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905 Emerald Wood Drive

Austin, TX 78745
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Bed 3

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Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,012

Sqft

Acres0.22

Acre(Lot)

905 Emerald Wood Drive is an updated mid-century ranch in the Emerald Forest neighborhood, set under mature trees on an expansive corner lot. The Austin-stone façade, exposed rafter beams, and turquoise front door give the home a character that feels original. A drought-tolerant yard with native grasses and flagstone steps keeps curb appeal low-maintenance year-round. Inside, the layout is simple and bright. White walls, light wood-look laminate floors, and a large picture window open the living room, which flows back to the dining area and a wall of glass onto the patio. The kitchen has been updated with maple shaker cabinetry, white quartz counters, a sage subway-tile backsplash, stainless appliances, and a gas range. A peninsula with seating for three connects the cook to the dini ng room and the yard beyond. Three bedrooms sit down the hall, and the primary has a private half bath — a real convenience in a home of this era. Ceiling fans throughout, recessed kitchen lighting, and a one-car attached garage round out the interior. The backyard is where this home separates itself. A covered patio runs nearly the full width of the house, finished in a stained tongue-and-groove wood ceiling with recessed lighting and dual fans. It's a true outdoor room — shaded, wired, and ready for dinner parties or a slow Sunday morning. Beyond it, a large, level, fully fenced yard with horizontal-slat cedar fencing and mature trees offers room for a garden, a pool, a studio, or simply space. Emerald Forest is a quiet, established neighborhood known for wide streets, heritage oaks, and neighbors out walking and cycling. Radio Coffee & Beer, Leroy and Lewis Barbecue, and The Little Darlin' are all close by, with Joslin Park and Garrison Park a short walk or bike ride away. Sunset Valley and South Lamar shopping are minutes out, and downtown is roughly 5 miles up South First. Homes with this much outdoor living space, updated and move-in ready, are rare in 78745.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $419,500

AD Id : 90078429

MLS Id : 5216875

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.22 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,012

Year Built : 1971

Garage : 1

County : Travis

Subdivision: Emerald Forest Sec 03

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

    Roofing Information

    Composition

    Flooring Information

    CarpetFree, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior Features

    BreakfastBar, MainLevelPrimary, Pantry
    Roof: Composition
    Appliances: Dishwasher, FreeStandingRange, Disposal, GasWaterHeater
    Laundry Features: InGarage, MainLevel
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central Has Cooling: Yes

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1971
    Construction Materials: Frame, HardiplankType, Masonite
    Stories: 1
    Pool Features: None
    Private Pool: No
    Water front Features: None
    View: None
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: None

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 86 X 116 Main Square Feet: 0.224 Lot Size Acres: 0.224 Lot Description: CornerLot,Level,TreesLargeSize,TreesMediumSize

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Emerald Forest Sec 03 Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Direction Faces: Northeast Levels: One Property Age: 55

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $419500
    Cash, Conventional, FHA, VaLoan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 04121015010000 Tax Lot: 13 Tax Block: J Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $8101.77 Tax Legal Desc: Lot 13 Blk J Emerald Forest Sec 3

  • Parking Information

    Attached, DoorSingle, GarageFacesFront, Garage

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 1

  • School Information

    Elementary School: St Elmo Junior High School: Mendez Senior High School: Travis
  • Utility Information

    ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
  • Location Information

    Direction: South on South 1st from Ben White, Right on Emerald Wood at the light, House on the left WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/01/2026 @ 12:10

MLS: 5216875 LISTED BY: Lauren LeBlanc, Compass RE Texas, LLC 512-575-3644 SOURCE: ACTRIS

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