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Highland Park

Highland Park

Neighborhood in Pflugerville, Texas

Travis County 78660

$396,504 Average Value
$208 Average Price per Sq Ft
14 Homes For Sale

An active master-planned suburb next to growing commercial magnets

Pflugerville is a sporty town. After all, it was the primary filming location for all five seasons of "Friday Night Lights," the fan-favorite football show. Even after the fictional Panthers played their last snap in 2011, master-planned neighborhoods like Highland Park help maintain the area's athletic appeal. Pflugerville's growth over the last decade has led to an explosion of recreation amenities, including a network of hike and bike trails and a multitude of indoor facilities. Adjacent to the fast-growing Stone Hill Town Center, Highland Park sits between all of these offerings, making it one of Pflugerville's most active and convenient neighborhoods. “So many families are moving here because they want the great schools and they want all the parks and other amenities,” says Realtor and Pflugerville resident Michelle Burns of eXp Realty.

New homes keep popping up in the Highland Park of Pflugerville.
New homes keep popping up in the Highland Park of Pflugerville.
Many ducks can be seen swimming around the pond at Mirror Lake Park.
Many ducks can be seen swimming around the pond at Mirror Lake Park.
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A-rated high school in top 10 for Travis County

A robust school system attracts many buyers with children to Pflugerville. "In general, as a school district, Pflugerville is probably more well thought of than Austin ISD," says Realtor Miriam Moorman of Fathom Realty. "On the search sites that people usually look at – School Digger, Niche, Great Schools – generally, Pflugerville is going to be rated higher." Young students being school at either their neighborhood's namesake, Highland Park Elementary, rated A-minus by Niche, or down the street at Brookhollow Elementary, rated B. Once they reach sixth grade, students attend Park Crest Middle School, which is also rated B. All three schools have class sizes well below the national average of 17 students per teacher. Hendrickson High School is the last step for public school students in the neighborhood. Rated A by Niche, Hendrickson High ranks in the top 10 high schools across Travis County.

Highland Park homes are located near Park Crest Middle School in Pflugerville.
Highland Park homes are located near Park Crest Middle School in Pflugerville.
Hendrickson High School is a highly rated, public school located in Pflugerville, TX.
Hendrickson High School is a highly rated, public school located in Pflugerville, TX.
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Movie theaters, waterslides and Korean BBQ at Stone Hill Town Center

With Stone Hill Town Center composing the eastern portions of Highland Park, the neighborhood offers easy access to ample shopping, dining and entertainment. In addition to a Cinemark movie theater and the Typhoon Texas Waterpark, the 900,000-plus square foot shopping center houses chain restaurants like In-N-Out Burger, big box stores like Target, and locally owned restaurants like Broth & Basil, a popular Vietnamese pho kitchen with a Texan twist. Along with the rest of Pflugerville, options continue to widen as new businesses arrive on scene. "That area is definitely booming. We've got new businesses like Gen Korean Barbecue that's opening soon, and the new Hobby Lobby. So, there's, there's definitely growth, shopping and activity taking place right there," says Terri Toledo, interim executive director for the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation. Across TX-130, some residents procure groceries at the Costco Wholesale on Kelly Lane. Others choose to drive a tad further south on Dessau Road to a collection of supermarkets, including a Walmart Supercenter and an ALDI location.

Watch the latest thriller or comedy at CineMark Theater.
Watch the latest thriller or comedy at CineMark Theater.
Torchy's makes really good tacos.
Torchy's makes really good tacos.
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New city rec centers and indoor climbing gyms

At Stone Hill Town Center, HitTrax's indoor batting cages are a popular place to practice hitting fastballs. On the other side of the neighborhood, regional chain Crux Climbing Gym opened a new location in Pflugerville in October of 2024. Not to mention the city's Downtown East development project includes a revamped city rec center, which will be located closer to Highland Park than the preexisting rec center on Immanuel Road. "This facility will be over 120,000 square feet, featuring amenities like indoor aquatic play, a fitness center, four high school-sized courts for various sports, and an adventure track," says Jonathan Hanson, recreation superintendent for Pflugerville Parks and Recreation. "It will significantly expand our capacity for community programs and events. During the transition, we will continue to operate at our current facility to minimize service disruption." As for outdoor recreation, Highland Park's private pools, playgrounds and nearly 2 miles of paved walking trails make it among Pflugerville's best-stocked neighborhoods for outdoor activities. Sidewalks, trails and linear parks help provide cycling routes from one end of the neighborhood to the other. On the eastern side is Stone Hill Park, popular for its fenced-in dog park. On the western side, Wilbarger Creek Park's playground and walking trails attract a growing number of residents as plans for new amenities move forward, such as an amphitheater and connections with Pflugerville's network of public hike and bike trails.

