NOT LISTED FOR SALE

147 Nicholas Ln Driftwood, TX 78619

Estimated Value: $1,109,000 - $1,239,665

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,439 Sq Ft
$345/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 24, 2025

Current estimated payment $7,772 / mo

154 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Arena
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community
  • Dripping Springs Middle School Rated A
  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • 2.1 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of March 2025

Stake your claim in Texas! Enjoy your own luxury estate located in the private La Ventana gated community in Driftwood. This stunning one-story home is situated on a two plus acre lot with mature oaks and nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac accessed by a circular front drive and a side facing, three car garage. Inside you will enjoy the open and spacious floor plan with natural light, beautiful hardwood floors and high ceilings which create an inviting ambiance throughout the home. Chefs will enjoy preparing spectacular meals with the kitchen's Wolf cooktop inside or the built in Delta grill on the patio. The luxurious primary suite and bath provide the perfect space to relax. Two spacious bedrooms share a jack and jill bath, while the fourth bedroom has a private bath. The flex space can be used as a listening room, family room, playroom or given proximity to the fourth bedroom an in-law suite. You can relax or entertain family and friends in the gorgeous outdoor oasis with a recently resurfaced inground pool & spa and covered back porch. Enjoy this outdoor space in complete privacy. Many, many more upgrades and enhancements! This home feeds into the acclaimed Dripping Springs school system. La Ventana is a gated community which boasts the exclusive Ranchers Club equipped with a commercial kitchen, gym/weight room and a sauna and community pool. Sporting activities include volleyball, tennis or pickleball, driving range and putting green. Terrific playground, picnic areas, BBQ pavilion, and day horse corrals. So private yet just 26 miles from downtown Austin, 31 miles to the airport, ten miles from Dripping Springs and only twelve miles from Wimberley. Turn your dreams into a reality and jump on this opportunity in the Texas hill country!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pamela Cirkiel

M.E. 'Gene' Johnson REALTY Brokerage Phone: (512) 244-6655 License #0322140 Listed on: 09/21/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Elicia Michaud

eXp Realty, LLC License #0566438

eXp Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,477

Year Built

  • Built in 2012

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 223 x 414
  • East Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Native Plants
  • Level Lot
  • Partial Sprinkler System
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $110 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Multiple Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,439 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Sound System
  • Built-In Features
  • Woodwork
  • Crown Molding
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Chandelier
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Hills

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer Hookup

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Pool Sweep

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Pergola
  • Outdoor Gas Grill
  • Playground
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Underground Utilities
  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Covered Arena

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1146940000DS1504

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • La Ventana Roa Association
  • La Ventana West Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,477

Year Built

Built in 2012

Lot Details

2.1 Acres

HOA Fees

$110 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: Mopac south to TX 45 W. Take left on 1826 to left on FM 150. Turn right on Elder Hill Rd. 2 miles down then tur left into La Ventana and go through gate. Right on Cactus Flower then left Nicholas Lane.
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure, Seller Provided Survey Available
  • Fencing: Partial, Wrought Iron
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 3439
  • Other Structures: Covered Arena, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 244-6655
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: Yes
  • Estimated Taxes: 12477.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Current Price Lot Size Squ: 12.57
  • Current Price By Living Ar: 334.40
  • "Current Price By Original ": 0.91
  • List Price Lot Size Square: 13.11
  • List Price By Living Area: 348.65
  • List Price By Original Lis: 0.95
  • Restrictions: Deed Restrictions
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, No Interior Steps, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • View: Hill Country, Pool
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Wood Burning
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Gas Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Property Condition: Resale, Good
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Window Coverings
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room,Main Level

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden, Gas Grill, Gutters Full, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Playground
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Sweep, Pool/Spa Combo
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Other, Propane, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Fireplace(s), Wood
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee: 110

Association/Amenities

  • Association Name: La Ventana ROA
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Clubhouse, Gated, Playground, Pool

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Level, Native Plants, Public Maintained Road, Sprinkler - Automatic, Sprinkler - Partial, Many Trees, Views
  • Lot Size: 223 x 414
  • Parcel Number: 1146940000DS1504
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 91476
  • Subdivision Name: La Ventana West

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Masonry – All Sides, Stone, Stucco
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12477
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 4336
  • Tax Rate: 1.66000000000000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 21, 2024
Closed on
Mar 24, 2025
Sold by
Evans Peter J and Chmiola Adrianne M
Bought by
Mccollum Michael and Mccollum Lori
Seller's Agent
Pamela Cirkiel
M.E. 'Gene' Johnson REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Elicia Michaud
eXp Realty, LLC
List Price
$1,265,000
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$1,186,166

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.94%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$497,451
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$688,715

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 20, 2018
Closed on
Oct 9, 2018
Sold by
Tracy Christopher Chae and Tracy Monya
Bought by
Evans Peter J and Chmiola Adrianne M
Seller's Agent
Josh Friedman
Friedman Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Cirkiel
M.E. 'Gene' Johnson REALTY
List Price
$737,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.13%
Original Mortgage
$589,600
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2012
Closed on
Jun 29, 2012
Sold by
Broadview Custom Homes Inc
Bought by
Tracy Christopher Chae and Tracy Monya
Seller's Agent
Janet Bonney
Janet Lee Bonney
Buyer's Agent
Reinae Kessler
Austin Home Girls Realty
List Price
$478,485

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.83%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2011
Sold by
Stahler Kevin and Stahler Pearl
Bought by
Broadview Custom Homes Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$301,500
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2006
Sold by
Driftwood Development Lp
Bought by
Tracy Christopher Chae and Tracy Monya
Source: Public Records
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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
Mccollum Michael -- Texas National Title
Evans Peter J -- Independence Title Co
Tracy Christopher Chae -- None Available
Broadview Custom Homes Inc -- Gracy Title Company
Tracy Christopher Chae -- --
Stahler Kevin -- Gracy Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mccollum Michael $500,000
Previous Owner Evans Peter J $589,600
Previous Owner Tracy Christopher Chae $417,000
Previous Owner Broadview Custom Homes Inc $301,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Sold -- -- --
02/07/2025 02/07/25 Price Changed $1,199,000 -5.2% $349 / Sq Ft
09/21/2024 09/21/24 For Sale $1,265,000 +71.6% $368 / Sq Ft
10/09/2018 10/09/18 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
09/07/2018 09/07/18 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2018 07/20/18 For Sale $737,000 +54.0% $214 / Sq Ft
06/30/2012 06/30/12 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
05/09/2012 05/09/12 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2012 02/26/12 For Sale $478,485 -- $137 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

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 $16,476 $1,209,770 $316,480 $893,290
2024 $176 $1,126,678 $365,160 $952,490
2023 $15,466 $1,024,253 $373,280 $975,510
2022 $15,335 $931,139 $360,950 $730,300
2021 $15,837 $846,490 $188,000 $658,490
2019 $14,913 $723,160 $104,500 $618,660
2018 $11,784 $568,260 $85,500 $482,760
2017 $11,607 $555,470 $85,500 $469,970
2016 $11,548 $552,650 $85,500 $467,150
2015 $10,770 $537,080 $85,500 $451,580
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 3389528

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APN: R101109

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