The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78730 sells for about $1,300,000, or $450 per square foot.
Prices are up +29.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 83 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,200 a month.
ZIP 78730 — Austin
The 78730 housing market is currently experiencing significant price appreciation, with a median home price of $1.77M. While inventory remains tight, the market is seeing a shift toward more balanced conditions as buyers navigate higher price points and interest rate environments.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with scenic views, proximity to outdoor recreation, and a quieter environment than downtown Austin.
Median prices moved up 29.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 83 days on market with 7.1 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 3.0% — 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 11.8%/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 10.4%/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 78730, Travis County TX
The area is generally considered safe with low crime rates compared to the broader Austin metropolitan region.
Schools serving the area are highly rated, typically falling within the Round Rock or Austin Independent School Districts.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk due to its location in the Hill Country and potential for flash flooding near local creeks and Lake Travis.
The area is experiencing steady residential development with proximity to major tech corridors in Northwest Austin.
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).
Commuters primarily utilize RM 620 and Loop 360 to access major employment hubs in North and Central Austin.
Residents have access to extensive outdoor amenities including Emma Long Metropolitan Park, Lake Travis, and several private golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by high-end single-family homes with limited inventory and stable demand from professionals.
The local economy is driven by the broader Austin tech sector, with many residents commuting to major employers in the nearby technology corridor.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with major corridors including RM 620 and Loop 360.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion and supporting retail infrastructure.
The Travis Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for the area.
Parcels are subject to various taxing entities including school districts and potential MUDs for utility services.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional wildfire and storm risks.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 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.
- Kalahari Indoor Water Park4.416 mi
- Cidercade Austin4.410.2 mi
- Austin’s4.112 mi
- Austin Aquarium46 mi
- Museum of Illusions Austin4.56.9 mi
- Moody Center4.49.1 mi
- The Oasis On Lake Travis4.23 mi
- Mozart's Coffee Roasters4.56.3 mi
- H-E-B Center at Cedar Park4.511.7 mi
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema South Lamar4.59.3 mi
- Texas Capitol4.79 mi
- Zilker Metropolitan Park4.88.3 mi
- Mozart's Coffee Roasters4.56.3 mi
- Cinemark Pflugerville 20 and XD4.511.7 mi
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema South Lamar4.59.3 mi
- Texas Capitol4.79 mi
- Palmer Events Center4.59.3 mi
- Bullock Texas State History Museum4.78.8 mi
- Thinkery4.69.6 mi
- Blanton Museum of Art4.78.8 mi
- Zilker Metropolitan Park4.88.3 mi
- Pease District Park4.88.2 mi
- Zilker Botanical Garden4.68.2 mi
- Mueller Lake Park4.79.6 mi
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park4.63.1 mi
- Texas Rowing Center4.68.2 mi
- Lakeway Marina4.78.7 mi
- Paradise Cove Marina47.3 mi
- Highland Lakes Marina3.96.5 mi
- Riviera Marina4.74.7 mi
- Topgolf Austin4.47.5 mi
- Avery Ranch Golf Club3.99.9 mi
- Morris Williams Golf Course4.110.4 mi
- Falconhead Golf Club3.78.5 mi
- Butler Pitch & Putt4.59.1 mi
- Barton Creek Square4.48.2 mi
- The Domain4.67.1 mi
- Lakeline Mall4.27 mi
- H-E-B4.410.6 mi
- Domain NORTHSIDE4.67.3 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport4.115.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Over 1,100 acres of land for hiking, biking, and water access.
Major regional destination for boating and water sports.
Private golf course weaving through the local community.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 36.2% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $1,770,000 (+36.2% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.