Chimney Rock
Homes overlooking a golf course
Chimney Rock consists of several subdivisions built mainly in the 1980s and 1990s, split by Buffalo Gap Road. Residents value privacy, as most neighborhoods lack sidewalks, preventing through traffic. On the right side of the road, Woodlake features brick, New Traditional and contemporary single-family homes with red-tiled roofs around the Abilene Country Club's south course. Fairway Oaks is a collection of brick townhomes along Fair Oaks Boulevard. Turning right onto Pinehurst leads to larger detached homes, including new constructions. South of Vaughn Camp Park, Canyon Rock Court offers lakeside homes on half-acre lots and modern houses over 3,800 square feet. Homes near the golf course and lake range from $400,000 to upwards of $1 million for custom builds. On the left side of Buffalo Gap Road, ranch-style homes backed against farmland range from $215,000 for 1,000 square feet to $485,000 for over 3,000 square feet. The area around Kirby Lake and Buttonwillow Creek can be prone to flooding.
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Food, decor and more at The Mall of Abilene
Grocery shopping in Chimney Rock is convenient, with Sam's Club on South Clack Street and Market Street near the Mall of Abilene on Buffalo Gap Road. The Mall of Abilene is still active and also houses the Abilene Public Library - South Branch. Nearby shopping centers include Target. Statesman Coffee Company offers a local cafe experience with an outdoor patio, and Oscar's Mexican Restaurant provides a homey feel with colorful murals. Heff's Burgers is a Texas chain, and Sharon's BBQ & Catering is known for traditional Texas barbecue and live music.Become a member of the Abilene Country Club
Vaughn Camp Park is a quiet lakefront park in the neighborhood and a popular spot for birthday parties and family gatherings. It features a playground, sports fields, and grills. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the private Abilene Country Club - South Course on Fairway Oaks Boulevard, which offers two 18-hole courses. Johnson mentions, "Steve Martin used to live right on the course as he was getting famous." Kirby Lake Park, home to the Wylie Little League, is next to the neighborhood, and additional recreation is available at the YMCA of Abilene in Redbud Park. The area also includes Abilene Clay Sports, a shooting range and sports club established in the 1950s.
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Uniting during the annual Fourth of July Parade
The community in Chimney Rock actively participates in neighborhood events. The annual Fourth of July Parade at the Abilene Country Club features decorated golf carts and antique cars. The Fairway Oaks Homeowner Association also organizes a Holiday Lighting Contest in December, fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere.Wylie ISD is highly-rated
The Wylie Independent School District is at the top of Abilene and is much smaller than Abilene ISD. The school district is growing, primarily due to new families relocating to Dyess Air Force Base, the city's largest employer. "Everyone wants to be in Wylie ISD," Johnson says. Wylie East Elementary, Wylie East Junior High and Wylie High School all have A grades on Niche. High schoolers can access robust career and technical education programs in agricultural sciences, engineering and business. The district also has its recreation center, known as the Dog House, accessible to all residents enrolled in Wylie ISD.
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Fly to Dallas with Abilene Regional Airport
U.S. 84 and Texas State Highway Loop 322 run along Chimney Rock's eastern edge. Though there is no public transit, downtown Abilene is less than a 20-minute drive away. The neighborhood is also home to Hendrick Medical Center South, which provides emergency care, and Windmill Animal Hospital. Abilene Regional Airport is 10 miles northeast and offers several daily flights to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melinda McCarty
Melinda McCarty
eXp Realty LLC
(325) 400-2838
6 Total Sales
3 in Chimney Rock
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Clay McCullar
Clay McCullar
Responds QuicklyMcCullar Properties Group LLC
(325) 238-6955
66 Total Sales
2 in Chimney Rock
$398K - $445K Price Range
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Brandi Smith
Brandi Smith
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Big Country
(325) 455-2066
589 Total Sales
21 in Chimney Rock
$165K - $425K Price Range
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Karis Crawford
Karis Crawford
Responds QuicklyJPAR
(325) 238-7513
11 Total Sales
1 in Chimney Rock
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Roberta Borlovan
Roberta Borlovan
Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS
(325) 238-9718
76 Total Sales
1 in Chimney Rock
$249,900 Price
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Kimm Ferrell
Kimm Ferrell
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Big Country
(325) 455-8764
230 Total Sales
11 in Chimney Rock
$190K - $350K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- 1st to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Vaughn Camp Park
Red Bud Park
Lake Kirby Park & Nature Play Area
- Fishing
- Lake
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Chimney Rock | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Chimney Rock Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chimney Rock, Abilene sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chimney Rock, Abilene over the last 12 months is $347,500, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$359,990
Median Sale Price
$347,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$363,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$268,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
86
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$253
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,735
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,040
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,751
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,720
Median Age
44
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,872
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,841
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.9%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
25''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Over Place
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Park Central
Mixed-use community near shopping and Dyess Air Force Base
River Oaks-Brookhollow
Community fueled by Abilene's oil industry that's close to restaurants and retail
South Treadaway
South end community home to Abilene Country Club
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