The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78613 sells for about $476,000, or $216 per square foot.
Prices are down 4.8% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 72 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,815 a month.
ZIP 78613 — Cedar Park
The 78613 housing market is currently experiencing a cooling phase with a slight year-over-year decline in median prices and sales volume. Despite this, the area remains competitive due to its strong school districts and proximity to major employment hubs, keeping inventory levels relatively tight.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals working in the Austin tech sector who seek suburban amenities, high-quality schools, and a balance between space and commute accessibility.
Median prices moved down 4.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 72 days on market with 2.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
10% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.7% · poverty 6.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 78613
Cedar Park generally maintains lower crime rates compared to the broader Austin metropolitan area, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends in public safety.
The area is served by highly-rated public schools within the Leander Independent School District, which is frequently recognized for academic performance and college readiness.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flash flooding, with standard insurance requirements for wind and hail coverage common in Central Texas.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the Austin tech corridor, with significant retail and mixed-use development continuing along the US-183 and Parmer Lane corridors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents primarily commute via US-183 and the 183A Toll Road toward major employment hubs in North Austin and the Domain, with limited public transit options.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including Brushy Creek Lake Park, numerous hike-and-bike trails, and proximity to the Cedar Park Center for entertainment.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from families and professionals, with a steady supply of newer apartment complexes and single-family rentals.
The economy is anchored by the technology, healthcare, and retail sectors, benefiting from the spillover of Austin's major corporate headquarters and regional offices.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with the 183A Toll Road serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Ongoing development focuses on high-density mixed-use projects near the commuter rail stations and major highway interchanges.
The Williamson Central Appraisal District manages annual property valuations with a focus on market-value alignment.
Parcels are subject to various MUDs and PIDs that fund local infrastructure, alongside the Leander ISD and Austin Community College district taxes.
Property insurance premiums have trended upward due to regional weather risks, including hail and wind damage common in the Texas Hill Country.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 5-year tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- Domain NORTHSIDE4.69.5 mi
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community park with trails, fishing, and picnic areas.
Multi-purpose arena hosting sports and concerts.
Major regional shopping destination bordering the ZIP.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.