Cimarron Hills is the only Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course community in the greater Austin metro, and that distinction drives everything about the neighborhood. With just 350 homesites spread across 1,000 acres, density stays low and lot sizes stay large. Homes currently range from around $700K to well over $3M, putting this firmly in Georgetown’s luxury tier.

The bundled golf membership model sets Cimarron Hills apart from communities where club dues are optional. Every homeowner pays into the club, which funds the 45,000 square foot clubhouse, course maintenance, and resort-style amenities. That structure keeps the facilities in top condition but adds to the monthly carrying cost. Buyers need to factor membership fees on top of the purchase price.

Georgetown ISD serves the community, which matters for the small percentage of residents with school-age children. But the real demographic here skews toward empty nesters and retirees relocating from higher-cost markets in California, the Northeast, and other parts of Texas. Many buyers are coming out of $1.5M+ homes elsewhere and see Cimarron Hills as comparable quality at a lower price point.

The gated entry and west-of-town location mean fewer through-traffic shortcuts and a quieter feel than Georgetown’s newer master-planned subdivisions closer to I-35. That tradeoff is a longer drive to H-E-B and downtown, typically 15 to 20 minutes depending on which entrance you use.

Resale homes in Cimarron Hills typically trade between $700K and $1.5M, with canyon-view lots commanding the upper end of that range. Most resales fall in the 2,500 to 4,500 square foot range, three to five bedrooms, built with the heavy stone exteriors and covered outdoor living spaces that define the community’s look.

Architectural styles lean Tuscan, Mediterranean, and Hill Country. You won’t find vinyl siding or builder-grade facades here. Even the semi-custom homes from the original phases feature real stone, timber accents, and oversized patios designed around the terrain. Homes backing to the canyon or the golf course carry a consistent premium over interior lots.

Custom builds on remaining final-phase lots start around $1.5M and push past $3M depending on size and site work. These lots give buyers full control over floor plan and finishes, but the community’s architectural review committee keeps standards tight. Expect 4,000 to 6,000 square feet on most new custom projects.

Inventory stays low. Cimarron Hills has roughly 350 homes at buildout, and turnover is slow. When resales hit the market, well-priced listings in the $800K to $1.1M range move within 30 to 45 days. Buyers waiting for a specific lot position or view corridor should be prepared to monitor listings closely.

Cimarron Hills feeds into Georgetown ISD, which runs 22 campuses and serves roughly 13,500 students across the district. GISD holds TEA-recognized status and consistently ranks among the stronger public school districts in the greater Austin metro.

The typical feeder pattern for Cimarron Hills routes students through one of GISD’s eastern-corridor elementary campuses, then to Tippit Middle School, and up to Georgetown High School or East View High School depending on the specific lot address. Georgetown High sits closer to the historic downtown square, while East View anchors the eastern side of the district. Both campuses offer UIL athletics, fine arts programs, and dual-credit partnerships with Southwestern University.

Buyers with school-age children should verify the exact campus assignments for their target lot before making an offer. GISD redraws attendance boundaries periodically as new residential development shifts enrollment, and a home on one side of a street can feed into a different elementary than the home across from it. The district’s enrollment office will confirm current assignments by address.

Private school families also have options within a short drive. Georgetown has several faith-based K-8 campuses, and Round Rock’s larger private school corridor is about 15 minutes south on I-35. For Military families using the interstate to reach Fort Cavazos, the 45-minute commute keeps GISD as a practical school district choice compared to Killeen ISD options closer to post.

Cimarron Hills is the right fit for a narrow buyer profile, and that’s by design. If you want a gated, golf-centered lifestyle with Hill Country views and you can clear $700K minimum with $800 to $1,200 in monthly dues on top of your mortgage, nothing else in Williamson County competes at this level.

The value proposition comes down to exclusivity plus location. You get a Jack Nicklaus Signature course, resort-caliber amenities, and canyon terrain without leaving Georgetown ISD’s school boundaries. That combination doesn’t exist anywhere else north of Austin. Buyers who price out of Cimarron Hills typically end up in Horseshoe Bay or Barton Creek, both of which add 30 to 45 minutes of commute time.

The tradeoffs are real. Entry costs are steep, resale inventory is thin, and the club fees hit every month whether you golf or not. SH-29 into Georgetown proper is your only corridor, and morning traffic toward I-35 stacks up during school months. Buyers who need a quick commute to downtown Austin should budget 50 to 60 minutes each way.

For Military families stationed at Fort Cavazos, the drive runs about 55 minutes against traffic. BAH at the O-4 and above tier can support a purchase here, but the monthly dues need to factor into your debt-to-income math from day one.