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818 Mariner, Lakeway, TX 78734

$1,599,000 Asking Price

4 beds
5 baths
3,339  sqft
Built in 1966

Astronaut Alan Shepard’s historical landmark home in Lakeway is available to the market! One of the original Mercury 7 astronauts and the first American launched into space in 1961 later commanded the Apollo 14 moon mission in 1971 becoming the only Mercury astronaut to reach the moon. He hand-picked this lot on a rocky promontory 140 feet above Lake Travis on the main basin across from Point Venture. In 1967, Commander Shepard built this 3,339 square foot property which includes an 85-foot back deck with sweeping views of the skies, hill country and lake. All four bedrooms offer ensuite baths located on the main level with a game room, large storage closet and a fifth full bath including a sauna on the lower terrace. Renovations over the years include upgrades to the kitchen and bathrooms in 2010. A pool was added shortly after and the current owners have further upgraded the home with hardwood floors throughout and all new windows. All 8 sliding patio doors were replaced and the A/C ductwork was replaced and rerouted along with a complete insulation package enhancing efficiency. Along with the lake being the main focal point in the living room, a large wood burning stone fireplace offers warmth and comfort. Within the two-car garage is a closed off work room with a built-in storage system. In addition to great shopping, restaurants and golf courses close by, the community benefits from no HOA fees and a low tax rate of 1.7%. 818 Mariner provides a piece of American history while enjoying breath taking starry sky views and Lake Travis.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
March 14, 2024 — 110 days ago
Listing Office:
Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Jonathan Creath (512-406-1086)
Office Phone:
512-406-1086
MLS ID:
3865153

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Electric Dryer Hookup, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Electric Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater
Laundry:
Laundry Room,Main Level
Flooring:
No Carpet, Wood
A/C:
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating:
Central, Electric
Fireplace:
Living Room, Fireplaces: 1
Eco/Green Feature:
None, None

Exterior

General:
Balcony, Barbecue, Private Yard
Other Structures:
Front Porch, Deck
Pool:
Infinity
Parking:
Attached, Driveway, Garage, Parking spaces: 5

Construction

Roofing:
Composition
Windows:
Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
General:
Two, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab

Location

Originating MLS:
actris
School District:
Lake Travis ISD
County:
Travis

Lot

Zoning:
LOT 732 LAKEWAY SEC 6, 01438301200000
View:
Hill Country, Lake
Fencing:
Back Yard, Wrought Iron

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water:
MUD
Sewer:
Septic Tank

Financial

Source:
actris
Buyers Agent Compensation:
3.000 %

This listing courtesy of:
Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Jonathan Creath

About Austin, TX

Housing

Number of Units
523,644
Median Home Value
$435,027
Median Rent
$1,253

52.82% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.09% are vacant.

Commute

Car
53.46%
Public Transportation
1.78%
Walk to Work
1.73%
Work from Home
41.61%
Other
0.53%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
1,163,161
Median Age
35.90
Median Household Size
2.60

Education

High School
14.31%
Associate’s Degree
5.38%
Bachelor’s Degree
34.89%
Graduate Degree
21.08%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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