Hornsby Bend
Bright, modern builds to neutral-toned cottages
Houses in the various subdivisions usually range from $300,000 to $500,000, although a few of the newest homes closer to the city can top out around $850,000. Still, homebuyers often remark that the area is “more affordable than the city, but close enough to still enjoy it,” says Realtor Nick Podrebarac. In the center of the community, the Austins’ Colony neighborhood, the streetscape shuffles between one- and two-story builds, and homes sit quite close together. To the south, the Hornsby Glen area sits right on the river bend with modern homes in bright colors and asymmetrical gables. To the north, the flat-roofed buildings transition to neutral-toned cottages with narrow covered porches.Breaking ground on expanding education
On the far west side of the community, a small portion of homes are zoned for the Manor Independent School District, but the majority of Hornsby Bend is zoned for the Del Valle Independent School District. Students can attend either Hornsby-Dunlap or Gilbert Elementary, moving on to Dailey Middle — all of which are rated C overall on Niche. There is currently only one public high school, Del Valle High, earning a B-minus; however, in 2023 the district broke ground on a second high school to accommodate the area’s growth due to the Tesla factory.Avian enthusiasts can visit the Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory
Hornsby Bend’s original claim to fame rests on the wings of rare migratory birds, first discovered in the area in the 1960s. Now, the Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory sits on 1,200 acres of habitat that includes ponds, woodlands and open fields. Hornsby Bend also sits just south of the massive Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park, which includes a lake and boat access, picnic areas and endless trails. Most of the area’s subdivisions include a small park or playground, but larger playscapes can be found on the community’s eastern end at Webberville Park — a popular spot for kayakers to access the river.Local pizza kitchens and beer gardens
When it’s time for dinner, residents can grab ingredients from one of the local grocers or make the 10-mile trek to H-E-B in the city. For eating out, East Austin Pizza Kitchen is a locally owned community favorite for comfort food. Hyder’s Beer Garden and Food Park is also a popular spot for dancing along to karaoke with a tropical cocktail in one hand and a giant turkey leg in the other. With picnic tables, artificial turf, string lights and neon signs on a bar carved into a shipping container, it feels like a year-round fair.A 25-minute commute to Downtown Austin
Ample sidewalks make subdivisions extremely walkable, but a car is needed for most shopping and dining, especially considering there is no public transportation. Residents can get to Downtown Austin in about 11 miles or 25 minutes via East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.Tesla creating industrial employment
The Tesla Gigafactory has called the area home since 2020 and is one of Austin’s largest industrial facilities, generating about 10,000 jobs.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jennifer Leonard
Jennifer Leonard
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 265-8291
24 Total Sales
1 in Hornsby Bend
$290,000 Price
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Angie Gospodarczyk
Angie Gospodarczyk
LPT Realty, LLC
(845) 327-1707
25 Total Sales
1 in Hornsby Bend
$271,600 Price
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Albert Chen
Albert Chen
RXR Realty
(737) 237-0163
171 Total Sales
1 in Hornsby Bend
$288,388 Price
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Kelley Harris
Kelley Harris
Stanberry REALTORS
(737) 204-8705
75 Total Sales
1 in Hornsby Bend
$399,000 Price
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Ian Williams
Ian Williams
Real Broker, LLC
(512) 379-6443
67 Total Sales
2 in Hornsby Bend
$306K - $307K Price Range
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Donna Andruk
Donna Andruk
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(737) 239-8478
102 Total Sales
1 in Hornsby Bend
$365,219 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
Northeast Park
Colony Park
Webberville Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Boating
Little Webberville Park
- Boating
- Fishing
- Grills
Walter E. Long Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Colorado River Wildlife Sanctuary
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hornsby Bend | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hornsby Bend Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hornsby Bend, Austin sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hornsby Bend, Austin over the last 12 months is $399,900, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Sale Price
$399,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$599,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$215,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
82
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$237
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,696
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,729
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,408
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,148
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,228 - $2,259 per month
- Citizen House East Lake
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 650+ Sq Ft
- 12601 Citizen Way
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
17,006
Median Age
34
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,264
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,472
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
73.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk 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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