Why Live in Maple Run
Maple Run, located in Austin, is characterized by its quiet residential streets shaded by tall live oaks. The neighborhood features homes built between the early '80s and mid-2000s, with styles ranging from single-story ranches to two-story Traditional-style homes. Known for being a more affordable part of Austin, single-family homes here typically range from $420,000 to $675,000, with renovated homes reaching up to $800,000. Maple Run is noted for its proximity to parks, including Dick Nichols District Park, which is about 2 miles away and offers an outdoor pool, sand volleyball and tennis courts, and practice ball fields. Closer to home, the Deer Park at Maple Run Preserve provides shady multi-use trails. For shopping and dining, residents frequent the Shops at Arbor Trails, 2 miles up the MoPac Expressway, which includes Costco, Whole Foods, and various eateries and services. Additional options are available another mile up the expressway at the intersection with Highway 71. Local dining includes the Evangeline Café, known for its Cajun-style cuisine, and Backspin Texas Sports Bar & Grill. Commuting is primarily by car via the MoPac Expressway, with CapMetro bus stops conveniently located along Eskew Drive and Brodie Lane. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center is about 4 miles away. Students in Maple Run attend schools in the Austin Independent School District, with many attending Boone Elementary, Covington Middle School, and Crockett High School, all of which have high ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maple Run a good place to live?
Maple Run is a good place to live. Maple Run is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Maple Run is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Maple Run has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.3 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $119,608 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Maple Run are home owners, with 19.4% of residents renting and 80.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Maple Run can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Maple Run neighborhood guide.
Is Maple Run, TX a safe neighborhood?
Maple Run, TX is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Maple Run?
The median home price in Maple Run is $519,499. If you put a 20% down payment of $103,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,630 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $113K a year to afford the median home price in Maple Run. The average household income in Maple Run is $120K.
What are the best public schools in Maple Run?
The best public schools that serve Maple Run are:
What are the best private schools in Maple Run?
The best private schools that serve Maple Run are:
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Are home prices dropping in Maple Run?
Yes, home prices in Maple Run are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Maple Run, TX
On average, homes in Maple Run, Austin sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Maple Run, Austin over the last 12 months is $485,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$485,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$296
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median List Price
$519,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%