The Highland Park pool is maintained by the HOA.
The Highland Park pool is maintained by the HOA.
Mirror Lake Park is 7 acre neighborhood park with a walking/biking path and a small pond.
Mirror Lake Park is 7 acre neighborhood park with a walking/biking path and a small pond.
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Established Craftsman's and modern condos

The neighborhood gets its name from a master-planned subdivision that eclipses most of the land in the neighborhood, which itself is broken up into two communities: Highland Park and Highland Park North, each with their own HOA. The rest of the neighborhood comprises Sage Valley Senior Living Facility and some luxury apartment and condo communities, like Old Town East, which act as a buffer between commercial areas and residential subdivisions. Single-family homes in Pflugerville neighborhoods are often homogenous in their aesthetics. Highland Park, meanwhile, includes a wider mix of architectural styles than most other neighborhoods. In particular, Craftsman-style cottages and Prairie-style multi-story homes are quite common in Highland Park, with both styles selling for a range of $300,000 to $475,000. Most of the neighborhood's condos were built within the last 10 years, compared to the area's single-family homes, most of which were built between 2000 and 2010. Condos with modern amenities typically sell for a higher range of $550,000 to $650,000.

Large ranch style homes are plentiful in the Highland Park of Pflugerville.
Large ranch style homes are plentiful in the Highland Park of Pflugerville.
Some homes in the Highland Park are a cross between cottage and ranch styles.
Some homes in the Highland Park are a cross between cottage and ranch styles.
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Commutes and rideshare to Amazon, PepsiCo

TX-130 is the main north-south roadway for Pflugerville and is how most residents reach locales away from the city, such as the many tech employers that bedazzle the region. It can also be used to reach major employers in Pflugerville, such as an Amazon Fulfillment Center and a PepsiCo distribution center. TX-130 also connects with TX-45 directly north of Highland Park, offering a way to travel east-west all the way to the Lakeline Mall in Cedar Park. Both highways are toll roads though, prompting some drivers to stick to city streets. Pflugerville does not have public transit, but an alternative option exists in the "Pfetch a Ride" program, which offers reduced-rate rideshare trips within city limits.

A community of green thumbs and decorators

The Highland Park Homeowners Association is how most residents stay social and connected to their community through annual events like National Night Out. The HOA also organizes frequent contests to keep the neighborhood beautiful and lively, including a Yard of the Month award and annual contests for holiday decorations, like Halloween and Christmas. The neighborhood is also less than 2 miles north of Pfluger Park, site of the annual Deutsche Pfest, an Oktoberfest party that serves as the high-water mark for Pflugerville festivities.

Mirror Lake Park is located at the intersection of Kingston Lacy and Walnut Canyon Blvd.
Mirror Lake Park is located at the intersection of Kingston Lacy and Walnut Canyon Blvd.
A soccer field is available for public use at Mirror Lake Park in Pflugerville.
A soccer field is available for public use at Mirror Lake Park in Pflugerville.
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Things to consider

Highland Park sits a hair east of the headwaters for Wilbarger Creek, an intermittent stream that only flows seasonally. For most of the year, it remains a soggy strip of wild grass that runs across the neighborhood. But when it rains heavily, like many creeks in the Austin area, it becomes prone to flooding. Within the neighborhood, a high-risk 100-year floodplain compels some homeowners to purchase flood insurance.

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Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

37 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Highland Park US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$390,000
Median Single Family Price
$380,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$327,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
65
Months of Supply
2.60
Median List Price
$395,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,745
Median Year Built
2007
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,665
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,604
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 1pm

    2700 Shimsham Dr, Pflugerville, TX 78660

    $339,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,266 Sq Ft
    • 2700 Shimsham Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    Imagine your stylish and affordable new life blossoming in Pflugerville's charming Greenwood community! This practically brand-new (built in 2023!) home offers the modern sanctuary you've been searching for, nestled in a friendly neighborhood you'll love. Picture yourself enjoying the seamless flow of the open-concept living spaces, adorned with chic wood-look vinyl plank flooring. The kitchen is

    Benigno Aguirre The Listing Firm

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 2pm

    1116 Niobrara River Dr, Pflugerville, TX 78660

    $369,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,592 Sq Ft
    • 1116 Niobrara River Dr
    • New 11 days ago

    Cute Craftsman-style, single-story home in the desirable Highland Park neighborhood, offering 4 bedrooms—or 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office with French doors. This home features vaulted ceilings in the kitchen, living room, and primary bedroom, creating a spacious and airy feel. The kitchen includes an island, white cabinetry, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances (fridge, stove, and

    Sarah Jacobs JPAR Round Rock

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
8,402
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$91,951
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,797

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.3%
Advanced Degrees
7.7%
% Population in Labor Force
81.9%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

10 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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