Sean Smith Real Estate

06/05/2026

Some properties make sense the moment you see the lot. This one earns it over time.

1414 The High Rd sits at the end of a quiet dead-end road in Westlake - 1 acre backing to a private wooded canyon, east-facing, with a direct downtown Austin skyline view and no afternoon heat. Russell Eppright build. Completed 2012.

Inside, the floor plan was designed around two things: a private life and a big one. The first-floor primary suite has its own office and exercise room. The living room opens to the patio through sliding glass walls and has hosted salon concerts. There is a full wine bar, a 110-inch theatre room with reclining seats, pool table, and shuffleboard, and more than 1,200 square feet of covered outdoor living with a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and a fire pit facing the skyline.

Coming soon. Pre-market photography only - full media and interior shots to follow.

Price upon request. Private showings by appointment.
Sean Smith | Engel & Volkers Austin
817.909.1831

05/11/2026

Rare close-in Westlake acreage is getting harder to replace.

1601 Wild Basin gives you nearly 10 private acres, Bee Creek frontage, downtown views, and immediate livability in one of Austin’s most constrained luxury pockets.

The deeper story is on the blog — link in bio.

05/11/2026

1601 Wild Basin is one of those rare Westlake properties that gets better the more you understand it.

Nearly 10 private acres, Bee Creek frontage, downtown views, and a setting that feels far more private than you’d expect this close in. The house and guest casita make it livable now, but the land is the real story.

If you want the full write-up, I just published a new blog post on why close-in Westlake acreage is so hard to replace.

Why Westlake acreage is so valuable: Lake Austin lifestyle, Eanes ISD, privacy, amenities, long-term land scarcity, and what buyers should evaluate before purchasing.

04/30/2026

Spotlighting 429 Brady Ln — one of those homes that just sticks with you.

AD Stenger–inspired, reimagined by Webber Studio, and full of thoughtful details that make it feel both architectural and livable at the same time. From the dramatic lines and walls of glass to the warm wood, bold color moments, and incredible indoor-outdoor flow, this is the kind of house that feels special the second you walk in.

I had the pleasure of representing this home recently, and it was a fun one to be a part of.

MidCenturyModern WebberStudio

03/12/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to serve clients in both Austin and Tahoe, and honored to be recognized as Onyx Elite in each market.

02/10/2026

New to Austin (or planning a first house-hunting visit)? I put together a North Austin area guide comparing Round Rock, Cedar Park/Brushy Creek, Pflugerville, Mueller, and Manor — lifestyle, parks, things to do, and what makes each feel different.👇

A local overview of the neighborhoods that most often fit amenity-forward searches north and east of Austin — with parks, things to do, and tips for first-time visitors.

01/23/2026

Austin friends — with this wet + below-freezing stretch coming, ice is the real concern. I put together a quick home-prep guide (pipes, outage plan, safe heating) plus a one-page printable checklist. Hope it helps you avoid the headaches we all remember from Feb 2021. ❄️ Stay safe out there.

Wet + below 32°F means ice in Austin. Learn how to prep your home before the freeze—protect pipes, plan for outages, heat safely, and know where to go if power is out. Includes a one-page printable checklist.

01/20/2026

Austin “ETJ” comes up all the time—especially when you’re comparing taxes vs. city services. I put together a simple guide on Austin’s 2-mile/5-mile ETJ, the real pros & cons, and how the ETJ release (or de-annexation) process works. If you’re unsure what jurisdiction you’re in, message me your address and I’ll help you check it.

Buying or selling in Austin’s ETJ? Understand 2-mile and 5-mile ETJ rules, the taxes-vs-services tradeoff, development considerations, and the petition process to remove property from the ETJ.

12/17/2025

Closed at 4th Green.
This one was all about strategy, clarity, and keeping it calm from start to finish. Grateful for my clients and everyone who helped get it across the line.

If you’re thinking about buying/selling in Incline Village/Tahoe, I’m always happy to help.

— Sean Smith | Engel & Völkers
Lake Tahoe / Austin Realtor
SeanSmithEV.com

EngelAndVoelkers LuxuryRealEstate GolfCourseLiving

10/22/2025

Tucked into the hills of Westlake, 1601 Wild Basin is more than a home—it’s a canvas for architectural possibility.
These renderings imagine what the property could become: a modern compound woven into nature, with skyline and canyon views from every angle.

www.heartofwestlakehills.com