Landlord's Agent in 2025
Ellen Steele
Steele Portfolio
(512) 409-0553
5 in this area
63 Total Sales
118 the Hills Dr the Hills, TX 78738
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,747
Sq Ft
$292
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Airport or Runway
- Golf Course Community
- Gated with Attendant
- Lakeway Elementary School Rated A-
- Fitness Center
- Heated In Ground Pool
About This Home
As of February 2025Welcome to 118 The Hills Drive, a stunning newly updated home nestled in the prestigious guard-gated community of The Hills. The home features three bedrooms, an office, and an upstairs bonus area. The sparkling private pool in the backyard will bring joy to everyone on a hot day. This exquisite residence boasts an inviting updated stairway railing and new picture windows in the kitchen, dining, living room, and upstairs landing, ensuring every room is bathed in natural light. With new porcelain floor tiles downstairs and refreshed flooring upstairs, the home exudes elegance at every turn. The gourmet kitchen features new countertops, an induction range, and an updated island exterior, making it a culinary enthusiast's dream. The cozy fireplace in the living area is perfect for relaxing evenings. The primary bedroom suite is conveniently located downstairs, providing a private retreat. A separate office is the perfect spot to work from home. Dining options are plentiful with both a formal dining area and a spacious eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, you will find two additional bedrooms, a versatile bonus room, and a full bath. The garage, located at the back and accessible by an alley, adds to the home's convenience. A circular drive in the front ensures plenty of convenient parking where you need it. Discover unmatched luxury and comfort in this exceptional home. The Hills is a guard-gated community with country club golf course, amenities, and neighborhood activities. The lease includes pool maintenance, lawn maintenance, and a social membership to The Hills neighborhood pool, three exclusive restaurants, and community events.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Steele Portfolio Brokerage Phone: (512) 409-0553 License #0674676 Listed on: 07/19/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,895
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 7,362 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65 x 113
- West Facing Home
- Privacy Fence
- Fenced
- Sprinkler System
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Stone Veneer
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,747 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wired For Sound
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Multiple Living Areas
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Oven
- Down Draft Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Home Security
- Prewired Security
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- In Ground Spa
- Saltwater Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Waterfall on Lot
Location
- Property is near a golf course
Schools
- Lakeway Elementary School
- Hudson Bend Middle School
- Lake Travis High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Propane
- Municipal Utilities District for Water and Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,750
- Tenant pays for electricity, sewer, trash collection, water
- The owner pays for grounds care, pool maintenance
- 12 Month Lease Term
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 01317607170000
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Hills Lakeway Ph 08 A Subdivision
- Property managed by Steele Portfolio Real Estate
Amenities
- Airport or Runway
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
Security
- Gated with Attendant
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 14, 2020
Closed on
Jun 24, 2020
Sold by
Gembler Kyle and Gembler Jennifer
Bought by
Parker Francesca and Lemons Brian
Seller's Agent
Krystle Copulos
Compass RE Texas, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jo Vincent
Sprout Realty
List Price
$589,900
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.41%
Original Mortgage
$489,600
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 23, 2019
Closed on
Feb 13, 2019
Sold by
Mcdermott Peterson Erin Gayle and Peterson Gary Ray
Bought by
Gembler Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Julie Lavender
All City Real Estate Ltd. Co
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Farnet
Compass RE Texas, LLC
List Price
$539,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.16%
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 9, 2014
Closed on
Dec 26, 2014
Sold by
Sirva Relocation Credit Llc
Bought by
Mcdermott Peterson Erin Gayle and Peterson Gary Ray
Seller's Agent
Diane Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Julie Lavender
All City Real Estate Ltd. Co
List Price
$469,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 6, 2014
Sold by
Begg Julie G and Begg Ian
Bought by
Sirva Relocation Credit Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 4, 2012
Closed on
Nov 30, 2012
Sold by
Wilson Shauna Lynn
Bought by
Begg Julie G and Begg Ian
Seller's Agent
Mary Hickey
Keller Williams - Lake Travis
Buyer's Agent
