Introducing 8517 Romney Drive: A fully remodeled, turn-key home in the heart of South Austin, offering modern living in a charming and established neighborhood, with proven income potential as a successful AIRBNB and negotiable furnishings. This beautifully updated single-story residence makes an immediate impression with its sleek black exterior, opening into a bright, airy interior filled with natural light from oversized picture windows. White oak luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the open-concept living space, creating a warm and timeless design. At the center of the home is a stunning, chef-inspired kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The oversized island with waterfall quartz countertops provides generous prep space and bar seating, complemented by stainless steel appliances and a gas range. An extended counter area is ideal as a home office nook, coffee bar, or cocktail station for hosting guests. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated to deliver a move-in-ready experience, whether you're looking for a primary residence, second home, or investment property. Located in a rapidly growing pocket of South Austin, you’ll enjoy unbeatable convenience just five minutes from the vibrant Manchaca Entertainment District, featuring live music, local bars, and restaurants. Daily essentials are close by with a nearby newly-built H-E-B, plus shopping and dining at Southpark Meadows. Enjoy over 300 acres of nature trails, green space, dog park, and a popular disc golf course, less than a mile from the expansive Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park. Welcome home!
Est. $2,813 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8517 Romney Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 23, 2026
Sold
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Jun 23, 2026
Delisted
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Jun 22, 2026
Sold
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May 10, 2026
Pending
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May 4, 2026
Contingent
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Public Records
Nov 12, 2021
Sold
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Public Records
Nov 12, 2021
Sold
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Oct 27, 2021
Pending
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Oct 5, 2021
Contingent
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Sep 24, 2021
Listed
$349,950
$261/sq ft
This home was recently updated with New wood-look flooring throughout and fresh interior paint throughout as well. The great home with its HUGE OAKS is primed and ready for a new buyer to put their finishing touches on it. Its move-in ready, but is a blank canvas for a further update! As one of the larger homes in the area, this home is not expected to be on the market for long.
Single-family residence standard lot (SF-2) district is the designation for a moderate density single-family residential use on a lot that is a minimum of 5,750 sq ft. An SF-2 district designation may be applied to a use in an existing single-family neighborhood that has moderate sized lots or to new development of single-family housing on lots that are 5,750 sq ft or more.
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Masonry
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Privacy, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.2248
Lot Size Acres: 0.2248
Lot Size Dimensions: 78 x 126
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Trees Large Size
Property Information
Direction Faces: West
Foundation Details: Slab
Updated/Remodeled
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $346,702
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $7,095.20
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,341
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Travis County
APN: 343441
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Around this home
47/100 Car-Dependent45/100 Some transit59/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Casey Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Bedichek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
2/10
Akins High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
4/10
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