Why Live in Round Rock
Round Rock lives up to its designation as "The Sports Capital of Texas" through Old Settlers Park's extensive sports facilities and the Dell Diamond, home to the Triple-A Round Rock Express baseball team. The city features America's Largest Indoor Waterpark at Kalahari Resorts, plus Tom Foolerys Adventure Park for year-round family entertainment. Local dining highlights include farm-to-table cuisine at Whiskey Cake, coastal-inspired dishes at Salt Traders Coastal Cooking, and upscale Southwestern fare at Jack Allen's Kitchen.
The Round Rock housing market presents diverse options across established neighborhoods. The median price for single family homes ranges from $401,000 in Stony Point to $695,000 in Wood Glen. Teravista homes have a median price of $425,000, while Mayfield Ranch homes typically sell for $475,000. Condominiums provide more affordable options, with median prices of $240,000 for one bedroom units and $296,600 for two bedrooms. Townhomes in Round Rock have a median price of $355,000.
Round Rock maintains a cost of living 7.9% below the national average. A family with school-age children needs approximately $98,000 annually to live comfortably, while renters should aim for $55,000. The property tax rate stands at 1.71%, matching neighboring Georgetown and Cedar Park, but higher than Austin's 1.54%. Texas residents benefit from no state income tax, though they pay a combined 8.20% sales tax.
The public school system includes several highly rated institutions. Round Rock High School and St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School both earned A+ ratings from Niche. Round Rock Christian Academy serves multiple neighborhoods with A-rated programs from elementary through high school. The city experiences hot summers reaching the mid-90s°F and mild winters, with 230 sunny days annually.
Home Trends in Round Rock, TX
On average, homes in Round Rock, TX sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Round Rock, TX over the last 12 months is $505,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$505,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$505,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$352,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$295,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$245,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$220
Number of Homes for Sale
148
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,470
Median List Price
$499,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%