Beds 5
Baths 4
Sqft 2,731
Acres 0.27
Property Type Home
Heating Central, Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Parking Driveway, Detached, Garage
Year Built 1976
Stories 2
Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Days on Market 205
Garages 2.00

About 8312 Appalachian Dr

Perched above the Steck Valley Greenbelt, The Sunset House is a study in light, scale, and modern restraint. Originally built in 1976 and fully transformed, this architectural residence embraces its setting with large windows, soaring ceilings, and expansive sunset views that shift with the day. The home’s 2,731 square feet unfold with intention. A tranquil primary suite anchors the main level, while the lower level offers four additional bedrooms, two baths, a den, and a generous laundry room—creating natural separation and flexibility for guests, work, or multigenerational living. Several rooms feature private exterior access, seamlessly accommodating offices, studios, or creative spaces. A comprehensive renovation by House of S+H Interiors touches every system—new windows, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and flooring, paint (some custom plaster walls)—while material choices elevate the experience throughout. Brushed granite and natural quartzite countertops provide quiet sophistication, complemented by custom plastered walls and ceilings in the den and bathrooms. Sculptural lighting fixtures punctuate the home, reinforcing its warm, modern character and making it equally suited for intimate evenings or larger gatherings. Set on a .271-acre lot and featured on the 2025 NARI Remodeled Homes Tour, The Sunset House is a rare blend of architectural clarity, thoughtful flexibility, and an unmistakable connection to its landscape.

Location

Legal Description LOT 8 BLK C GREAT HILLS IV AMENDED
Address 8312 Appalachian Dr
County Travis
City Austin
Zip Code 78759
Subdivision Great Hills 04 Amd
School District Austin ISD
MLS Area 1A

Size and Restrictions

Acres 0.27
Lot Description Sloped Down, Front Yard, Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Landscaped, Native Plants, Sprinklers Automatic, Trees Medium Size, Views
Horses Allowed No
$/Acre $6,151,861

Improvements

Parking Driveway, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces 2.00
Fence Back Yard, Wood
Exterior Features Exterior Steps, Lighting, Rain Gutters

Features

View Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
Water Access None

Utilities

Water Public
Utilities Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected

Amenities

Area Amenities None, Curbs

Beds and Baths

Bedrooms 5
Main Level Beds 1
Bathrooms 3 full / 1 half
Primary on Main Yes

Other Rooms

Kitchen Appliances Built-In Electric Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Washer
Laundry Facilities Lower Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup

Heating and Cooling

Heating Central, Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Air Conditioning Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Fireplaces Gas Starter, Living Room

Interior Features

Flooring Carpet, Tile
Features Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Bidet, Built-in Features, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Main Level Primary, Stone Counters, Smart Thermostat, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
Disability None

Building Information

Square Feet 2,731
Year Built 1976
# of Stories 2
Building Faces East
Construction Stone Veneer, Vertical Siding, Wood Siding
Foundation Slab
Roof Composition, Shingle

Property Features

Exterior Features Exterior Steps, Lighting, Rain Gutters

Garage and Parking

Garage Garage Door Opener
Parking Driveway, Detached, Garage

Financial

$/Sq Ft $611
$/Acre $6,151,861
Special Conditions NoRestrictions
Documents Available Survey
Disclosures Lead Based Paint Disclosure, Seller Disclosure

Property Taxes

Appraisal District Travis
Estimated Taxes $21,675
Tax ID 01470303120000
Tax Year 2025

Homeowner Association

Has HOA No

Listing Details

OfficeCompass RE Texas, LLC
Contact Info(512) 299-0445

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