$875,461Average Value$330Average Price per Sq Ft23Homes For Sale
Texas Hill Country beauty and top-rated schools attract buyers
Northwest Austin’s natural beauty is on display in Jester, a neighborhood perched high among the rolling hills and canyons of Texas Hill Country, just a few miles from Lake Austin and close to the Greenbelt. “When people are looking to move to this area, this is what they’re looking for,” says Mason Bleasdell, a Realtor for Mark Martin and Company. “Families come here because of these beautiful views, and the excellent schools.” Local shopping centers offer retail and restaurants, and two major roadways, Highway 2222 and Loop 360/Capitol of Texas Highway, connect residents to the rest of Austin.
Multiple subdivisions with custom homes and condos
The median home price in Jester is $840,000, significantly higher than Austin’s median price of $550,000. Multiple subdivisions feature hilly streets and cul-de-sacs lined with single-family homes in some communities, and condos in others. Jester Point and Jester Estates offer custom estates on large lots with prices in the $800,000 to $1.5 million range. More modest homes can also be found in the Lakewood subdivision, with prices from around $625,000. Condos and townhouses typically range from $400,000 to $800,000, depending on size, views and community amenities. The neighborhood has a low CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10.
Jester Point is a popular neighborhood with new construction popping up all the time.
Find ranch style homes with limestone facades thought Jester Point.
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Jester Point's Jester Club is a hub for social activity, hosting weekly gatherings.
Community closeness in Jester
Jester’s HOAs plan and organize events throughout the year, including a Halloween parade at the Jester Club, one of the community’s parks. Santa on the Fire Truck rings in the holiday season, with a bouncy house and plenty of baked goods and drinks. Residents also participate in neighborhood cleanup initiatives and charity drives organized by the Jester Cares committee.
Hill Elementary is a National Blue Ribbon School
Jester is part of the Austin Independent School District. Hill Elementary School is a National Blue Ribbon School, a recognition given to schools for academic excellence, and boasts an A grade from Niche. Kids at Hill Elementary can take the Foreign Language Experience Program to become bilingual at an early age. A-minus-rated Murchison Middle School is an International Baccalaureate World School and offers six fine arts programs. Anderson High School also has an A rating and offers dual credit classes in partnership with Austin Community College.
Parks, the Greenbelt and nearby Lake Austin
Along with several community parks in Jester, the community is surrounded by municipal parks, trailheads and wildness preserves. Some subdivisions are within walking distance of Bull Creek District Park, part of the Greenbelt, which spans over 48 acres with walking trails and access to Bull Creek. Emma Long Metropolitan Park, about 7 miles from Jester, has miles of nature trails along Lake Austin. The park has a beach area for lake swimming and there are also boat ramps for kayaking, paddle boarding or fishing on the lake. Jester residents looking to spend their day on the greens are 4 miles from Austin Country Club. The private club is one of the oldest in the state, with a Pete-Dye-designed 18-hole course.
Jester Point parents take their kids to the playground at Jester Club.
Immerse yourself into the great Jester Point outdoors while hiking the trail above Bull Creek.
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Lakeside dining at County Line on the Lake
Though Jester may feel secluded, it’s close to shopping and dining. The Jester Village Shopping Center is at the end of Jester Boulevard, near the entrance to the community, and has several shops and restaurants like Catrina’s, which serves Tex-Mex cuisine, and Red Lotus Asian Grille. County Line on the Lake is a few miles away from the neighborhood along Bull Creek. In addition to the filling plates of Texas barbecue, the restaurant also has an outdoor patio space and occasionally has live music. H-E-B is about 5 miles away, accessible via 2222. Residents are also a few miles away from retail shopping in the Gateway Shopping Centers, which has everything from Whole Foods to Saks Off 5th. More shopping and dining are a short drive away on Loop 360, including The Arboretum and The Domain, with over 100 stores and restaurants.
Jester Village offers many services and dining options in Jester Point.
Ladera Bend Shopping Center is located on Jester Point's Ranch Road.
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Take in the views on your drive home on Jester Blvd, in Jester Point.
Several highways connect to the Austin metro area
Like most neighborhoods on the outskirts of Austin, a car is necessary to get around. Public transit through Austin’s CapMetro bus is available, but it’s a few miles from the neighborhood. 2222 leads to the MoPac Expressway and downtown Austin, which is less than 15 miles away. Medical care is nearby at St. David’s North Austin Medical Center and Seton Northwest Hospital. Jester is also close to Loop 360/Capital of Texas Highway.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Sun Tree Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Bull Creek District Park
Bike Trails
Trails
River
Doss Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Steck Valley Greenbelt
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
St Edwards Greenbelt
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Shinoak Valley Greenbelt
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International
38 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Jester
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jester, Austin sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Jester, Austin over the last 12 months is $859,884, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,732
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$132,075
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,395
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
74.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.3%
% Population in Labor Force
83.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
13/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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