The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78681 sells for about $480,000, or $241 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,165 a month.
ZIP 78681 — Round Rock
The 78681 housing market shows signs of stabilization with a median price of $480,000 and a moderate inventory level. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight decline, the area remains attractive due to its strong school district and proximity to major employment hubs. Market activity is currently driven by steady demand from family buyers despite broader economic headwinds.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers seeking high-quality schools and professionals commuting to the North Austin tech corridor, offering a suburban lifestyle with robust amenities.
Median prices moved down 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 4.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 78681, Williamson County TX
Crime rates in the 78681 area remain relatively low compared to the broader Austin-Round Rock metropolitan region, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by highly regarded public schools within the Round Rock Independent School District, which is a primary driver for family-oriented housing demand.
The region faces standard Texas climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and occasional flash flooding, with property insurance premiums trending upward due to regional weather patterns.
The area benefits from proximity to major corporate campuses in the North Austin tech corridor and ongoing mixed-use development along the I-35 and SH-45 corridors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents typically face a 20-30 minute commute to major employment hubs in North Austin and Round Rock, with primary access via I-35 and the SH-45 toll road.
The ZIP features extensive access to Brushy Creek Regional Trail, multiple community parks, and proximity to major shopping centers like the Round Rock Premium Outlets.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from families and professionals, with moderate vacancy pressure and a limited but present short-term rental market.
The economy is anchored by the technology, healthcare, and education sectors, with significant employment provided by nearby Dell Technologies and the Austin metro tech corridor.
The area is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with primary transit corridors being I-35 and the SH-45 toll road; public transit options are limited.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects and residential infill, with significant attention on improving arterial road capacity.
The Williamson Central Appraisal District manages property assessments, typically conducting annual reviews to align with market values.
Parcels are subject to various MUDs and the Round Rock ISD tax levy, which constitutes a significant portion of the total property tax bill.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional weather risks, including hail and wind damage, common in Central Texas.
Texas continues to see strong net domestic migration, with the Austin-Round Rock area being a primary destination for relocating professionals.
Texas operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively expedited processes compared to judicial states.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property and known defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 78681 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- Kalahari Indoor Water Park4.44.7 mi
- Cidercade Austin4.418.5 mi
- Austin’s4.14.6 mi
- Austin Aquarium46.9 mi
- Sweet Eats Adventure Farm & Petting Zoo4.316.8 mi
- Moody Center4.416.5 mi
- The Oasis On Lake Travis4.212.5 mi
- Mozart's Coffee Roasters4.516 mi
- H-E-B Center at Cedar Park4.56.8 mi
- Topgolf Austin4.48.3 mi
- Cinemark Pflugerville 20 and XD4.55.6 mi
- Austin’s4.14.6 mi
- Inner Space Cavern4.76.3 mi
- Pins & Wheels At Playland4.510.1 mi
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Lakeline4.46.4 mi
- Texas Capitol4.716.9 mi
- Palmer Events Center4.518 mi
- Bullock Texas State History Museum4.716.5 mi
- Thinkery4.615.3 mi
- Blanton Museum of Art4.716.5 mi
- Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park4.78.2 mi
- Play for All Abilities Park4.93.4 mi
- Brushy Creek Lake Park4.73.8 mi
- Lakeline Park4.86.6 mi
- Hippie Hollow Park4.612.8 mi
- Topgolf Austin4.48.3 mi
- Avery Ranch Golf Club3.93.8 mi
- Teravista Golf Club3.74.4 mi
- The Golf Club at Star Ranch4.57.7 mi
- Forest Creek Golf Club4.36.5 mi
- Round Rock Premium Outlets4.43.5 mi
- The Domain4.68.1 mi
- Lakeline Mall4.26.7 mi
- Domain NORTHSIDE4.68 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport4.122.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive hike and bike trail system serving the community.
Major regional retail destination located nearby.
Large municipal park with sports facilities and event space.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 12.7% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict.