | 30.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Austin-Bergstrom International
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Drive: | 30 min | 19.4 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 8609 Melshire Dr.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
8609 Melshire Dr has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-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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Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi |
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The Stephen F. Austin Planetarium
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
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Balcones District Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
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Bull Creek Greenbelt
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Bright Leaf Preserve
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi |
8609 Melshire Dr has 5 parks within 4.8 miles, including Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park, The Stephen F. Austin Planetarium, and Bull Creek Greenbelt.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
8609 Melshire Dr has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital which is 2.4 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 86 min | 68.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 91 min | 74.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 116 min | 90.3 mi |
8609 Melshire Dr has 3 military bases within 90.3 miles, the nearest is Fort Hood which is 68.8 miles away and a 86 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
8609 Melshire Dr
Austin, TX 78757