Berry Creek is an established master-planned community in Georgetown with a private golf course, swim center, and Georgetown ISD schools. Homes range from the low $300Ks in older sections to $650K+ in newer construction phases. The community sits on the north side of Georgetown with easy access to I-35 and the downtown square.
Georgetown’s Berry Creek corridor
Berry Creek stands apart from Georgetown’s newer master-planned communities because it was built around an existing 18-hole championship golf course, not the other way around. That distinction shows in the lot sizes, the mature tree canopy, and the way homes sit relative to the fairways. Most competing communities added golf as an amenity. Berry Creek was designed as a golf neighborhood from the start.
The Berry Creek Country Club anchors daily life here, but you don’t have to be a member to live in the neighborhood. Non-members still get the tree-lined streets, the established landscaping, and a location eight miles north of the Georgetown Square with easy access to I-35. Homes range from 1980s originals with larger lots to newer construction in Berry Creek Highlands on the community’s north side.
Buyers comparing golf communities across the metro can browse the Austin neighborhood directory for side-by-side neighborhood breakdowns.
- Built around an 18-hole championship golf course that predates the neighborhood
- Located 8 miles north of downtown Georgetown off Williams Drive
- Tree-lined streets with mature landscaping uncommon in newer Georgetown communities
- Berry Creek Country Club anchors the community with golf and social amenities
Berry Creek at a glance
What Berry Creek offers buyers
Berry Creek’s housing mix spans single-family homes from the early 1990s through recent new construction in Berry Creek Highlands, giving buyers a wide price range within one community. Older resale homes on interior lots typically start in the low $300s, while updated properties along the golf course or with Hill Country views push into the $500s and above. New builds from Ashton Woods in the Highlands section list from the mid-$400s into the $600s with modern open floor plans and energy-efficient features.
Most homes range from 1,800 to 3,500 square feet, with three to five bedrooms. You’ll find single-story options throughout the original sections, which keeps Berry Creek on the radar for buyers planning to age in place. Lot sizes generally run a quarter acre or larger. Buyers researching listings can view Georgetown homes for sale for current inventory.
- Homes range from early 1990s resales to new construction in Berry Creek Highlands
- Ashton Woods builds new single-family homes in the Highlands section
- Tree-lined streets and mature landscaping define the established core neighborhoods
- Berry Creek Country Club anchors the community with a classic residential feel
How Berry Creek compares to nearby Georgetown communities
| Feature | Berry Creek | Sun City | Wolf Ranch | Cimarron Hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price range | $350K–$650K | $230K–$500K+ | $400K–$800K+ | $700K–$3M+ |
| School district | GISD | GISD | GISD | GISD |
| HOA/mo | $50–$150 | $85–$130 | $75–$120 | $800–$1,200 |
| Golf | Private 18-hole | 3 courses | No | Jack Nicklaus Signature |
| Age restriction | None | 55+ | None | None |
Where to focus inside Berry Creek
Berry Creek breaks into a few distinct pockets that feel different on the ground. The original sections near the country club, built through the 1990s and early 2000s, sit on larger lots with mature tree canopy and back up to the golf course. These homes carry the most character and tend to trade between the mid $300s and low $500s depending on size and course frontage.
Berry Creek Highlands is the newest phase, with Ashton Woods building new construction on the community’s north side. Buyers here get current floor plans and energy packages but smaller lots and less shade. Pricing in Highlands starts in the upper $300s and climbs past $500K for larger builds.
Between those two anchors, several mid-2000s sections fill in with standard suburban layouts on quarter-acre lots. These middle sections offer the most inventory at any given time and the strongest value per square foot in Berry Creek.
- Original sections near the country club date to the 1990s with mature tree canopy
- Berry Creek Highlands offers new construction by Ashton Woods on the north end
- Master-planned layout connects subdivisions through tree-lined streets and shared amenities
- Country club anchors the community with golf course views across older and newer sections
Campuses that serve Berry Creek
Berry Creek feeds into Georgetown ISD, with Village Elementary, Forbes Middle School, and Georgetown High School as the primary campuses. GISD consistently earns strong accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency, and Georgetown High draws families for its athletics and career-track programs. Berry Creek spans multiple GISD attendance zones, so some addresses may feed to different campuses. Verify your specific zone using the boundary tool at georgetownisd.org before making an offer.
