Meridian
A nature-lover's paradise
Residents here are an active group that loves to take advantage of the natural surroundings. Whether they’re hiking the nature trails that wind their way through the neighborhood, enjoying the 10-acre Bear Lake or just strolling the quiet streets for some fresh air, you’ll find Meridian residents taking full advantage of all the Hill Country location offers. Speaking of natural beauty, the famed Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is located 5 miles east of Meridian. There, visitors are treated to more than 900 species of native Texas plants in different gardens and natural areas. Every fall, the center invites teams to participate in Fortlandia, in which participants create floral-themed forts for visitors to explore. Those interested in a little more rugged recreation can make the 5-mile trip to the Veloway Park bike trail, a 3-mile path that attracts mountain bikers from all over the area who are drawn to its natural splendor and its smooth-paved surface designed for bikes only.Within the neighborhood’s boundaries, the Grey Rock Golf Club is a municipal club that is open to the public, offering both an 18-hole golf course and eight tennis courts. The club also has trained professionals on staff for both tennis and golf, as well as a restaurant with a full-service bar and extensive menu. The neighborhood homeowners’ association also maintains a park in the center of the neighborhood, where residents can access a playground, a swimming pool and a community pavilion.
Retail therapy and culinary sustenance
But there are plenty of creature comforts to keep Meridian residents happy and content, too. The Shops at Arbor Trails shopping center is 8 miles away, offering plenty of options for retail therapy. With a collection of national retailers, a Costco warehouse and both H-E-B and Whole Foods Market, the center provides a convenient place for Meridian residents to get virtually everything they need. Just a little further away, the dynamic shopping of downtown Austin is 16 miles to the east of the neighborhood.Whether it’s Tex-Mex from Austin’s own Chuy’s or Torchy’s Tacos, breakfast at the legendary Kerbey Lane or a burger from P. Terry’s, the catalog of dining establishments that originated in Austin with locations near Meridian is a long one. Given the extensive range of options, it’s nice to have some local knowledge to help whittle down the choices in making a decision. “District Kitchen & Cocktails is amazing,” says Easley, who lists it as one of his personal favorites in the area, along with Shore Raw Bar and Grill and Jack Allen’s Kitchen.
New-construction homes
Because of the nature of the development and the time it was first opened, homes in Meridian are exclusively new construction with an average square footage of between 3,000 and 4,000 square feet. The median home price in the neighborhood is around $930,000, with an average price per square foot of just over $300. A four-bedroom/two-bathroom ranch-style home can sell for just over $600,000, and prices can go up to $2.35 million for four-bedroom/four-bathroom ranch-style home with a heated salt water pool and a two-bedroom/one-bathroom guest cottage with its own kitchen and laundry room.
Superb Austin schools
Children in Meridian are served by the Austin Independent School District, which earns an overall rating of A-minus from Niche. Students can attend Baldwin Elementary, Gorzycki Middle and James Bowie High School. All three schools earn an A rating from Niche. A unique feature of Meridian is that the neighborhood elementary school is actually in the neighborhood, a feature that many parents of younger students find especially appealing. “Being able to walk your kids to school in the morning is one of the great things about living in Meridian,” says Easley.
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Andrew Spencer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Scott McCord
Scott McCord
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(512) 881-9122
125 Total Sales
2 in Meridian
$726K - $1.3M Price Range
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Adam Zell
Adam Zell
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(855) 329-4291
361 Total Sales
2 in Meridian
$660K - $935K Price Range
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Mahshid Caras
Mahshid Caras
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 377-5362
205 Total Sales
1 in Meridian
$850,000 Price
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Michelle Hendrix
Michelle Hendrix
eXp Realty, LLC
(866) 479-8052
139 Total Sales
3 in Meridian
$990K - $1.2M Price Range
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Cody Julian
Cody Julian
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(844) 784-2447
124 Total Sales
1 in Meridian
$1,250,000 Price
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Todd Sherman
Todd Sherman
Resident Realty, LTD.
(737) 273-9847
76 Total Sales
1 in Meridian
$1,100,000 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
Slaughter Creek Trail
- Trails
- Hiking
Circle C Metropolitan Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
Wildflower Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Capistrano Park & Pool
- Basketball
- Pool
- Tennis
Veloway at Circle C Ranch Metro Park
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Skateboard
Shady Hollow West Nature Preserve
- Trails
- Nature Center
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Meridian | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Meridian Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Meridian, Austin sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Meridian, Austin over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$400,000
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
793
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
2008
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,342
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,365
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,211
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$206,596
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$222,239
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
86.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.8%
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®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 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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