$1,194,000 - $1,660,000
RENTED APR 25, 2025

13700 High Sierra Austin, TX 78737

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,428 Sq Ft
$407 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold July 30, 2021

Current estimated payment $9,330/month

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gated Parking
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dripping Springs Middle School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Mature Trees

About This Home

As of April 2025

Nestled on 5.21 private acres, this Hill Country retreat is more than a home—it’s an experience. Imagine waking up to golden sunlight streaming through your windows, stepping outside to a 1-acre permaculture garden designed by Food Forest Abundance and installed by Thriving Roots Design. Here, 40 fruit and nut trees flourish, wildflowers burst into color every spring, and the air hums with bees and butterflies.
Your outdoor paradise awaits:
? Modern pool with a shallow beach area, perfect for sunbathing and relaxing
? Hot tub under the stars for the ultimate unwind
? Stone raised-bed vegetable garden to grow your own produce
? Gated permaculture orchard, designed for beauty and sustainability
? Unforgettable sunrises—truly some of the best you'll ever witness
Step inside, and the home feels like a curated masterpiece. White oak wood floors, custom light fixtures, and architectural arched doorways create a warm yet refined atmosphere. Every detail, from the organic textures to the perfectly balanced mix of old and new, has been chosen with care. It’s effortlessly stylish, layered with character, and inviting in a way that feels both timeless and modern.
Beyond aesthetics, this home is designed for wellness and efficiency. Bedrooms are EMF-shielded and grounded by Dr. Carlos Ritter, creating a sleep sanctuary unlike any other. Energy-efficient upgrades include air-sealed ceilings, top plates, and attic hatches, R-38 cellulose insulation, custom UV shades, and new quiet Panasonic bathroom fans in all four bathrooms. Even the fireplace has an insulated plug to reduce energy loss.
Tucked off the road for ultimate privacy, you won’t hear or see your neighbors—just nature at its finest. This is luxury meets sustainability, where modern living blends seamlessly with the land. Are you ready to call this sanctuary home?

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Anna Untersee

Compass RE Texas, LLC Brokerage Phone: 5124845360 License #0545647 Listed on: 04/04/2025

Compass RE Texas, LLC

Last Renter's Agent

Bridget Ramey

Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #0547097

Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,982

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 5.02 Acre Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Cross Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Native Plants
  • Private Lot
  • Orchard
  • Mature Trees
  • Many Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Multiple Garage Doors
  • Circular Driveway
  • Gated Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Hills
  • Pool

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 3,428 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Double Vanity
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Pool Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Dripping Springs Elementary School
  • Dripping Springs Middle School
  • Dripping Springs High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Big Country Annex Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $7,000
  • Tenant pays for all utilities
  • The owner pays for grounds care
  • Negotiable Lease Term
  • $85 Application Fee
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1104700003000014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,982

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Owner Pays: Grounds Care
  • Tenant Pays: All Utilities
  • Pets Allowed: Negotiable
  • Available Date: 2025-04-04
  • App Deposit Payable To: Owner
  • App Fee Payable To: Go For Rent
  • Application Fee: 85
  • Application Policy: Best Qualified Application
  • Application Required: TAR App
  • First Month Rent Payable To: Owner
  • Max Numof Pets: 4
  • Monthly Pet Rent: 0
  • Pet Deposit: 250
  • Max Lease Months: 12
  • App Delivery To: Go For Rent website

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From Fitzhugh and Trail Driver-Right on Paisano-Right on Paisano Pass-Right on High Sierra
  • Disclosures: None
  • Fencing: Cross Fenced, Gate
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Lease Term: Negotiable
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 3428
  • Attribution Contact: 5124845360
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: No
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Smoking Inside YN: 0
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • View: Hill Country, Pool, Trees/Woods
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Spa Features: In Ground
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Laundry Location: Common Area,Laundry Room
  • Appliances Maintained: Cook Top,Dishwasher,Water Heater

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Roof: Metal
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Pool Cover
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Garage Faces Front, Gated
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Propane
  • Heating: Central
  • Water Source: Well
  • Cooling: Central Air

Association/Amenities

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Managed By: Owner

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dripping Springs
  • High School: Dripping Springs
  • Middle/Junior School: Dripping Springs Middle
  • Junior High Dist: Dripping Springs ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Orchard(s), Private, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Many Trees, Views
  • Parcel Number: 1104700003000014
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.021
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 218714.76
  • Subdivision Name: Big Country Annex

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Stone
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 4113

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2021
Closed on
Jul 30, 2021
Sold by
Kenton Sara H and Kenton James A
Bought by
Loftus Melanie
Seller's Agent
Betsy Smith
Christie's Int'l Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Barrett Raven
eXp Realty, LLC
List Price
$1,800,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,393,719

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.71%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,000,690
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$393,029

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2021
Closed on
Jul 20, 2021
Sold by
Kenton Sara H and Kenton James A
Bought by
Loftus Melanie
Seller's Agent
Betsy Smith
Christie's Int'l Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Barrett Raven
eXp Realty, LLC
List Price
$1,800,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,000,690
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$393,029

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 30, 2016
Closed on
Dec 30, 2016
Sold by
Welsh Timothy R and Welsh Karen A
Bought by
Kenton Sara H and Kenton James A
Seller's Agent
Jenny Phillips
eXp Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Gremillion
Homestead & Ranch Real Estate
List Price
$589,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.83%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2013
Sold by
Brown Elbert Eugene and Brown Lucille
Bought by
Welsh Timothy R and Welsh Karen A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,785
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2003
Sold by
Brown Elbert Eugene and Brown Lucille
Bought by
Welsh Timothy R and Welsh Karen A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Loftus Melanie -- Independence Title
Loftus Melanie -- Itc
Kenton Sara H -- Corridor Title
Welsh Timothy R -- Independence Title
Welsh Timothy R -- Alamo Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Loftus Melanie $1,100,000
Closed Loftus Melanie $1,100,000
Previous Owner Kenton Sara H $417,000
Previous Owner Welsh Timothy R $160,785
Previous Owner Welsh Timothy R $132,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Rented $7,000 0.0% --
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Rent $7,000 0.0% --
07/30/2021 07/30/21 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
07/03/2021 07/03/21 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2021 06/25/21 Price Changed $1,600,000 -5.9% $467 / Sq Ft
06/21/2021 06/21/21 Price Changed $1,700,000 -5.6% $496 / Sq Ft
06/13/2021 06/13/21 For Sale $1,800,000 +205.6% $525 / Sq Ft
12/31/2016 12/31/16 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
12/30/2016 12/30/16 Pending -- -- --
12/30/2016 12/30/16 For Sale $589,000 -- $172 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $23,982 $1,550,000 $1,035,280 $514,720
2024 $23,982 $1,607,633 $1,035,280 $572,353
2023 $24,833 $1,644,577 $1,035,280 $737,297
2022 $25,500 $1,495,070 $709,470 $785,600
2021 $15,287 $817,113 $202,140 $746,280
2020 $14,563 $742,830 $115,520 $627,310
2019 $12,922 $626,630 $18,060 $608,570
2018 $12,541 $604,760 $18,060 $586,700
2017 $11,706 $560,250 $18,060 $542,190
2016 $7,459 $356,980 $17,830 $339,150
2015 $6,492 $354,445 $17,830 $341,670
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 3937065

Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

APN: R21218