South Austin style

750 new luxury apartments coming to booming South Austin area

A rendering of the clubhouse at Lenox Woods, which will offer one- and two-bedroom apartments.

Courtesy of OHT Partners

A project featuring 750 luxury apartments is underway in South Austin.

OHT Partners recently broke ground on the first phase of a 750-unit luxury apartment complex on a 37-acre site along South First Street near FM 1626. The first community, named Lenox Woods, will comprise 402 units; it’s scheduled to open in late 2023.

The Austin-based multifamily builder and investor plans to start construction in 2024 on a second, yet-to-be-named community that will offer 348 apartments.

“South Austin has experienced a tremendous amount of multifamily development in the last decade because it’s one of the most affordable parts of the city and only 15 minutes from downtown,” says Ben Browder, vice president of development at OHT Partners. “All of the residential growth has attracted a lot more restaurants, retailers, and entertainment venues to this area in recent years, and these nearby amenities have made South Austin an even more desirable place to live.”

Located at 10801 Wayne Riddell Loop, the apartment site is near the South Park Meadows retail center, as well as The Yard and St. Elmo Public Market mixed-use developments.

Lenox Woods will offer one- and two-bedroom apartments. Community amenities will include two resort-style pools, pickleball courts, a shared work studio with business-grade Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness center, electric vehicle charging stations, and a dog park.

Previously known as Oden Hughes, the company rebranded as OHT Partners in 2021 to incorporate the names of all three longtime principals: Steve Oden, Craig Hughes, and Eric Taylor.

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a luxury escape

$11.5M Houston-area estate by golf club designer hits the market

Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

Set amid tree-lined paths between two lakes, S Lazy S Ranch offers privacy, rustic living and modern conveniences.

Imagine acres of green vistas, tree-lined paths and the privacy that comes with a personal oasis. That’s S Lazy S Ranch, set on 80 acres at 8502 Stansberry Road in Wallis. It’s for sale for $11.5 million, listed by Rachel Hrncir with Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty.

Gated and fenced, this is a remarkable property meant for living, working, and entertaining, with exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces.

S Lazy S Ranch The L-shaped facade creates an enclosed front yard.Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

Designed in tandem by the seller and Houston architect Robert McKinney, a decorated amateur golfer who’s considered one of the top golf clubhouse designers in the United States, the home unfolds over more than 5,000 square feet and features a distinctive floor plan that maximizes its pond views and is flooded with natural light. From the rugged facade of San Saba stone to a host of contemporary conveniences, this is a space that offers elegant rustic living.

The kitchen features Viking appliances and is anchored by an island that seats five.Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

An open plan makes for seamless gathering spots, including the living room with its vaulted wood ceilings and lakeside views.Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

The interior’s spacious gathering areas provide opportunities for family relaxation and entertaining a crowd. The chef's kitchen has Viking appliances and is anchored by a large island with seating for five. An open plan provides seamless access to the dining room and living room, with vaulted wood ceilings and a huge stone fireplace.

The primary suite has double doors opening to a patio.Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

The master suite's spa-like bathroom has a jetted tub offering beautiful views.Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

A luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, with double glass doors opening to a covered patio, two walk-in closets, and a spa-like bath that boasts a jetted soaking tub set against huge windows offering beautiful views. The secondary bedrooms are designed as private suites, and a flexible bonus space can be a game room or other additional gathering spot.

Outdoors, find covered patios, an infinity-edge spa, outdoor kitchen, fire feature, two stocked ponds, and abundant wildlife.The barn includes four horse stalls, workshop, guest apartment, and equipment storage.

Waterfront views from the horizon spa.Photo by Sky Crafted Imaging for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

With a location south of I-10 and less than an hour from Houston, S Lazy S Ranch is a space that feels deep in the heart of Texas, yet is so close to modern living.

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