Harris Branch
Homes with front gables and grand entrances
Home prices usually land around $350,000 to $525,000, although a few newly renovated builds can dip into the $600,000 to $700,000 range. “It’s also a decent place to invest,” Podrebarac says. “And you might find a higher percentage of renters here than you’d expect.” Closest to Route 290, the Meadowview neighborhood features taller homes with steep front gables and grand entrances. Front yards are shallow, but most properties have mature trees that provide shade from the summer sun. Farther north up Harris Branch Parkway, the Lakeview area’s winding streets circle around central cul-de-sacs where homes alternate between slender, tall builds and stocky, short properties. To the east, the entrance to Bellingham Meadows rises like a castle turret. Homes still feature vibrant brick siding, but architectural styles are more uniform with entire rows of Victorian-inspired, front-gabled buildings.Staying active in the community
Near the intersection of Harris Branch Parkway and East Parmer Lane, a petite, neat grid of houses accompanies a colorful neighborhood playground. Bellingham Meadows is one of the few subdivisions that has its own pool, as well as a soft dirt trail that’s whittled into the grass and winds through young trees, behind rows of homes and around a small pond. On the other side of the community, Harris Branch Neighborhood Park and Amenity Center flank both sides of Farmhaven Road with a pool, tennis and basketball courts to the east and open parkland with a smattering of evergreens to the west.
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Neighborhood schools by the park
Right beside the neighborhood park is Bluebonnet Trail Elementary, which is part of the Manor Independent School District. It receives a B-minus score on Niche, while Decker Middle scores a C-minus. Manor New Technology High, rated a B-plus, is part of the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics initiative to improve instruction and academic performance across the state.
Try a local loaded Frito pie
The closest grocery store, H-E-B, is just over five miles away. But, right in the neighborhood, Liz’s Grill operates out of a unique general store. Their claim to fame is the loaded Frito pie, which tops crunchy corn chips with steaming picadillo — a thick, fragrant stew with ground beef — and all the classic taco toppings.
Many flea market vendors to choose from
On the weekends, it’s common for residents to venture south to visit the Austin Country Flea Market, one of central Texas’s longest-running markets. The market has live music, concessions and space for over 300 vendors — from tires and tools to crafts and collectibles.
Commute to Downtown Austin in less than 20 minutes
With limited sidewalks outside of subdivisions and no access to public transportation, Harris Branch is very car-dependent. Via toll road 290, Downtown Austin is about a 12.5-mile or 18-minute drive.
Important to know
Some residents say the landfill next to the neighborhood is a non-issue while others say that houses closest to it can smell an unpleasant odor. Noise pollution and vultures are also cited as side effects of the landfill.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Anthony Sanchez
Anthony Sanchez
Bolanos Realty
(888) 961-9772
19 Total Sales
1 in Harris Branch
$435,000 Price
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Arlene Maze
Arlene Maze
Bramlett Partners
(737) 377-2571
152 Total Sales
1 in Harris Branch
$372,000 Price
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Albert Chen
Albert Chen
AATX Residential
(737) 237-0163
171 Total Sales
1 in Harris Branch
$430,000 Price
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Guadalupe Abbud
Guadalupe Abbud
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(512) 790-9423
49 Total Sales
1 in Harris Branch
$399,000 Price
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Lori Anne Goto
Lori Anne Goto
Responds QuicklyEncore Real Estate
(737) 237-9768
83 Total Sales
1 in Harris Branch
$362,000 Price
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Chrissy Caputo
Chrissy Caputo
Austin Summit Group
(737) 255-8675
249 Total Sales
1 in Harris Branch
$380,000 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
Copperfield Neighborhood Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Colony Park
Jennie Lane Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
East Metropolitan Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
Harris Branch Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Gustavo "Gus" L. Garcia District Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Harris Branch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harris Branch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harris Branch, Austin sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Harris Branch, Austin over the last 12 months is $419,000, down 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$552,450
Median Sale Price
$419,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$705,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-32%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$403
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,623
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,998
On par with the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 3111:30am - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,235 - $2,405 per month
- Eightyone10 Blue Goose
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 582+ Sq Ft
- 8110 Blue Goose Rd
- Manor, TX
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$1,108 - $2,368 per month
- Creekside on Parmer Lane
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 634+ Sq Ft
- 5401 E Parmer Ln
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,256
Median Age
36
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,378
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,126
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
50.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.9%
% Population in Labor Force
79.9%
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®
33
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 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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