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Market Overview for Mckinney

There are 7 active listings in Mckinney with a median list price of $400K and a median sold price of $320K.

Homes average 59 days on market.

Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 31 sales in the past 12 months.

The average price per square foot is $250.

About Mckinney

McKinney is a residential neighborhood in southeast Austin, Texas, located in Travis County within the 78744 zip code between East Slaughter Lane and Thaxton Road. The area sits near the intersection of Interstate 35 and William Cannon Drive, with McKinney Falls Parkway running along its eastern edge. McKinney Heights, the primary subdivision, was built by KB Homes between 2007 and 2014 and offered entry-level homeownership in one of Austin's growing southern corridors. The neighborhood's street layout centers on Alum Rock Drive and Winter Haven Road, with maturing trees lining residential streets that were planted during the original construction phases. This is a south Austin neighborhood within the Austin city limits, distinct from the city of McKinney in Collin County near Dallas.

Austin Independent School District serves the McKinney area, with Mendez Middle School enrolling the largest share of students from the neighborhood. Mendez Middle School is located at 5106 Village Square Drive in Austin and serves approximately 230 students in grades 7 and 8. The school is named after Consuelo Herrera Mendez, a teacher who advocated for Mexican-American educational equity over a nearly 50-year career. Ojeda Middle School also serves a portion of McKinney residents, and a smaller number of students attend Del Valle ISD campuses depending on their exact address. Austin ISD operates 23 middle schools and over 120 campuses district-wide, with programming that includes career and technical education, dual-language instruction, and college preparatory courses at the secondary level.

McKinney Falls State Park, a 744-acre Texas state park, is located at the confluence of Onion Creek and Williamson Creek just east of the neighborhood. The park contains over seven miles of trails, 3.5 miles of which are paved, along with the Upper and Lower Falls along Onion Creek, 81 campsites with water and electric hookups, six cabins, and a group hall. The park is home to Old Baldy, a bald cypress tree estimated to be over 500 years old and one of the oldest such trees on public land in Texas. Daily entry costs $6 per adult, and camping rates vary by site type. The park is only 13 miles from the state capitol, making it one of the most accessible state parks for Austin residents. Southpark Meadows, a large retail center at the intersection of IH-35 and Slaughter Lane, provides shopping and dining with stores including Target, Best Buy, H-E-B, and JCPenney.

The McKinney area has seen growth driven by the neighboring Easton Park development and infrastructure improvements including the Slaughter Lane extension and widening projects along William Cannon Drive between Running Water Drive and McKinney Falls Parkway. Tesla's Gigafactory Texas, located along the Colorado River in southeast Austin, is projected to employ over 20,000 workers and sits within a 15-minute drive. Samsung operates semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Austin, and the broader southeast Austin corridor has attracted logistics, healthcare, and retail employers. The IH-35 and US 183 interchange provides direct highway access for commuters heading to downtown Austin, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (approximately 10 minutes east), and employment centers across the metro area.

Living in Mckinney

The McKinney neighborhood provides entry-level and mid-range housing in a section of south Austin that has seen steady infrastructure investment. The proximity to McKinney Falls State Park means residents have a 744-acre natural area with trails, swimming, and camping within minutes of home, and the park's seven miles of trails serve as an extension of the neighborhood for runners, cyclists, and hikers. Southpark Meadows and the commercial development along IH-35 at Slaughter Lane put grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and retail within a short drive. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 10 minutes east, which is a factor for frequent travelers or workers in airport-adjacent industries.

Commuters can reach downtown Austin in 15 to 25 minutes via IH-35 or US 183, depending on traffic and time of day. The Slaughter Lane extension has improved east-west connectivity, and ongoing road widening along William Cannon Drive aims to reduce congestion in the corridor. Austin ISD schools serve most of the neighborhood, and the district's career and technical education programs at the secondary level offer vocational pathways alongside traditional academics. Property tax rates reflect Austin and Travis County rates, and home prices in McKinney Heights have generally remained below the Austin metro median, making the neighborhood accessible to first-time buyers and working families. The area's growth has brought new restaurants, services, and retail options that were not present when the subdivision was first built in 2007, and continued development in the Easton Park area to the east is adding density and commercial amenities to the corridor.

Things to Do in Mckinney

• McKinney Falls State Park: 744-acre state park at the confluence of Onion Creek and Williamson Creek. Over 7 miles of trails, Upper and Lower Falls, 81 campsites, 6 cabins, and Old Baldy (500+ year-old bald cypress). $6 daily entry per adult.
• Southpark Meadows: Large retail center at IH-35 and Slaughter Lane with Target, Best Buy, H-E-B, JCPenney, and numerous restaurants. Within a short drive of the McKinney neighborhood.
• Onion Creek Greenbelt: Linear greenway following Onion Creek through south Austin with trail access for walking, running, and cycling. Connects to McKinney Falls State Park trail system.
• Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Trails: Paved multi-use trails in the southeast Austin area connecting residential areas to parks and commercial corridors. Open year-round.

Major Employers in Mckinney

• Tesla Gigafactory Texas (Automotive / Manufacturing): Located along the Colorado River in southeast Austin. Builds Model Y and Cybertruck vehicles. Projected to employ over 20,000 workers at full capacity. Approximately 15 minutes from the neighborhood.
• Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Semiconductor Manufacturing): Operates fabrication facilities in Austin producing advanced semiconductor chips. One of Austin's largest industrial employers.
• Austin ISD (Education): Operates over 120 campuses across Austin. Employs thousands of teachers, administrators, and support staff district-wide.

Mckinney Schools

The McKinney neighborhood is primarily served by Austin Independent School District. Mendez Middle School enrolls the largest share of students from the area, with Ojeda Middle School serving an additional portion. Some addresses fall within Del Valle ISD boundaries.

School District: Austin ISD

Public Schools

• Mendez Middle School - Located at 5106 Village Square Drive, Austin, TX 78744. Approximately 230 students in grades 7-8. Named after educator Consuelo Herrera Mendez.
• Ojeda Middle School - Austin ISD middle school serving a portion of McKinney neighborhood students.

Pre-Schools

• KinderCare - Burleson Road - Located at 6800 Burleson Rd, Austin, TX 78744. Programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Open 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Stepping Stone School at Southpark Meadows - Located near Southpark Meadows in south Austin. Offers infant daycare, preschool, pre-K, after-school care, and summer camps.
• Sweet Briar Child Development Center - South Austin daycare offering toddler, preschool, and pre-K programs with Spanish language exposure integrated into the curriculum.

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