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Dessau

Dessau

$404,313 Average Value
$192 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Outlying suburbs conjoin growth in Pflugerville and Tech Ridge

Dessau falls into the unincorporated area north of Austin that conjoins two rapidly developing areas: Pflugerville and Tech Ridge. Although it's technically under Austin control, Dessau uses Pflugerville addresses. Consequently, most residents agree that the established neighborhoods and master-planned subdivisions of Dessau are more akin to Pflugerville than Tech Ridge. Either way, Dessau residents benefit from both worlds: the large parks, rich diversity and suburban spirit of Pflugerville, and the countless employers and explosive commercial development of Tech Ridge.
Craftsman ranchers in Dessau offer open layouts and classic single-story designs.
Craftsman ranchers in Dessau offer open layouts and classic single-story designs.
Dessau residents enjoy peaceful fishing at Parmer Pond, surrounded by nature.
Dessau residents enjoy peaceful fishing at Parmer Pond, surrounded by nature.
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Commuter suburb of snout houses and attached garages

"Central and South Pflugerville are, for the most part, older neighborhoods," says Miriam Moorman, a Realtor with Fathom Realty. "They are captured within the confines of Interstate 35 to the west, State Highway 130 to the east, 45 to the north, and Parmer Lane to the south." In Dessau, housing options primarily include established non-HOA neighborhoods and master-planned subdivisions like Cantarra Meadows and Greenwood, the latter with their own HOAs. Non-HOA neighborhoods include the communities of Dessau Estates, Bluebonnet Acres and Pflugerville Estates. Homes in these communities consist of midcentury and Craftsman-style ranchers built in the 1970s through the ’90s, with prices ranging from $200,000 to $600,000. Over in the master-planned subdivisions, modern design trends include a choice between single-story snout houses and two-story homes with built-in garages. Prices can range from $315,000 to $400,000 in a subdivision like Greenwood or $300,000 to $450,000 in Cantarra Meadows.
Many homes in Dessau feature built-in garages for added convenience and security.
Many homes in Dessau feature built-in garages for added convenience and security.
Midcentury ranchers in Dessau blend vintage style with timeless design.
Midcentury ranchers in Dessau blend vintage style with timeless design.
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BMX tracks and splash pads at Northeast Metropolitan Park

Northeast Metropolitan Park and its sprawling 420 acres serve as the primary recreation spot for residents of Dessau. In addition to a variety of park amenities, such as playgrounds, picnic tables, ball fields, a splash pad and multiuse trails, the park also includes a host of unique fixtures, like the Capitol City BMX Track, which offers practices, races and clinics all sanctioned by USABMX. Adrenaline junkies can also roll through the skate park. Closer to home, planned subdivisions like Cantarra Meadows have their own pools and playgrounds for resident use.

Diverse food truck villages and neighborhood barbecue meetups

Tucked away on an unassuming residential streetcorner, Red's Smoking BBQ is the obvious choice for locals looking to fill up on brisket or entertain a large group with catering options. Beyond barbecue, the multiculturalism of North Austin and Pflugerville collide in Dessau, providing a well-stocked array of international food. In the southwest corner of the neighborhood, a small but mighty food truck village offers everything from Mediterranean food at Al Demashqi to Mexican food at Taqueria Salena to Asian food at...Asian Food. "Diversity and equity are a key driver of our inclusive growth and vibrant community," Toledo says. "That's certainly something we bring up to new businesses that want to come here." A JD's Supermarket is the closest option for groceries and specialty Latin items, though most residents often travel a little over 4 miles west to the commercial bastion of Tech Ridge.
Al Demashqi near Dessau serves authentic kababs with rich Mediterranean flavors.
Al Demashqi near Dessau serves authentic kababs with rich Mediterranean flavors.
Red's Porch offers Dessau residents tasty BBQ with a cozy, Southern-inspired vibe.
Red's Porch offers Dessau residents tasty BBQ with a cozy, Southern-inspired vibe.
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Quick drives to Tech Ridge employers and Downtown Austin

Dessau is a popular commuter suburb because of its location between two major highways: Interstate 35 to the west and the Pickle Parkway, a toll road, to the east. But some residents don't have to travel far for major employers including General Motors, Qualcomm and the Samsung Semiconductor, all less than 5 miles away. Public transportation options include a CapMetro park-and-ride stop on Center Ridge Drive.

Slice of Pflugerville's culinary world tour

The City of Pflugerville maintains a busy calendar of events throughout the year. Its newest installment is the Slice of Pflugerville, an international food festival featuring an array of restauranteurs and vendors from across Austin. "We bring in food trucks with a variety of cultural foods, and people can buy a passport and try food from all the different options," Toledo says. "We've also had entertainers from all cultures, from Chinese dragon dancers to African drums." The HOAs in Dessau's master-planned subdivisions are also a common source of community engagement all year long.

A brand new middle school next door

Although the area is technically under the jurisdiction of Austin, students in Dessau attend Pflugerville schools. They begin at Dessau Elementary, which has a Niche rating of C. After that, students are split between Dessau Middle School, rated C-plus, and the district's newest school, as-yet-unrated Bohls Middle School, which opened in January of 2022. Students living in non-HOA neighborhoods attend Connally High School, rated B, while students living in Dessau's planned subdivisions attend Weiss High School, rated B-minus.
Dessau Elementary School is a popular choice for families residing in Dessau.
Dessau Elementary School is a popular choice for families residing in Dessau.
Many Dessau residents have children attending nearby Dessau Middle School.
Many Dessau residents have children attending nearby Dessau Middle School.
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Things to consider

As subdivisions like Greenwood continue to be built up, residents can expect the normal factors that follow construction — namely, noise and traffic. Dessau also contains some flood zones that slice southwestward along Harris Branch Creek, although there are few homes within these zones.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

35 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Dessau US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Dessau Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$385,927
Median Sale Price
$299,490
Median Single Family Sale Price
$222,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,464
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
2019
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,826
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

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    13601 Baileyfield Dr, Pflugerville, TX 78660

    $415,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,861 Sq Ft
    • 13601 Baileyfield Dr
    • New 15 days ago

    Come check out this thoughtfully designed modern home in Pflugerville, Texas. This home has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a split floorplan. The open concept layout has high ceilings and a seamless flow to a serene outdoor covered patio, making this home perfect for entertaining and relaxing all year long. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, an oversized quartz countertop, and

    Ben Patterson Realty Texas LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,452
Median Age
36
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$112,116
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$143,357

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
66.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.5%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
75.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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