Recently updated and move-in ready, 5210 Emerald Meadow Drive is a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering a fresh, inviting interior in the heart of South Austin. Thoughtful updates and a bright, neutral palette create a clean, modern feel, while abundant natural light adds warmth throughout. The living and dining spaces flow easily together, complemented by updated flooring and contemporary finishes. The refreshed kitchen is full of character with sleek charcoal cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a classic subway tile backsplash. Its bright, streamlined design makes the most of the space while connecting naturally to the surrounding living areas. The primary bedroom offers a comfortable retreat with an updated ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower and modern finishes. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests or a home office, while the updated secondary bath continues the home's fresh, cohesive style. Outside, mature trees and a spacious fenced backyard provide plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or create your own outdoor retreat. The generous yard adds to the home's welcoming feel and offers wonderful potential for enjoying Austin's outdoor lifestyle. Located in desirable 78745, this South Austin home offers convenient access to South Congress, South First, Westgate, and St. Elmo, with an abundance of local restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and entertainment nearby. Easy access to major roadways provides a convenient connection to Downtown Austin and beyond, combining an established neighborhood setting with the energy and convenience of South Austin living.
Active
$425,000
5210 Emerald Meadow Dr, Austin, TX 78745
3beds
1,103sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
8,228 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$385/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern finishesRecently updatedContemporary finishesUpdated flooringBright neutral paletteGenerous yardAbundant natural light
- 8 days
- 700
- 142
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Reisor (512) 712-2128,
Compass RE Texas, LLC (512) 575-3644
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 9652998
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, RNGHD, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Screens
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,103 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: See Remarks, Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Gutters Full, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Gate, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,228 Square Feet
- Features: City Lot, Many Trees, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 04121207020000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Emerald Forest Sec 05
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $385/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $418,594
- Annual tax amount: $8,213
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000-15%$385/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Sold | -- |
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| 12/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/8/2021 | Price change | $500,000-4.9%$453/sqft |
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| 10/1/2021 | Price change | $526,000-4.4%$477/sqft |
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| 9/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $550,000$499/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,244 -31.4% | $418,594 -0.8% |
| 2024 | $3,273 +4.3% | $422,101 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $3,139 -27.1% | $395,160 +10% |
| 2022 | $4,307 | $359,236 +10% |
| 2021 | -- | $326,578 +10% |
| 2020 | $6,611 +3.8% | $296,889 |
| 2019 | $6,368 +295.5% | $296,889 +4.6% |
| 2018 | $1,610 | $283,724 +33.2% |
| 2017 | $1,610 +3.9% | $213,061 +10% |
| 2016 | $1,549 | $193,692 +10% |
| 2015 | $1,549 | $176,084 +10% |
| 2014 | $1,549 | $160,076 +10% |
| 2013 | -- | $145,524 +3.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $140,706 -4.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $146,728 |
| 2010 | -- | $146,728 +1.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $144,176 +10% |
| 2008 | -- | $131,069 +4.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $125,328 +20.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $103,667 +2.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $100,870 +15.4% |
| 2002 | $193 | $87,401 |
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Neighborhood: South Manchaca
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St Elmo
- Middle: Bedichek
- High: Travis
- District: Austin ISD
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