#7468865, Betsy Smith, Listing office: Christie's Int'l Real Estate
12707 Palfrey Dr Austin, TX 78727
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About 12707 Palfrey Dr
Welcome to 12707 Palfrey Drive, a beautifully updated and meticulously maintained home in North Austin’s sought-after 78727 zip code. Nestled on a spacious lot in the established Northwood neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home blends modern style with everyday comfort and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Step inside to a bright open-concept living space featuring vaulted ceilings with a wooden beam, a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, refinished hardwood floors (May 2025), and fresh interior (as well as exterior) paint throughout (May 2025). Large windows, including a pass-through to the sunroom, flood the space with natural light. At the heart of the home is a thoughtfully renovated kitchen with butcher block countertops, contemporary cabinetry, tile backsplash, stainless steel Samsung appliances, and a breakfast bar perfect for casual meals or entertaining. The adjacent dining area features charming wainscoting and an open flow for seamless gatherings. Off the living room, the air-conditioned sunroom offers a flexible second living space, office, fitness studio or entertainment area with panoramic views of the backyard. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a private balcony and a spa-like en-suite with dual vessel sinks and a luxurious glass-enclosed shower with multiple shower heads, including a rainfall option. Two additional bedrooms share an updated, modern full bath, and a half bath on the main level adds convenience for guests. Step outside to your backyard retreat—enjoy a soak in the hot tub, gather around the fire pit, grill on the flagstone patio, or relax under mature trees. A spiral staircase connects the balcony to the yard, and the large side yard offers room to play or garden. All this, just minutes to The Domain, Q2 Stadium, major tech campuses like Apple, Amazon, Dell, IBM, Indeed, plus top hospitals, and a wealth of dining and entertainment options. Square footage includes the AC/Heated Sunroom.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Natural Woodwork
- Fireplace: Family Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached, Garage
- Waterfront: None
- View: Neighborhood
- Exterior: Balcony
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $579,900
- Price/SqFt: $312
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,511
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Merge onto TX-1 Loop N Take the exit toward Scofield Ridge Pkwy Continue on Mopac Service Rd. Take Oak Creek Dr to Palfrey Dr Use the right lane to merge onto Burnet Rd/Mopac Service Rd Use the 2nd from the left lane to stay on Burnet Rd/Mopac Service Rd Sharp left onto Mopac Service Rd Use the right lane to stay on Mopac Service Rd Turn right onto Oak Creek Dr Turn left onto Knotty Trail Turn left onto Lovage Dr Turn right onto Palfrey Dr Destination will be on the left
- Year Built: 1983
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,857 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2199 Acres
- MLS Number: 2970273
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Epique Realty LLC
- Office Phone: (214) 620-4490
- Listing Agent: Jenn Shaffer
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $423,734 | $6,511 |
2023 | $496,759 | $6,511 |
2022 | $563,547 | $6,511 |
2021 | $349,451 | $6,315 |
2019 | $328,500 | $7,045 |
2018 | $307,431 | $6,205 |
2017 | $280,267 | $5,727 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Summitt Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•12207 Brigadoon Ln
7
Parmer Lane Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•1806 W Parmer Ln
4
River Oaks Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•12401 Scofield Farms Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $120,732. The most common annual income of people living in Austin, TX is between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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About 12707 Palfrey Dr
The listing price of 12707 Palfrey Dr property is $579,900.
The property 12707 Palfrey Dr is a house located in Austin, Texas, 78727.
Active Listing: 12707 Palfrey Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12707 Palfrey Dr are: Summitt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Parmer Lane Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), River Oaks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Westview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Valor North Austin (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Premier High School of North Austin (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Chaparral Star Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Connally High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,511 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 12707 Palfrey Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 12707 Palfrey Dr is 1,857 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12707 Palfrey Dr is 1983.
This home is located at 12707 Palfrey Dr in Austin, TX and zip code 78727 in the Northwood neighborhood. This 1,857 square foot home, which was built in 1983, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $579,900.
While more than 134 listings in Austin, TX in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 152 listings sold at asking price, and more than 636 were sold below. The number of listings in Austin, TX increased by 17.3% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 47 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $575,934.