Why Live in Austin Ranch
Austin Ranch in The Colony offers a serene suburban lifestyle with proximity to nature and urban conveniences. Nestled near Lake Lewisville and the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, residents enjoy ample outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and water sports. The preserve features 200 acres of trails and an observation tower with views of Plano, while the lake provides opportunities for boating, kayaking, and fishing. The neighborhood's homes range from contemporary Craftsman and Colonial Revival styles to more spacious New Traditional homes, often featuring backyard pools and well-maintained landscaping. Townhouses, condos, and mixed-use apartment developments like The Hudson and Austin Square add to the housing variety.
Families benefit from the highly-rated Lewisville Independent School District, with students attending Tom Hicks Elementary, Arbor Creek Middle, and Hebron High. Prestonwood Christian Academy, a private school, also serves the community with an A+ rating. The area boasts numerous dining and retail options along Highway 121, including Burning Rice, Rockfish Seafood and Grill, and the Grandscape Mall, which offers a movie theater, boutiques, and live music. The Shacks and Truck Yard Beer Garden provide unique dining experiences with dog-friendly patios and live entertainment.
Austin Ranch's location near Highway 121 and Sam Rayburn Tollway facilitates easy commutes to Plano (15 miles), Dallas (25 miles), and Fort Worth (40 miles). Medical facilities like Colony ER Hospital and Medical City Lewisville are within 6 miles, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is 15 miles away, ensuring convenient travel options. The neighborhood's low crime risk compared to the national average adds to its appeal for families and professionals alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin Ranch a good place to live?
Austin Ranch is a good place to live. Austin Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Austin Ranch has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.2 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $106,139 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 62.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Austin Ranch are renters, with 84.1% of residents renting and 15.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Austin Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Austin Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Austin Ranch, TX a safe neighborhood?
Austin Ranch, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Austin Ranch?
The median home price in Austin Ranch is $918,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $183,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $189K a year to afford the median home price in Austin Ranch. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Austin Ranch is $106K.
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Home Trends in Austin Ranch, TX
On average, homes in Austin Ranch, The Colony sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Austin Ranch, The Colony over the last 12 months is $899,950, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$899,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$908,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median List Price
$918,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%