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New Single-Family Homes for Sale in Southeast Austin, TX. Starting from the High $400’s.
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More than a century ago, Charles Goodnight helped shape the Texas Panhandle as a rancher and steward, working alongside his wife Mary Ann to protect the land and preserve a vanishing way of life. That same spirit lives on here, just eight miles from downtown Austin, where Goodnight Ranch blends Austin’s independent streak with thoughtful, master-planned living.
Every detail here has a purpose. Resort-style amenities, onsite schools, and over 120 acres of green space give you room to live well, while year-round events keep the community feeling alive. Scenic trails wind past it all, connecting to Onion Creek Park and leading toward a future town center, while a range of home designs means you’ll find the fit that’s right for your family.
Empire Homes welcomes you home to Goodnight Ranch, where the Goodnight family’s legacy of stewardship continues—one street, one neighbor, and one new beginning at a time.
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2,106–2,443
SQ. FT. - 2–3 STORIES
- 2-CAR GARAGES
- 3–4 BEDS
- 2.5–3.5 BATHS
- FROM THE HIGH $400’s
- Swimming Pool
- Community Ponds
- Gathering Spaces
- Reclaimed-Water Irrigation for Sustainable Landscaping
- Pocket Parks
- 120+ Acres of parks & wildlife
- Town Center
- Three-mile Trail System
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Pre-construction homes that are built from the ground up, typically ready in 6+ months. Choose your preferred floor plan, then personalize it with features and finishes at our Design Center to make it feel like yours.
One Community, Endless Possibilities
Goodnight Ranch is a master-planned community developed by Benchmark, bringing together parks, trails, top-rated schools, and neighborhood retail with homes from three respected builders, including Empire Homes. Beyond the homes themselves, residents enjoy 120+ acres of trails and green space, an onsite early education academy, and a growing lineup of everyday conveniences just steps from home. Discover the full vision for the community.
Homes That Feel Like Home
At Goodnight Ranch, you’ve got freedom to choose—and room to grow. From modern single-family homes on 30’ homesites to bold, three-story luxury residences, this community offers a range of designs tailored to fit how Austinites really live.
What you’ll also find here is true housing diversity—including duplexes, townhomes, apartments, condos, and innovative Missing Middle homes that create an inclusive, income-diverse neighborhood. As a proud participant in Austin’s SMART Housing Program since 2004, Goodnight Ranch has been committed to expanding affordability from the start.
Low quarterly HOA fees, energy-efficient community planning, and a walkable design that reduces daily transportation and childcare costs make these homes even more accessible. Open-concept floorplans keep things light and easy, oversized kitchens bring folks together, and patios give you space to stretch out when the stars come out. Inspired by Texas roots and made for real life, these homes are as comfortable as your favorite pair of boots—and just as ready to take you where you’re going.
Life Beyond the Porch
At Goodnight Ranch, the good life stretches far beyond your front door. A three-mile trail system loops through the community, linking neighbors to peaceful ponds, pocket parks, a sparkling pool, and even a future town center that’s set to become the community’s beating heart.
Unlike many master-planned communities, Goodnight Ranch’s parks aren’t just green spaces—they’re part of a pioneering model. The community features 120+ acres of public parks, trails, and preserved wildlife areas, supported by a perpetual funding model through its Municipal Management Park District, meaning long-term stewardship without costly upfront fees. More than 89 acres are already active, and residents enjoy direct access to the 550-acre Onion Creek Metropolitan Park, including plans for a future All Abilities Playground.
Whether you’re out for a morning jog, sailing a toy boat with the kids, or just walking the dog while swapping stories with a friend, every path leads to something—or someone—worth meeting. This isn’t a place built for scrolling—it’s built for strolling.
Living in South Austin
Goodnight Ranch puts you minutes from the best of Austin—no long commutes required. Spend the afternoon strolling South Congress, where vintage shops and murals lead to tacos that’ll change your life. Catch golden hour at the Capitol grounds, raise a glass at The Austin Winery, then settle in for a night of live music at the Continental Club.
But daily convenience doesn’t end there. The community is already served by three Cap Metro routes (800, 318, 333), with a Cap Metro Park & Ride arriving in 2026, making sustainable transit easier than ever. On-site healthcare, dental, behavioral health, veterinary services, and an Austin Fire & EMS station mean that essential services remain close to home.
When it’s time to leave town, the airport is right nearby and when you’re craving quiet, McKinney Falls’ limestone trails are just down the road. Goodnight Ranch is close to the action, but far enough to feel like home.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Start your engines at Circuit of the Americas, roll into nostalgia at Austin Roller Rink, or head to South Congress for live music that hits every note—just minutes from home.
RESTAURANTS & CAFES
South Austin serves it up right. Grab global bistro fare at The Little Darlin’, sip bold brews at Radio Coffee & Beer, or wander South Congress for patios, pastries, and people-watching at its finest.
SHOPPING
Swing by Southpark Meadows for major brands and everyday must-haves, or explore Austin’s indie shops for handmade goods, vintage finds, and one-of-a-kind gifts.
PARKS & RECREATION
Adventure’s always just outside: hike through McKinney Falls State Park, explore the greenways along Onion Creek, or unwind beside the community pond—no travel required.
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Every day at Goodnight Ranch is something to savor—sunset strolls along winding trails, lively afternoons at the pool, and weekends spent exploring the wild green just beyond your porch. But it’s more than a neighborhood. It’s a community setting new standards for master-planned living—one that champions affordability, sustainability, education, and civic infrastructure in ways few communities can match.
Crafted for those who crave connection, comfort, and a little of that Austin magic, Goodnight Ranch is where legacy meets possibility. Empire Homes is proud to guide you there—where the coffee’s strong, the skies are wide, and every road still feels like a trail worth blazing.
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