Happy hour on a third-floor patio with stunning views of downtown Austin? It isn’t a pitstop at a restaurant on your way home from work. It’s your home — or could be, if you make it in Goodnight Ranch.

Empire Communities recently debuted three-story, detached condos just eight miles from downtown. With two thoughtfully designed floor plans and three distinct elevation options to choose from, these homes, crafted by Barron Custom Designs, offer a perfect blend of modern style and convenience.

Plan 2316 offers three bedrooms and 3.5 baths within 2,316 square feet. The bottom floor has a mud room open to the two-car garage, a game room with the option for a wet bar, a half bath, and a laundry room. Two bedrooms — including the owner’s suite — are located on the second floor, and the open-concept family room, dining room, and kitchen are on the third floor. A second bedroom and full bath are on the same level. Each floor has a porch or balcony, with options for a fireplace and wet bar on the third floor.

Plan 2443 dedicates the third floor to entertaining, with a game room, full bath, and extended porch. Both the porch and game room have options for a wet bar, and an outdoor fireplace can also be added. The primary living area is on the second floor, with an island kitchen, family room, dining space, owner’s suite, laundry facilities, and half bath. The first floor features two secondary bedrooms, a full bath, and two-car garage. Both the first and second floors have small porches.

The best part is you can see these urban designs in person, with eight condos available now in Goodnight Ranch. Prices range from $674,998 to $719,400 and each is beautifully appointed. Buyers who close by Dec. 31,2024 are eligible for a 4.99 percent fixed rate.

When you are ready to do more than view downtown Austin, shopping, dining, and entertainment in the capitol’s city center are minutes away. See a music legend at ACL Live at the Moody Theater. Catch a show at Paramount Theater. Shop boutiques in the 2^nd Street District. Pick up fresh produce at SFC Farmers Market at Republic Square. Paddle Lady Bird Lake. Further adventures outside of Austin await at nearby Austin-Bergstrom Airport.

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News Article: Community Impact

Empire Communities, known for their housing projects in the Mueller area, has introduced two new home models and a series of floor plans, now available for public viewing in the Goodnight Ranch community in southeast Austin.

The details

In the first collection, future homes will range from 1,905 to 2,340 square feet. The three-story designs will feature three- and four-bedroom spaces. The concept places six houses along one shared driveway, forming a small “neighborhood niche,” according to a news release.

“Goodnight Ranch has residentially dense neighborhoods, and our [concept] aligns with this vision without giving up space,” said Terry Shuffler, a division president with Empire Communities, in a statement. “The three-story designs allow for ample room and are especially appealing to buyers who would rather enjoy Austin’s many amenities than spending time on yard work.”

Though yard work will be minimal, each living space includes one outdoor space per floor plan. Known as Modern Urban Homes, the homes will begin selling for $430,000.

In the second collection of plans, Empire Communities features three-story condominium units, ranging from 2,316 to 2,443 square feet. The condos will begin selling for $700,000 and include multiple outdoor spaces.

The last of the unveiled floor plans include single-family homes built on 30-foot lots, beginning at $450,000.

“These designs are perfect for multigenerational families, giving just enough privacy,” Shuffler said.

Goodnight Ranch, a master-planned community developed by Benchmark Development, has utilized concepts from new urbanism planning to develop a distinctly Austin-centric hub, according to the developer’s website. The mixed-use community will include single-family homes, shared spaces, parks, an amenity center, swimming pools and various recreational areas.

Article by Community Impact:

For over 30 years, Empire Communities has been committed to enriching homeowners’ lives through carefully chosen locations, purposeful home designs and a personalized homebuying experience. Its newest community, Goodnight Ranch, is located eight miles southeast from Downtown Austin and offers unique homes with both views of the city and green spaces. “We’ve built homes that make everyday life richer and more sustainable, with enviable designs where smart space planning and quality building meet,” said Division President Terry Shuffler. Within the Goodnight Ranch community, there are three different home designs: starting from the $400,000s:

• The Ramble: three-story condos with views of the Downtown Austin skyline
• Paseo Court: homes showcasing modern, open three-story floor plans
• The 30’ Collection: offering homeowners low maintenance living with two story designs and optional studio apartments over a detached garage

“The open-concept floor plans in the product offerings make for functional living no matter what your lifestyle,” Shuffler said.

Each home design has a unique style so individuals can find the right home to meet their needs and design preferences.

“Thoughtfully designed to allow for flexibility and personalization, each package within the collection offers a distinct style while providing homeowners with the opportunity to infuse their own preferences seamlessly,” Shuffler said. “This flexibility not only ensures a tailored living experience but also contributes to the efficiency of Empire’s building process.”

Buying a home can be daunting for individuals. To help future homeowners with the process, Empire Communities has model homes open at Goodnight Ranch.

“Prospective homeowners can walk through our model homes and witness firsthand how our home designs come to life and see how the interior selections transforms the space, creating a unique atmosphere in every room,” Shuffler said.

The Goodnight Ranch community offers residents a wealth of on-site amenities, including:

• a three-mile trail system
• a community pool
• four ponds
• parks, including Onion Creek Metro Park District, in District Trails
• a future town center
• community gathering spaces
• an amenity center

Goodnight Ranch is designed to be a place where individuals can find everything they need within the community.

“The community is proud to pioneer a new region of Austin, offering a place to live, work and play without having to commute,” Shuffler said.

The master-planned community still gives residents easy access to Downtown Austin and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and has “a distinct Austin feel.”

Goodnight Ranch residents can get to know their neighbors while enjoying community amenities and by attending community events.

“The community is very active, hosting multiple events planned throughout the year by Benchmark Development and exclusive events held by Empire,” Shuffler said.

While there are many homebuilders in the Austin area, Shuffler said Empire Communities is unique because of its care for the craft.

“Empire Communities has established a tradition of creating prestigious, award-winning new homes and communities,” Shuffler said “For over 30 years, we’ve encouraged our homeowners to dream bigger and live better. As one of North America’s largest family-owned and operated builders, we are proud to bring homeownership to life for hundreds of families.”

Interested in making Goodnight Ranch your new home? Future homeowners can learn more about Empire Communities on the company’s website.

The above story was produced by Multi-platform Journalist Mary Katherine Shapiro with Community Impact’s Storytelling team with information solely provided by the local business as part of their “sponsored content” purchase through our advertising team.