Round Rock Texas Real Estate is Hot

Round Rock Texas is quickly becoming a premier Central Texas city and is only 15 miles from the Austin business district. The city has a steady population growth rate of 5% per year and is expected to have close to 100,000 residents by 2009. Round Rock has become a leader of economic development in Central Texas and is home to many large corporations such as Dell Computers, Farmer's Insurance, and Cypress Semiconductor. Thankfully, Round Rock has held on to its small-town roots and Hill Country charm.

Round Rock Real Estate

One of the best things about Round Rock real estate is the fact that residents enjoy the lowest property tax and utility rates in the entire region. What's not to love about that?! Round Rock Texas real estate also offers some of the best housing options in the area. You can find starter, single-family, mid-range, and luxury homes here easily. Modern condominiums and apartments, as well as gorgeous golf-course communities are everywhere you look. Many Round Rock neighborhoods are located near beautiful parks and excellent schools for convenience. Single-family homes in Round Rock cost an average of 8% less than their Austin counterparts, so it's no wonder Round Rock has seen a great influx of young professionals and young families alike.

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Things To Do in Round Rock

Entertainment, recreation, and shopping are all at your fingertips in Round Rock. The recent economic development and influx of high-powered corporations have given Round Rock amenities and attractions unseen in most cities its size.

For the outdoor enthusiast, there are several lakes in the area, the outstanding Round Rock park system, and world-class golf. The areas has an average of 300 days of sunshine a year which makes getting outside and being active a breeze.

The main entertainment attraction in Round Rock is spectacular Dell Diamond. Built in 2000, this state-of-the-art ballpark is home to Round Rock Express Triple A affiliate of the Houston Astros. Record crowds, a slew of restaurants, and weekly special events and promotions make this a region-wide attraction you simply can't miss. Just a few of the other attractions nearby are Inner Space Caverns, Austin Ice Bats hockey, the live music of Austin, and Lake Travis watersports.

The main shopping center in Round Rock is La Frontera, a mulit-use center that features over 50 specialty stores and national retailers including Circuit City, Old Navy, Lowes, and Barnes & Noble. But for the die hard shopper, in the Fall of 2006 the new Round Rock Premium Outlet Mall was opened to rave reviews. Over 130 premium boutique shops make this a shopping mecca you can't miss.

Round Rock Schools

Round Rock Independent School District covers an area of 110 square miles and offers the residents of Round Rock 27 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 4 high schools from which to choose from. Round Rock ISD schools often garner state-wide commendation for their above-average testing scores as well as their state of the art facilities and great after school programs. The unique thing about Round Rock ISD is that it has made sure its students get personal attention by establishing smaller than normal schools and placing them close to the communities that need them. When the kids are ready to fly the nest, they have access to some of the best higher education in the nation. Southwestern University is just miles in Georgetown, and the world-class University of Texas is close by in Central Austin. Smaller private colleges like St. Edwards University and Concordia University are also great choices and are close to home as well. Education is a pillar of the Round Rock community, so you can be confident in your child's future.

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