Beautiful, private 1.5+/- acre estate located in the exclusive, lush, gated neighborhood of Rob Roy just a few minutes from DT Austin. 78 Saint Stephens School Rd. sits high above Lake Austin. Over 6200 SF home features 5+ bedrooms, 7 baths, office, wine room, outdoor entertainment area that overlooks the pool & spa with a bar, fireplace, & a grill to host all your family & friends. Attached garages accommodate 5 cars and have tons of storage. Beautiful Koi pond & water features at the entrance to the home, basketball court, putting green, & towering oak trees round the property. Rob Roy enjoys one of the lowest tax rates in Travis County at 1.7% and is one of the best walking neighborhoods in the city. It also shares a back gate wit St. Stephens, one of the best private schools in Texas and a short 6 min drive to Westlake High School, a nationally recognized public school that has won the state 6A football championship 2 years in a row and is the home to a world class robotics team. Academically, it is simply one of the best non-magnet high schools in Texas. Private security patrol, 24 hour gated access and a self governed & active homeowners association are also wonderful amenities of the neighborhood that makes it unique and desirable so close to the heart of Austin. Approx. 20 min to downtown and the airport.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
1.49 acresLot Size
$535Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Eileen Depew• Keller Williams - Lake Travis
Contact: 512-567-9915
Bought with Bridget Ramey• Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Estate size home in 24 hour guard gated Rob Roy. Sprawling home with rare 5-car garage, impressive secluded office (or guest suite). Master and 2 small bedrooms down. 2 impressive suites and gameroom up. Unbelievable wine room for the true collector or avid drinker! Grounds include pool, spa, summer kitchen, covered porches with a fireplace, putting green, great yard space and a canopy of mature oaks throughout the property. Great home for entertaining with a room for almost everything. Restrictions: Yes Sprinkler Sys:Yes
Public Records
Nov 16, 2006
Sold
*
$279/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 28, 1988
Sold
*
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 1982
Sold
*
Public Records
Jun 22, 1982
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$38,822 (−7.1%)
$1,049,915 + $1,607,154
$2,657,069
2025
$41,806 (−12.2%)
$622,622 + $2,238,679
$2,861,301
2024
$47,617 (−9.6%)
$500,000 + $2,738,571
$3,238,571
2023
$52,689 (+0.7%)
2022
$52,299 (+25.1%)
$500,000 + $2,848,992
$3,348,992
2021
$41,810 (+36.4%)
$500,000 + $1,976,900
$2,476,900
2020
$30,645 (−2.2%)
$500,000 + $1,234,800
$1,734,800
2019
$31,343 (−2.6%)
$500,000 + $1,271,849
$1,771,849
2018
$32,182 (+9.9%)
$350,000 + $1,235,840
$1,585,840
2017
$29,283 (+5.2%)
$350,000 + $1,157,007
$1,507,007
2016
$27,827 (+4.4%)
$350,000 + $1,235,840
$1,585,840
2014
$26,657 (−4.2%)
$455,000 + $948,177
$1,403,177
2013
$27,823 (+12.4%)
$455,000 + $948,177
$1,403,177
2012
$24,751 (−7.8%)
2011
$26,850 (−10.4%)
2010
$29,954
2009
$29,954
Tax history for 78 St Stephens School Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$38,822 (−7.1%)
$1,049,915 + $1,607,154
$2,657,069
2025
$41,806 (−12.2%)
$622,622 + $2,238,679
$2,861,301
2024
$47,617 (−9.6%)
$500,000 + $2,738,571
$3,238,571
2023
$52,689 (+0.7%)
2022
$52,299 (+25.1%)
$500,000 + $2,848,992
$3,348,992
2021
$41,810 (+36.4%)
$500,000 + $1,976,900
$2,476,900
2020
$30,645 (−2.2%)
$500,000 + $1,234,800
$1,734,800
2019
$31,343 (−2.6%)
$500,000 + $1,271,849
$1,771,849
2018
$32,182 (+9.9%)
$350,000 + $1,235,840
$1,585,840
2017
$29,283 (+5.2%)
$350,000 + $1,157,007
$1,507,007
2016
$27,827 (+4.4%)
$350,000 + $1,235,840
$1,585,840
2014
$26,657 (−4.2%)
$455,000 + $948,177
$1,403,177
2013
$27,823 (+12.4%)
$455,000 + $948,177
$1,403,177
2012
$24,751 (−7.8%)
2011
$26,850 (−10.4%)
2010
$29,954
2009
$29,954
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.49 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,279
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Travis County
APN
122644
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
Sep 3, 2021 • Final
Electrical
Disconnect and reconnect electrical service for the installation of a standby generator.
Electrical
Generator
Dec 16, 2002 • Final
Electrical
Upgrade the electrical service to an existing commercial building.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Cooler
Other Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Book Cases, Built-in Features, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Study, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Stone Veneer, Stucco
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Basketball Court, Balcony, Exterior Steps, Gas Grill, Private Yard, See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Balcony
Other Structures: Bathroom, Cabana, Garage Apartment, Guest House Attached, Outdoor Kitchen, Pool House
Security Features: Security System, Gated with Guard, Secured Garage/Parking, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s), Security Guard, Controlled Access
Fencing: Back Yard, Wrought Iron
Green Features
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Lighting, Water Heater, Windows, Appliances
Pool and Spa Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Fenced, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool/Spa Combo, Waterfall
Has Spa
Spa Features: Hot Tub, In Ground
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.492
Lot Size Acres: 1.492
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Golf Course, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Many Trees, Sprinklers Automatic, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size, Views, Waterfall
Water Body Name: Lake Austin
Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: Southeast
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $4,243,965
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $41,810
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Sewer: Septic Tank, Municipal Utility District
Water Source: Municipal Utility District
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Propane
Location
HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Name: Rob Roy HOA
Association Fee: $2,200
Annually
Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Trash
Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Internet Access
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,279
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 122644
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bridge Point Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Hill Country Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
10/10
Westlake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
8/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
76% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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$3.19M – $3.87M
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