$1,600,000 - 1008 W Monroe Street W, Austin

In the prized Bouldin Creek neighborhood this home's contemporary spaces, energy efficient upgrades and lush grounds conceal a long history. Originally built in 1940, the house has been expanded to include three floors of living space and abundant amenities. The original entry foyer steps down to a spacious living and dining area with high ceilings, hardwood floors and numerous large windows filling the space with sunlight. A second room off the foyer serves as a bedroom/TV room, next to a full bath. An archway from the dining area leads to the well-appointed kitchen with granite counter tops, hickory cabinets, a walk-in pantry and a full array of stainless steel appliances. Through the kitchen, a breakfast area offers views of the backyard sitting areas and gardens. The second floor hosts the primary bedroom, which features a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom and seasonal views of the downtown skyline. Two additional bedrooms and a full-sized bathroom are also on the second floor. The third floor offers a large, carpeted loft with dormer windows and multiple ceiling fans: a versatile space for collaborative work or just room to make a little noise, far from the public spaces on the first floor. The yard, by award winning landscape designers Rain Lily Designs was featured on the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center gardens tour and includes canopies of live oaks, container gardens, native plantings and a 3,400 gal. rainwater capture system. Energy features include low-E windows, three HVAC systems, ceiling fans in every room and radiant roof decking.