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Details
Price
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Source
3/05/2026
Listed
$799,900
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Property Description
Hidden Gem Under the Oaks - Serene .43 Acre Briarcliff Retreat. Experience the perfect blend of peaceful Hill Country living and everyday convenience in this gorgeous custom-built home nestled on a private .43 acre homesite beneath a canopy of majestic oak trees. Designed for comfort and entertaining, this home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a spacious gameroom or 4th bedroom, and a charming study alcove with built-in desk and storage in main floor. Multiple outdoor living spaces invite you to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings, including a welcoming covered front porch, an expansive covered back patio perfect for gatherings, and a beautiful upstairs covered balcony with tranquil lake views. Inside, rich hardwood floors run throughout the home with soaring ceilings and abundant windows that fill the space with natural light. The stunning island kitchen features quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, butler's pantry, and opens seamlessly to the oversized dining area and dramatic two-story living room with sliding glass doors connecting indoor and outdoor living. The luxurious primary suite features custom millwork accents and a barn door leading to a spa-inspired bath with Carrara marble, soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower with mosaic tile, and a custom closet with built-ins that connects directly to the laundry room. There is designer lighting throughout with lots of storage. The expansive yard is beautifully landscaped and enclosed with a custom wood privacy fence featuring bull wire panel sections that allow airflow while adding striking architectural design. Built with upgraded 2x6 exterior wall construction, the home also offers enhanced insulation, durability, and long-term energy efficiency. Enjoy Lake Travis access and amenities including a community center with recreational spaces and library, Briarcliff Marina with boat launch and slips, a 9-hole golf course, dog park, hike & bike trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and pickleball/tennis courts
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 501 Alva Dr
General
- Price: $799,900
- HOA FEE: $27/month
- Taxes: $12,398 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 2698148
- Updated: 3/6/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Soaking Tub, Study, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, VentedExhaust Fan
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Common Grounds/Area, Clubhouse, Lake, Pet Amenities, Playground, Park, Sport Court(s), Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths
- Tennis: Yes
- Security/Safety: Security Fence
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage
Location
- Area: LS
- County: Travis
- Subdivision: Briarcliff
- Driving Directions: From Bee Cave: Take Hwy 71 West heading toward Spicewood. Continue for approximately 10.8 miles past the intersection of Hwy 71 and RM 620. Turn Right onto Pace Bend Rd (the entrance to the Briarcliff area). Drive for 2.4 miles, then turn Right onto Briarcliff Dr. After 0.4 miles, turn Left onto Cargill Dr. In another 0.4 miles, turn Right onto Alva Dr. The home will be located on your Right.
- Direction Faces: Northeast
School Information
- Elem School District: Lake Travis ISD
- Midd School District: Lake Travis ISD
- High School District: Lake Travis ISD
- Elementary School: West Cypress Hills
- Middle School: Lake Travis
- High School: Lake Travis
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Briarcliff Property Management Association
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Water Available, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Builder: David Valdez
- Construction: HardiPlank Type, Masonry, Stone
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Shutters, Window Coverings, Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,978
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 2,978 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2019
- Year Built Source: Owner
- Property Condition: Resale
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: Park/Greenbelt, Hills, Lake, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4308
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,765.65
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Near Golf Course, Landscaped, Private, Many Trees, Trees Large Size, Views
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Front Yard
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Name: Lake Travis
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $27
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Amount: $696,561
- Tax Amount: $12,398.67
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Texas Vet, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: LOT 75 BRIARCLIFF INC SEC 1
- Disclosures/Reports: Seller Disclosure
- Property ID: 5560105050000
- Lot Number: 75
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Schools
Schools serving 501 Alva Dr
School District:Lake Travis Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
West Cypress Hills Elementary School 6112 Cypress Ranch Boulevard, Spicewood, TX 78669 | K-5 | 4.4 mi |
Lake Travis Middle School 4932 Bee Creek Road, Spicewood, TX 78669 | 6-8 | 5 mi |
Lake Travis High School 3324 Ranch Road 620 South, Austin, TX 78738 | 9-12 | 7.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 501 Alva Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 501 Alva Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,300
—
$696,561
-1%
2024
$2,300
-74%
$703,094
-5%
2022
$8,783
—
$741,304
-1%
2022
$8,783
-1%
$751,198
36%
2021
$8,847
-24%
$550,693
1%
2020
$11,644
4%
$547,017
55%
2020
$11,182
51%
$352,261
921%
2019
$7,410
1615%
$34,500
72%
2016
$432
—
$20,000
—
2017
$432
-30%
$20,000
-29%
2015
$617
-2%
$28,000
—
2013
$630
—
$28,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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501 Alva Drive, Briarcliff, TX 78669 (MLS# 2698148) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 501 Alva Drive is currently listed for $799,900 and was received on March 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 501 Alva Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Briarcliff? You can browse all Briarcliff real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.