Apache Shores
Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas
Travis County 78734
Custom building for less than most of Austin
There are still some original ranchers and small cottages throughout the neighborhood, but these do not often go up for sale. What tends to be the most popular option is custom building, often resulting in a multi-story new traditional farmhouse with modern fixtures and design elements. Most development lots sell for at least $75,000 and can reach as high as $500,000 depending on acreage and location, and that's not including the cost to build. "Anything in Apache shores that's on Lake Austin is $2 million-plus," Rogacki says. While there are still some deals to be found around $600,000, most buyers can expect to pay at least $775,000 or more, often going into the millions.
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Lake access and Hill Country views all around
With a location between Lake Austin and Lake Travis, residents find themselves in one of the most scenic areas near Austin. "What sets us apart from I think anywhere else in Texas is the Hill Country views. It's absolutely gorgeous," Rogacki says. "You have easy access to two large bodies of water, so it's the closest place to go to get on your boat or get on a friend's boat and go swimming. And it's clear water, so you're not going into this murky, dark water like you see in some other lakes around the country." If they prefer to stay on shore, there's plenty of other places to go, including a neighborhood community center with a swimming pool and tennis courts. Public golf courses, such as Falconhead, are in no shortage around the region. For something more serene, the Chaetura Canyon Wildlife Preserve sits inside the community. This 8-acre sanctuary for Chimney Swifts and Golden-cheeked Warblers and all other kinds of wildlife is among the best birdwatching areas in Hill Country, but advance reservations are required.
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Top-tier schools with early college credits
One of the biggest draws to the area is that "It's got fantastic schools," Rogacki says. "Lake Travis ISD is one of the best districts in the state." Most students begin at Lake Travis Elementary, rated B-plus by Niche. Next comes Hudson Bend Middle School, which has a Niche score of A and class sizes well below the national average of 17 students per teacher. Finally, students attend Lake Travis High School for grades 9-12, which is an A-rated school that offers dual enrollment courses with the University of Texas at Austin.
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Block parties and seasonal markets
The Apache Shores Property Owners Association hosts frequent events and activities that get the community together. Events like pumpkin carving, holiday and springtime markets, and wintertime Polar Plunges in Lake Austin are just a few of the ways residents become engrained in their community. "A lot of the people in these communities all become friends," Rogacki says. "There's always little block parties, or during the holidays, they all get together."
A car-dependent, main route community
Apache Shores residents are fully car-dependent, as there are no sidewalks nor public transportation in the neighborhood. Traffic is generally not too heavy, although the main connection route to the neighborhood of Ranch Road 620 does experience slowdowns near more developed areas such as the Lakeway Town Center.Torchy's Tacos and cigar bars in Lakeway
About 3 miles down Ranch Road 620, the Lakeway Town Center is where most Apache Shores residents go for entertainment and necessities. Restocking the pantry is easy with the choice between a Randalls or a H-E-B grocery store. Other errands, like mailing packages, depositing checks and refilling prescriptions can also be taken care of at the town center. Right next door, Oaks at Lakeway shopping mall has a litany of chain and local eateries to try, from lunch at Torchy's Tacos to brunch with friends at Vivel Crepes & Coffee. And even further east, Lakeway Plaza houses additional eateries, as well as nightlife options, including a cigar bar and an Irish pub.
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Things to consider
Apache Shores is in an ember zone, leaving it mildly vulnerable to wildfires. In the summertime, "it gets so extremely hot here," Rogacki says. Lowering the heat index and wildfire risk is largely dependent on a property's mitigation, which the Austin Area Wildfire Division has created extensive online resources for. Pet owners should also take note of their area's non-human inhabitants. "We don't have wildlife issues, except for the normal deer. And we do have coyotes," Rogacki says.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Richard White
Richard White
Encore Real Estate
(855) 964-4837
23 Total Sales
1 in Apache Shores
$377,000 Price
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Eileen Depew
Eileen Depew
Keller Williams - Lake Travis
(844) 260-2317
80 Total Sales
1 in Apache Shores
$496,000 Price
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Judith Bundschuh
Judith Bundschuh
Catalyst Realty
(888) 373-0840
20 Total Sales
1 in Apache Shores
$495,000 Price
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Maria Aguirre
Maria Aguirre
Keller Williams - Lake Travis
(877) 750-2940
128 Total Sales
4 in Apache Shores
$207K - $1.1M Price Range
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Adelina Rotar
Adelina Rotar
Keller Williams Realty
(865) 507-1389
589 Total Sales
3 in Apache Shores
$156K - $548K Price Range
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Sarah McAloon
Sarah McAloon
Responds QuicklyCompass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 377-4351
107 Total Sales
1 in Apache Shores
$745,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Arkansas Bend Park
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Fishing
Lakeway City Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Mansfield Dam Park
Jessica Hollis Park
Fritz Hughes Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Geronimo Park
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Apache Shores | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Apache Shores Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Apache Shores, Austin sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Apache Shores, Austin over the last 12 months is $580,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$680,000
Median Sale Price
$580,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$651,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$465,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
85
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$360
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,726
Number of Homes for Sale
67
Median Year Built
2003
Months of Supply
9.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,372
Above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,046
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 1pm
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Saturday, Jun 143 - 5pm
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Sunday, Jun 1511am - 1pm
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
6,699
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$106,944
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$150,684
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
49.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.7%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
7
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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