Cedar Creek offers peaceful rural living in the Austin suburbs
Cedar Creek is an attractive community nestled into the natural landscape of Central Texas in Bastrop County. Residents of this bedroom community can commute to Austin, about 25 miles away. The state capital is home of the University of Texas and is the economic center of the region. At the end of the day, however, homeowners return to the appeal of rural living. “It’s more of a peaceful country setting,” says Kelley Harris of Stanberry Realtors, who lives in neighboring Bastrop and has sold several homes in the community. Despite the relatively secluded location, residents enjoy access to an array of amenities. Three of Cedar Creek’s four public schools and a community park are conveniently located off the state highway that runs through town. Open spaces provide room to roam for horses and the animals at the nearby Capital of Texas Zoo. The zoo is among a collection of outdoor attractions just minutes away.
Newly built homes are common in the community
Residential pockets featuring an eclectic mix of homes are spread throughout the community. Contemporary homes are common, and most are found in walkable subdivision settings. These homes are often the largest and most expensive in the community and typically come with driveways and attached garages. New homes with these standard features continue to be constructed by major homebuilders such as Meritage Homes and D.R. Horton. Ranch-style homes and manufactured homes are common along quiet country roads dotted by mature trees. Prices typically range from around $200,000 to around $700,000, although homes with additional land outside the city limits can list for more. Residents can expect hot, humid summers and periods of heavy rain. The region is part of “Flash Flood Alley.” The community’s CAP Index Crime Score of 2-out-of-10 is lower than the national average.
Students don't have to leave the community to attend school
Cedar Creek is part of the Bastrop Independent School District, which earns a B-minus from Niche. Students do not have to leave the community to attend pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Cedar Creek Elementary School is rated C-minus. Cedar Creek Intermediate and Cedar Creek Middle schools are rated C-minus and C, respectively. They share a campus. Nearby Cedar Creek High School is rated B-minus. “One of my sons was in the first graduating class in Cedar Creek,” says Harris, who adds that her overall experience with the district was positive. The high school features a Career & Technical Education program. The district allows students to apply for transfers in and out of the district.
Children, horses and outdoors enthusiasts enjoy recreational spaces
Cedar Creek Park, adjacent to Cedar Creek Elementary School, is the center of community activity. Ballfields and children’s playscapes anchor acres of athletic amenities and gathering spaces. Equestrian trails are among the amenities at nearby McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Other activities include hiking, biking and zip lining. Visitors can also access the nearby Colorado River for more rural recreation.
Nearby Bastrop has several popular restaurants
A few commercial options are available in and around the community, and a wider variety is concentrated in the heart of neighboring Bastrop, about 12 miles away. Walmart and H.E.B. Plus! anchor a variety of shopping options. Local restaurants are a highlight of the city’s many dining destinations. “Maxine’s is very popular for breakfast, 602 Brewing Company is very popular for dinner and live music, and Gracie’s has awesome chicken fried steak.”
Austin easily accessible by car, public transportation
Residents who do not want to drive into Austin can take advantage of regional public transportation. A Central Texas Rural Transit System park-and-ride station is located approximately 10 miles from the community. Ascension Seton Bastrop Hospital is also about 10 miles away. There are several larger hospitals in the Austin area. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 18 miles away.
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