Jester
$884,597
Average Value
Multiple subdivisions with custom homes and condos
The median home price in Jester is $840,000, significantly higher than Austin’s median price of $550,000. Multiple subdivisions feature hilly streets and cul-de-sacs lined with single-family homes in some communities, and condos in others. Jester Point and Jester Estates offer custom estates on large lots with prices in the $800,000 to $1.5 million range. More modest homes can also be found in the Lakewood subdivision, with prices from around $625,000. Condos and townhouses typically range from $400,000 to $800,000, depending on size, views and community amenities. The neighborhood has a low CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10.
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Community closeness in Jester
Jester’s HOAs plan and organize events throughout the year, including a Halloween parade at the Jester Club, one of the community’s parks. Santa on the Fire Truck rings in the holiday season, with a bouncy house and plenty of baked goods and drinks. Residents also participate in neighborhood cleanup initiatives and charity drives organized by the Jester Cares committee.Hill Elementary is a National Blue Ribbon School
Jester is part of the Austin Independent School District. Hill Elementary School is a National Blue Ribbon School, a recognition given to schools for academic excellence, and boasts an A grade from Niche. Kids at Hill Elementary can take the Foreign Language Experience Program to become bilingual at an early age. A-minus-rated Murchison Middle School is an International Baccalaureate World School and offers six fine arts programs. Anderson High School also has an A rating and offers dual credit classes in partnership with Austin Community College.Parks, the Greenbelt and nearby Lake Austin
Along with several community parks in Jester, the community is surrounded by municipal parks, trailheads and wildness preserves. Some subdivisions are within walking distance of Bull Creek District Park, part of the Greenbelt, which spans over 48 acres with walking trails and access to Bull Creek. Emma Long Metropolitan Park, about 7 miles from Jester, has miles of nature trails along Lake Austin. The park has a beach area for lake swimming and there are also boat ramps for kayaking, paddle boarding or fishing on the lake. Jester residents looking to spend their day on the greens are 4 miles from Austin Country Club. The private club is one of the oldest in the state, with a Pete-Dye-designed 18-hole course.
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Lakeside dining at County Line on the Lake
Though Jester may feel secluded, it’s close to shopping and dining. The Jester Village Shopping Center is at the end of Jester Boulevard, near the entrance to the community, and has several shops and restaurants like Catrina’s, which serves Tex-Mex cuisine, and Red Lotus Asian Grille. County Line on the Lake is a few miles away from the neighborhood along Bull Creek. In addition to the filling plates of Texas barbecue, the restaurant also has an outdoor patio space and occasionally has live music. H-E-B is about 5 miles away, accessible via 2222. Residents are also a few miles away from retail shopping in the Gateway Shopping Centers, which has everything from Whole Foods to Saks Off 5th. More shopping and dining are a short drive away on Loop 360, including The Arboretum and The Domain, with over 100 stores and restaurants.
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Several highways connect to the Austin metro area
Like most neighborhoods on the outskirts of Austin, a car is necessary to get around. Public transit through Austin’s CapMetro bus is available, but it’s a few miles from the neighborhood. 2222 leads to the MoPac Expressway and downtown Austin, which is less than 15 miles away. Medical care is nearby at St. David’s North Austin Medical Center and Seton Northwest Hospital. Jester is also close to Loop 360/Capital of Texas Highway.
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Robert Breckenridge
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cody Wickham
Cody Wickham
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 377-4692
147 Total Sales
1 in Jester
$505,000 Price
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Angie Gonzalez
Angie Gonzalez
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(512) 991-9232
64 Total Sales
1 in Jester
$599,000 Price
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Amy McCarthy
Amy McCarthy
Teamly Realty
(754) 354-3065
29 Total Sales
1 in Jester
$582,500 Price
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Arlene Maze
Arlene Maze
Bramlett Partners
(737) 377-2571
152 Total Sales
5 in Jester
$390K - $1.4M Price Range
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Labib Hashim
Labib Hashim
Keller Williams Heritage
(210) 903-4122
204 Total Sales
1 in Jester
$530,000 Price
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Amani Wang
Amani Wang
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty, LLC
(737) 204-6503
77 Total Sales
1 in Jester
$680,000 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
Sun Tree Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Bull Creek District Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- River
Doss Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Steck Valley Greenbelt
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
St Edwards Greenbelt
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Shinoak Valley Greenbelt
- Trails
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Jester | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,663
Median Year Built
1990
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,047
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,100
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,422
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
783
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,293 - $5,478 per month
- Canyon Springs
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 682+ Sq Ft
- 7700 N Capital of Texas Hwy
- Austin, TX
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$1,043 - $4,381 per month
- 10x Living at Grandview
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 655+ Sq Ft
- 6500 Champion Grandview Way
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,732
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$132,075
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,395
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
74.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.3%
% Population in Labor Force
83.6%
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®
13
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 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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