The district’s presence factors into the property tax rate, which runs around 2.2% when you combine Williamson County, Georgetown ISD, and Berry Creek MUD obligations. That rate is typical for this part of the county but worth budgeting against your purchase price early. HOA dues range from $50 to $150 per month depending on your section, covering common area maintenance and golf course access through the Berry Creek HOA.
- Georgetown ISD feeder pattern includes Village Elementary and Forbes Middle School
- Georgetown High School serves as the main high school campus
- GISD maintains solid ratings across its elementary and middle campuses
- Berry Creek families access all three school levels within the district
Getting around from Berry Creek
Berry Creek sits about 30 miles north of downtown Austin, which translates to 35 to 50 minutes on I-35 depending on when you leave. Morning rush southbound between Round Rock and the 183 split is the bottleneck, and it can push that drive past an hour if you’re heading to the Domain or downtown. Residents commuting to the Apple or Dell campuses in north Austin have a shorter run, typically 25 to 35 minutes door to door.
SH 195 gives you a western bypass toward Cedar Park and the 183A toll road, which avoids the worst of I-35 congestion. That route works well for employers along the Research Boulevard corridor. For a full breakdown of how Georgetown’s neighborhoods compare on commute times and access, check out the Best Neighborhoods in Georgetown guide.
The Georgetown MetroRail station is about 15 minutes south on I-35, offering a rail option into downtown Austin for those willing to drive to the platform. Most Berry Creek residents drive, and a growing number work remotely, which makes the neighborhood’s quiet setting a real advantage over closer-in subdivisions with the same price tag.
- Berry Creek sits about 30 miles north of downtown Austin off I-35
- Morning rush-hour commute runs 35 to 50 minutes southbound
- Reverse commute from Austin to Georgetown is typically under 30 minutes
- Sun Metro express and Capital Metro connectors serve Georgetown commuters
Who Berry Creek fits
What to verify before you buy in Berry Creek
Confirm your exact school zone before writing an offer. Berry Creek spans multiple Georgetown ISD attendance boundaries, so not every address feeds to Village Elementary, Forbes Middle, and Georgetown High. Use the GISD boundary tool at georgetownisd.org to verify your lot’s assignment.
Budget for a total property tax rate around 2.2%, which stacks Williamson County, Georgetown ISD, and Berry Creek MUD assessments. HOA dues run $50 to $150 per month depending on your section, covering common area maintenance and golf course access through the Berry Creek HOA. Factor both into your monthly payment estimate before you tour.
Pull the MUD disclosure for your specific lot. Berry Creek’s MUD boundaries affect tax rates and utility providers, and sellers are required to provide this at contract. Review the country club membership structure separately since golf and pool access carry their own fees beyond the HOA.
- School zones vary by address so confirm your feeder pattern before offering
- Georgetown ISD serves Berry Creek but attendance boundaries shift by street
- HOA covenants require architectural review before any exterior modifications
- Property tax rate runs roughly 2.1 percent across Williamson County
The verdict on Berry Creek
Berry Creek is one of Georgetown’s strongest buys for families and retirees who want an established neighborhood with real amenities, not just a sales center and a promise. The golf course, mature tree canopy, and mix of 1990s resales alongside new construction in Berry Creek Highlands give buyers options at multiple price points without sacrificing community infrastructure.
Budget for a property tax rate around 2.2% when you factor in Williamson County, Georgetown ISD, and Berry Creek MUD. HOA dues run $50 to $150 per month depending on your section, covering common areas and country club access. Those costs are competitive for what you get.
The trade-off is the commute. If you work in Austin, plan on 35 to 50 minutes each way on I-35. Buyers who work in Round Rock, Cedar Park, or Georgetown itself get the better end of that deal. Confirm your Georgetown ISD attendance zone before making an offer, since not every Berry Creek address feeds to the same campuses.
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- U.S. Census Bureau demographic data
- FEMA Flood Maps flood zone verification
