Downtown Leander
Older homes and new subdivisions
While not as neatly organized into subdivisions as some surrounding neighborhoods, Downtown Leander teems with homes built within the last five years, plus some older builds from the 1990s and early 2000s. Typically in one-story ranch or bi-level styles, the older homes start at $300,000 and go to the mid-$500,000s, while newer properties go for $400,000 to $800,000, many with Craftsman features such as stone ornamentation and prominent gables. A few new traditional houses top out as high as $1 million.
Highly rated Leander ISD
Kids in Downtown Leander attend school in the Leander Independent School District, one of the Top 30 best school districts in Texas, according to Niche. Students generally start at either Camacho Elementary, rated A-minus by Niche, or Pleasant Hill Elementary, rated B-plus, before heading to A-minus Wiley Middle or Leander Middle, both rated A. Students then finish up at either Leander High School or Rouse High School, each rated A-minus. Leander High offers the International Baccalaureate program, while students can take any of 27 Advanced Placement courses at Rouse High School.Commuting to Austin via Route 183
As Austin manages its explosive growth — and subsequent pricing out of many longtime residents — Leander has become a bedroom community for the Texas capital. Residents of Downtown Leander can drive 25 miles to the city center via Route 183 and its tolled freeway, 183A, which is currently being extended. Many of Austin’s numerous tech businesses have moved to The Domain , a mixed-use development north of the city center, which is a shorter commute for those living in Downtown Leander. The CapMetro transit system also serves Leander, with bus lines and the MetroRail Red Line, a commuter rail through the northwest suburbs that bypasses much of the pesky highway congestion.
Recreation at Lakewood Park
In addition to many smaller neighborhood parks such as Oak Ridge Park, Sunset Park and Mason Creek Park, the neighborhood’s most expansive park is Lakewood Park, which offers plenty of all-ages recreation. Kids scamper around the playground or cool off in the splash pad, while skateboarders show their stuff at the skatepark. Locals can rent a kayak or paddleboard for a watery adventure, or cast a line into the lake for trout and largemouth bass.
Local favorites and nearby Cedar Park
Situated along Route 183, much of the city’s shopping and entertainment sits within Downtown Leander. While restaurants such as The Thirsty Chicken, Casa Costa Bake Shop and Mouton’s Southern Bistro populate the neighborhood, residents often go elsewhere for a meal. Neighboring Cedar Park offers plenty of restaurants and shopping for residents, including a Costco and chains like Chick-fil-A and Torchy’s Tacos. But grocery shoppers don’t have to go far, with an H-E-B just north of Downtown Leander. “Leander definitely needs more entertainment, more restaurants,” Karumuri says. “Hopefully the expansion of 183 will help.”Leander’s holiday celebrations
From a Christmas celebration to the annual Bluegrass Festival, the city of Leander puts on plenty of holiday celebrations and festivals, most in Downtown Leander or in the parking lot of the nearby Public Library.
Continued development projects in Downtown Leander
In light of Leander’s unrelenting growth, new developments such as Leander Springs and Northline Leander have emerged, capitalizing on the city’s momentum. First announced in 2020, Leander Springs aims to create a mixed-use development within Downtown Leander anchored by a freshwater lagoon and beach. However, momentum stalled, with the city council pointing to an increased emphasis on water conservation, particularly given extreme drought conditions in the region the last few years. Meanwhile in Northline Leander, construction began on a fresh downtown district, starting with new condominiums.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Grant Whittenberger
Grant Whittenberger
Responds QuicklyOutlaw Realty
(737) 210-3988
69 Total Sales
3 in Downtown Leander
$265K - $685K Price Range
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Urvi Naik
Urvi Naik
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(855) 981-7754
45 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Leander
$454,500 Price
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Kimberly Wilson
Kimberly Wilson
All City Real Estate Ltd. Co
(737) 377-3862
47 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Leander
$990,000 Price
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Ellen Steele
Ellen Steele
Steele Portfolio
(737) 348-0711
65 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Leander
$375,000 Price
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Gilbert Gonzalez
Gilbert Gonzalez
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty, LLC
(844) 370-6631
108 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Leander
$435K - $650K Price Range
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Ashley Cooper
Ashley Cooper
Responds QuicklyStanberry REALTORS
(855) 790-8957
84 Total Sales
4 in Downtown Leander
$354K - $480K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Cool Springs Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Playground
Union Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Trails
Mason Creek Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Sunset Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Oak Ridge Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Tennis
Crystal Crossing Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Lakewood Park
- Skateboard
- Trails
- Volleyball
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Leander | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Leander Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Leander, Leander sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Leander, Leander over the last 12 months is $389,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$428,990
Median Sale Price
$389,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$405,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
166
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$213
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,274
Number of Homes for Sale
87
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
6.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,355
Above the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 192:30 - 4:30pm
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Saturday, Jul 191 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jul 1911am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,008 - $2,209 per month
- The Chloe Leander
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 582+ Sq Ft
- 348 Main St
- Leander, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
20,086
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,977
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,869
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
College Graduates
38.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.8%
% Population in Labor Force
77.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Leander Heights
Residential area bisected by United States Route 183 north of Austin
Mason Creek
Leander community with top-rated schools and access to U.S. Route 183
Bryson Ridge
Neighborhood with new subdivisions near commuting routes to Austin
Benbrook Ranch
Fast-growing suburb with top-rated school district 30 miles northwest of Austin
Lakeline Ranch
A cul-de-sac community in the Lakeline Ranch neighborhood
Mason Hills
Recently built community with luxury homes 30 miles north of Austin
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