Diane Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$425,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.14%
Original Mortgage
$339,480
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2010
Sold by
Burk Carol P
Bought by
Faust Shauna Lynn Wilson
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
4.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 28, 2007
Sold by
Halder Robert and Halder Nicole M
Bought by
Burk Carol P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 2003
Sold by
Mitchell Jeffrey M and Mitchell Janette R
Bought by
Halder Robert and Halder Nicole M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2001
Sold by
The Morgan William Co Llc
Bought by
Mitchell Jeffrey M and Mitchell Janette R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$263,990
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Francesca | -- | Capital Title | |
| Gembler Jennifer | -- | None Available | |
| Mcdermott Peterson Erin Gayle | -- | Gracy Title | |
| Sirva Relocation Credit Llc | -- | Gracy Title | |
| Begg Julie G | -- | None Available | |
| Faust Shauna Lynn Wilson | -- | None Available | |
| Burk Carol P | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Halder Robert | -- | -- | |
| Mitchell Jeffrey M | -- | Stewart Title Austin Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Parker Francesca | $485,350 | |
| Closed | Parker Francesca | $489,600 | |
| Closed | Parker Francesca | $91,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Gembler Jennifer | $424,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdermott Peterson Erin Gayle | $348,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sirva Relocation Credit Llc | $348,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Begg Julie G | $339,480 | |
| Previous Owner | Faust Shauna Lynn Wilson | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Burk Carol P | $305,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Burk Carol P | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Halder Robert | $256,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mitchell Jeffrey M | $263,990 | |
| Closed | Halder Robert | $48,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | Rented | $4,550 | -4.2% | -- |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | Price Changed | $4,750 | -5.0% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2024 07/19/24 | For Rent | $5,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/24/2020 06/24/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/31/2020 05/31/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2020 05/28/20 | For Sale | $589,900 | 0.0% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2020 05/15/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/14/2020 05/14/20 | For Sale | $589,900 | +9.4% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2019 02/13/19 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/25/2019 01/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/23/2019 01/23/19 | For Sale | $539,000 | +22.5% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 01/14/2015 01/14/15 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/18/2014 12/18/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/04/2014 12/04/14 | Price Changed | $439,900 | -2.2% | $162 / Sq Ft |
| 11/11/2014 11/11/14 | Price Changed | $449,900 | -2.2% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 10/22/2014 10/22/14 | Price Changed | $459,900 | -2.1% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2014 10/09/14 | For Sale | $469,900 | +10.6% | $173 / Sq Ft |
| 12/03/2012 12/03/12 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2012 10/10/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/04/2012 10/04/12 | For Sale | $425,000 | -- | $157 / Sq Ft |
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,895 | $750,000 | $322,123 | $427,877 |
| 2023 | $10,018 | $721,174 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $13,679 | $655,613 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $13,121 | $596,012 | $90,000 | $506,012 |
| 2020 | $14,205 | $573,502 | $90,000 | $483,502 |
| 2019 | $13,230 | $555,500 | $90,000 | $483,502 |
| 2018 | $11,938 | $505,000 | $90,000 | $415,000 |
| 2017 | $11,503 | $478,500 | $72,000 | $449,837 |
| 2016 | $10,457 | $435,000 | $72,000 | $363,000 |
| 2015 | $8,702 | $435,000 | $72,000 | $363,000 |
| 2014 | $8,702 | $443,707 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ellen Steele
-
Elhahm Spikes
E
Tenant's Agent in 2025
Elhahm Spikes
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(512) 669-2626
6 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Krystle Copulos
Seller's Agent in 2020
Krystle Copulos
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(512) 659-9329
66 Total Sales
-
Natalie Kalthoff
N
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Natalie Kalthoff
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(972) 801-7606
1 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
Jo Vincent
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Jo Vincent
Sprout Realty
(512) 636-8625
1 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Julie Lavender
Seller's Agent in 2019
Julie Lavender
All City Real Estate Ltd. Co
(512) 903-5635
5 in this area
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 8613334
APN: 127667
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