Alright, let’s get down to business and cut through the fluff. We’re looking at a property at 10009 Lirioppe Cove in Austin, Texas.
The basics:
- 3 bedrooms, 3 bath
- 2,250 square feet
- Only 6 photos on the listing?!?
That’s right. This house that’s listed for almost $900K gives us just six photos, and honestly, they’re terrible—poor lighting, poor angles. No staging.
Big issue, Big upside: the house has a pool, but there are zero pictures of it. Given that Austin hits triple digits for up to 100 days a year, a pool is a huge selling point that’s completely overlooked in this listing. (We pulled pictures from when it was listed back in 2019… that’s when we found out about the pool!)
This kind of sloppy listing suggests we could go in hard on negotiation. It’s a clear example of Why Choosing the Right Real Estate Agent Matters—they know how to market your property right.
Think about it: would you try to sell something for hundreds of thousands of dollars on eBay with lousy pictures? No way.
Currently, the price tag is $888,000 down from an initial $950,000 about two months ago. That’s a steep drop of $62,000.
A nearby home with an extra bedroom and a pool—much better presented and more updated inside—is listed at $799,000. That’s nearly $100,000 cheaper.
This home ranked as one of the most expensive per square foot among its comparable sales, which is way over the average selling price per square foot.
It’s only been on the MLS for 14 days, but this listing screams for a tough negotiation approach. I’d say an offer of at least $100,000 below the asking price could be a starting point, possibly even more aggressive depending on the market heat.
The place seems move-in ready from what little we can tell, which is a plus, but the appliances could use an update.
Location-wise, it’s decent—not perfect—but near major highways, which adds some convenience.
Before making a move, you need to see this place with your own eyes to truly gauge its worth.
So, here’s the deal: If everything checks out in person, and the house impresses, an offer around $740,000 seems fair based on the current market.
Bottom line: There’s a good chance this listing will sit on the market for a long time and an aggressive offer just might work.
If you missed last week’s Austin Deal of the Week, here is an update:
Although that property was sitting for over a month… just a few days after we posted our Deal of the Week it is now Pending.
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Additional photos (mostly from the 2019 listing)
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Listing description
Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom residence nestled in the highly desired Balcones Greene neighborhood! Unwind in your own backyard sanctuary featuring a sparkling swimming pool, enveloped by verdant foliage. This private retreat offers respite from the scorching Texas sun, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. Inside, discover a well-designed layout boasting two living areas, a formal dining space, and a splendid island kitchen equipped with abundant counter and cabinet space, complemented by gas cooking. The neutral color scheme provides a canvas for personalization while abundant natural light floods the interiors. Make this tranquil haven your home today!
Listed by:
Derek Eisenberg (877) 996-5728
Continental Real Estate Group (877) 996-5728
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 3593494
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Flooring
- Flooring: Wood
Heating
- Heating features: Natural Gas
Cooling
- Cooling features: Central Air
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Cooktop Gas, Microwave, Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater-Gas
Interior features
- Window features: Skylight
- Interior features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main
Other interior features
- Total interior livable area: 2,250 sqft
- Total number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Property
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Waterfall
- Spa features: None
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Patio & porch details: Awning(s), Deck
- Fencing: Fenced, Privacy
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Lot features: Cul-De-Sac, Sprinkler – Automatic, Trees-Moderate
Other property information
- Additional structures included: None
- Parcel number: 01721504050000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Material information
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
Utility
- Sewer information: Public Sewer
- Water information: Public
- Utilities for property: Internet-Cable, Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Austin
- Subdivision: Balcones Greene Sec 01
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $30 monthly
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- Association name: Balcones Greene HOA
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Spicewood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Canyon Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Westwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spicewood
- Middle: Canyon Vista
- High: Westwood
- District: Round Rock ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Data from Zillow, Unlock MLS, GreatSchools and other data sources
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