Homes for Sale in Austin, TX
Austin is the state capital and one of the fastest-growing metros in the U.S., with nearly 1 million residents in the city and 1.3 million across Travis County. The tech sector (Tesla, Samsung, Apple, Google, Meta), the University of Texas, and state government drive the economy. Median home sale prices near $530K reflect a premium over San Antonio and Killeen, but Austin’s income levels ($91K median household) and job growth continue to attract buyers from both coasts.
Talk to an LRG Agent About Austin →Austin Demographics
Population, income, and housing tenure for the city and surrounding Travis County.
- Population967,862 / 1,310,000
- Median household income$91,461 / $97,169
- Median home value$487,600 / $487,600
- Median age34 yrs
- Population growth (2022–23)4.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
Austin Commute Times
Approximate driving times from central Austin. Peak times reflect weekday morning/evening commutes.
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Austin | Varies by neighborhood | 10–25 min | 20–45 min |
| Tesla Giga Texas (SE Austin) | ~15 mi from downtown | 15–20 min | 25–40 min |
| Samsung Taylor | ~35 mi NE | 35–40 min | 45–60 min |
| Apple / Domain area | ~10 mi N of downtown | 15 min | 25–35 min |
| Austin-Bergstrom Airport (ABIA) | ~8 mi SE of downtown | 12–15 min | 20–30 min |
| San Antonio (via I-35) | ~80 mi | 70–80 min | 90–120 min |
Austin at a Glance
What It Costs to Buy in Austin
Austin Neighborhoods
South Austin / 78704
Austin’s signature neighborhood corridor. Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and South Congress offer walkability, local restaurants, and strong appreciation. Median prices $500K–$900K.
South Austin neighborhood guide →Round Rock / Cedar Park
Suburban family corridors north of Austin with top-rated Williamson County schools (Round Rock ISD, Leander ISD). New construction from the mid-$300s. Strong tech-commuter base.
Round Rock guide → Talk to an agent →East Austin
Austin’s fastest-appreciating corridor. Former industrial areas now feature new townhomes, condos, and mixed-use development. Prices $400K–$700K with strong upside potential.
East Austin guide → Talk to an agent →Pflugerville / Hutto
Northeast suburban growth corridor with new master-planned communities from the low $300s. Pflugerville ISD and Hutto ISD. Strong first-time buyer market.
Pflugerville guide → Talk to an agent →Westlake / Lakeway
Austin’s premier luxury corridor west of downtown. Eanes ISD (top-rated), Lake Austin access, and homes from $800K to $3M+. The highest price point in the metro.
Lakeway guide → Talk to an agent →Buda / Kyle
Hays County growth cities south of Austin on I-35. Rapidly expanding with new construction from the mid-$200s. Hays CISD schools. Strong value play for Austin commuters.
Talk to an agent →Austin-Area Schools
The Austin metro is served by 10+ independent school districts. The district depends entirely on the property address.
| District | TEA Rating | Approx. Enrollment | Notable Areas Served |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin ISD | B | ~75,000 | Central, south, east Austin |
| Round Rock ISD | A | ~48,000 | Round Rock, north Austin, Brushy Creek |
| Leander ISD | A | ~42,000 | Cedar Park, Leander, NW Austin |
| Eanes ISD | A | ~8,000 | Westlake Hills, Rollingwood |
| Pflugerville ISD | B | ~26,000 | Pflugerville, NE Austin |
| Lake Travis ISD | A | ~12,000 | Lakeway, Bee Cave, Lake Travis |
| Hays CISD | B | ~22,000 | Buda, Kyle, south corridor |
| Del Valle ISD | B | ~12,000 | SE Austin, Del Valle, near ABIA |
