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Legend Oaks

Legend Oaks

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78749
$626,735 Average Value
$278 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

What makes Legend Oaks a popular Southwest Austin suburb

Legend Oaks lives up to its name, with towering oak trees shading quiet streets in Southwest Austin. The master-planned community is full of traditional homes and is zoned for highly rated schools in the Austin Independent School District. Residents also have access to greenbelt trails and a neighborhood recreation center, where the Legend Oaks HOA hosts community events year-round. Downtown Austin is roughly 10 miles away via MoPac or U.S. Route 290, and shopping and dining are even closer to home at The Shops at Arbor Trails and Escarpment Village.

Legend Oaks is known for its huge oak trees.
Legend Oaks is known for its huge oak trees.
Southwest Austin's master-planned communities include Legend Oaks.
Southwest Austin's master-planned communities include Legend Oaks.
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Types of homes for sale in Legend Oaks and how much they cost

Legend Oaks is made up of single-family homes built throughout the 1980s and ‘90s. Ranch-style houses are common, but you’ll also see New Traditional builds with two stories. Tree-lined lots tend to be less than a quarter acre and have fenced-in backyards, with some lots backing up to a greenbelt. Inside, many homes have been updated over the years. Prices tend to range from the lower $500,000s to the mid-$800,000s, depending on size and condition. “If they’ve been well-maintained, they can be a really great move-in option,” says Nicole Marburger, an associate broker with Legacy Real Estate Group who sells homes throughout Southwest Austin. “A lot of them offer really good bones.” Monthly HOA fees are typically around $50. The median sale price falls in the lower $600,000s, lower than in Circle C Ranch and Granada Hills .

Legend Oaks has many single-story ranch-style homes.
Legend Oaks has many single-story ranch-style homes.
Traditional two-story homes are common in Legend Oaks.
Traditional two-story homes are common in Legend Oaks.
Brick homes can be found throughout the neighborhood.
Brick homes can be found throughout the neighborhood.
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High ratings for Austin ISD schools serving the neighborhood

Schools are a major reason buyers choose Legend Oaks. "It feeds into some of Austin Independent School District's highest-rated schools," Marburger says. "From elementary, all the way up to high school." Assignments vary by address, but parts of the neighborhood are zoned for Mills Elementary School, Clint Small Middle School and James Bowie High School. The elementary and high schools have A ratings from Niche, while the middle school has an A-minus rating. Bowie also has a dual-credit program with Austin Community College.

Amenities in Legend Oaks, with more parks and trails nearby

The neighborhood's rec center has a pool, clubhouse, shaded playground and a court for both pickleball and tennis. It's open only to Legend Oaks residents and hosts HOA-sponsored events, including an annual Easter egg hunt and a summer barbecue. Just outside the neighborhood, more parks and greenbelt trails give residents room to roam. Popular outdoor spaces include:

  • The Latta Branch Greenbelt Trail, where locals bike and walk their dogs
  • Dick Nichols District Park, which has sports courts and a paved walking loop
  • Convict Hill Quarry Park, a quiet green space with wooded nature trails

Shopping and dining at Escarpment Village and Arbor Trails

It’s a short drive to Escarpment Village and The Shops at Arbor Trails. Escarpment Village has an H-E-B, fast-casual chains like Torchy's Tacos and local eateries like Waterloo Ice House. Head over to The Shops at Arbor Trails, and you can run errands at Costco, Whole Foods Market, Marshalls and Hobby Lobby. Dining options there range from quick bites at P. Terry's Burger Stand and Chuy's to weekend brunches at Cypress Grill, known for its Cajun flavors. Nearby SoCo has more shops and restaurants to explore.

Getting from Legend Oaks to downtown Austin and beyond

Legend Oaks is a car-dependent neighborhood, and its location between MoPac and U.S. Route 290 is a major perk for commuters. The 10-mile drive downtown typically takes 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 15 miles away. Public transit is limited to CapMetro buses along Convict Hill Road. Biking is another easy way to get around, with the Latta Branch Greenbelt leading all the way to Zilker Metropolitan Park.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

30 min drive

Bus

5801 Convict Hill & Cannon Mountain

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
430
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
0.90

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
5
Median Rent
$2,887
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,975
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,200

Demographics

Total Population
1,099
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$193,366
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$214,278

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
73.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.8%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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