Travis Value

204 Golden Bear Dr, TX 78738

5 bed / 4 bath, 5,242 sqft, built 2006 Appraised at $1,840,930 for 2026.

Travis County account 000000495521

Appraised value
$1,840,930
Tax year 2026 · after any cap, before exemptions
Market value
$2,302,406
Living area
5,242 sqft
$351 per sqft
Year built
2006
Homestead
Yes
Owner-occupied exemption on file

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For nearby context, browse ZIP 78738, TCAD Appraisal Area R23000, and Sweetwater Ranch assessment pages.

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Assessment snapshot

These public TCAD records highlight what may be worth checking before you file.

  • Assessment changeThe appraised value increased 10.0% from $1,673,573 in 2025 to $1,840,930 in 2026.
  • Appraised value per square footThe current public record shows about $351 per square foot before any comparable-property adjustments.
  • Market/appraised spreadThe county market value is $461,476 above the appraised value used on this page.
  • Nearby comparison areaThis page starts the equity review with public records for ZIP 78738.
  • Neighborhood value signalAmong 293 residential records in the same neighborhood, the average appraised value is about $332 per square foot.
  • Area year-over-year signalNearby residential records with prior-year values moved about +3.5% on average.

Comparable assessments

Similar public appraisal records selected for this property's equity comparison.

  • 109 Neville Wood Ct, Austin, TX 78738
    5,274 sqft | $298/sqft | built 2004 | Similar size (5,274 vs 5,242 sqft); Similar age (2004 vs 2006); Similar lot size (16,361 vs 15,241 sqft)
    $1,572,770
  • 215 Black Wolf Run, TX 78738
    5,225 sqft | $259/sqft | built 2021 | Similar size (5,225 vs 5,242 sqft); Similar lot size (15,058 vs 15,241 sqft); Same bed/bath (5/4)
    $1,355,694
  • 211 Jack Nicklaus Dr, TX 78738
    5,401 sqft | $304/sqft | built 2005 | Similar size (5,401 vs 5,242 sqft); Similar age (2005 vs 2006); Lot 12% smaller (13,351 vs 15,241 sqft)
    $1,642,152
  • 207 Cabo Del Sol Cv, Lakeway, TX 78738
    5,643 sqft | $312/sqft | built 2014 | 8% larger (5,643 vs 5,242 sqft); Similar lot size (14,701 vs 15,241 sqft); Same bed/bath (5/4)
    $1,760,642
  • 213 Jack Nicklaus Dr, Austin, TX 78738
    5,043 sqft | $245/sqft | built 2006 | Similar size (5,043 vs 5,242 sqft); Built same year (2006); Lot 13% smaller (13,211 vs 15,241 sqft)
    $1,236,151

Recent comparable sales

Sales selected by similarity to the subject property. Texas is a non-disclosure state, so these MLS-listed sales are supplemental evidence.

  • 224 Golden Bear Dr, Austin, TX 78738
    September-30-2026 | 5,083 sqft | $382/sqft | built 2006 | Similar size (5,083 sqft); Similar age (2006); Sold after the valuation date
    $1,940,000
  • 17112 Yellowstar Dr, Austin, TX 78738
    September-11-2026 | 4,736 sqft | $253/sqft | built 2011 | 10% size difference (4,736 sqft); Moderate age difference (5 years newer); Sold after the valuation date
    $1,200,000
  • 15205 Spillman Ranch Loop, Austin, TX 78738
    August-27-2026 | 4,573 sqft | $222/sqft | built 2010 | 13% size difference (4,573 sqft); Moderate age difference (4 years newer); Sold after the valuation date
    $1,015,000
  • 16812 Broomweed Cv, Austin, TX 78738
    July-1-2026 | 4,696 sqft | $291/sqft | built 2016 | 10% size difference (4,696 sqft); Moderate age difference (10 years newer); Sold after the valuation date
    $1,365,000
  • 900 Bristol Creek Bnd, Lakeway, TX 78738
    August-7-2026 | 5,674 sqft | $308/sqft | built 2023 | 8% size difference (5,674 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Same beds (5)
    $1,750,000

Public appraisal comparison for 2026. Prepared . Appraisal source: Travis Central Appraisal District. Sales data checked in this snapshot: . Matches consider available size, age, location and property characteristics. How comparisons work.