The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78717 sells for about $560,000, or $231 per square foot.
Prices are up +7.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 73 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,500 a month.
ZIP 78717 — Austin
The 78717 housing market shows signs of stability with a median sale price of $560K and a year-over-year increase of 7.7%. While demand remains competitive, the market requires careful navigation due to higher price points and longer days on market compared to previous years. Data for specific metrics like sales count and months of supply were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and professionals working in the Austin tech sector who prioritize access to quality schools and suburban amenities.
Median prices moved up 7.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 73 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · poverty 5.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 78717, Williamson County TX
The area is served by highly-rated public schools within the Round Rock Independent School District.
The area benefits from proximity to major tech employers in the Austin metro and ongoing residential development in the Avery Ranch corridor.
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 commute of approximately 27.7 minutes, with access to major corridors like US-183 and the MoPac Expressway for travel toward the Austin employment core.
The area features extensive amenities including the Avery Ranch Golf Club, numerous community parks, and proximity to Brushy Creek Lake Park.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and professional management, with median rents around $2,500.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Austin-Round Rock tech corridor, with significant employment in technology, healthcare, and professional services.
The area is primarily car-dependent, relying on major highway arteries like US-183 and SH-45 for regional connectivity.
Ongoing residential and mixed-use development continues to expand the suburban footprint of the Avery Ranch area.
The Williamson Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for the area.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to various special districts, including Round Rock ISD and local Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs).
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Data retrieved from Census Reporter and data.census.gov.
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.
- Kalahari Indoor Water Park4.48.8 mi
- Cidercade Austin4.416.6 mi
- Austin’s4.16.7 mi
- Austin Aquarium43.1 mi
- Museum of Illusions Austin4.57.2 mi
- Moody Center4.414.8 mi
- The Oasis On Lake Travis4.28.4 mi
- Mozart's Coffee Roasters4.513.6 mi
- H-E-B Center at Cedar Park4.54.4 mi
- Topgolf Austin4.47.3 mi
- Cinemark Pflugerville 20 and XD4.57.3 mi
- Austin’s4.16.7 mi
- Inner Space Cavern4.79.5 mi
- Pins & Wheels At Playland4.58.6 mi
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Lakeline4.42.1 mi
- Texas Capitol4.715.1 mi
- Palmer Events Center4.516 mi
- Bullock Texas State History Museum4.714.8 mi
- Thinkery4.614 mi
- Blanton Museum of Art4.714.7 mi
- Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park4.78.2 mi
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park4.612 mi
- Play for All Abilities Park4.97.4 mi
- Brushy Creek Lake Park4.71.1 mi
- Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve4.712.4 mi
- Texas Rowing Center4.615.2 mi
- Lakeway Marina4.715 mi
- Paradise Cove Marina411.3 mi
- Highland Lakes Marina3.98.9 mi
- Riviera Marina4.77.7 mi
- Topgolf Austin4.47.3 mi
- Avery Ranch Golf Club3.90.9 mi
- Teravista Golf Club3.78.3 mi
- River Place Country Club4.39.9 mi
- Forest Creek Golf Club4.310.5 mi
- Round Rock Premium Outlets4.47.2 mi
- The Domain4.66.8 mi
- Lakeline Mall4.22.4 mi
- Domain NORTHSIDE4.66.9 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport4.121.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A premier 18-hole golf course serving the local community.
A large regional park offering trails, water access, and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).