Market Overview for Mesa Park
There are 5 active listings in Mesa Park with a median list price of $499K and a median sold price of $443K.
Homes average 58 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 24 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $337.
About Mesa Park
Mesa Park is an established residential neighborhood in northwest Austin, Travis County, Texas, with approximately 600 single-family homes. The subdivision was platted in the early 1970s, with deed restrictions for Section 2 recorded on February 17, 1972, in the Plat Records of Travis County. Pringle Real Estate Inc. is named as the architectural control authority in the original deed restrictions, indicating the company's role in the neighborhood's development. Homes were built primarily during the 1970s and early 1980s.
The neighborhood is bounded approximately by Duval Road to the north, Wind River Road to the south, Red Cloud Drive to the east, and Angus Road to the west, situated between Mopac (Loop 1) and US Highway 183 in the 78727 and 78759 ZIP codes. Homes range from approximately 1,075 to 3,300 square feet, with a median size of approximately 1,410 square feet. Most homes have 3 to 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2-car garages, predominantly single-story construction with brick exteriors.
The deed restrictions establish a minimum lot size of 6,500 square feet with a minimum 60-foot width and a minimum dwelling size of 1,200 square feet. Average lot size across the neighborhood is approximately 0.175 acres. Mesa Park does not have a mandatory homeowners association. The Mesa Park Neighborhood Association (MPNA) operates as a voluntary, non-profit organization.
Schroeter Park, a 12.8-acre City of Austin neighborhood park at 11701 Big Trail, is centrally located within Mesa Park. The park features playgrounds for multiple age groups, a basketball court, picnic pavilion with BBQ pits, a half-mile gravel trail loop, and a pond.
Mesa Park is served by Austin Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of C (score 79 out of 100) for the 2024-25 school year. Students are zoned to Davis Elementary, Murchison Middle School (the only IB Middle School in Austin ISD), and L.C. Anderson High School.
Living in Mesa Park
Mesa Park offers an established northwest Austin neighborhood with mature tree canopy and a voluntary, non-dues-enforced neighborhood association rather than a mandatory HOA. The absence of mandatory association dues means no architectural review fees or common-area assessments, though the deed restrictions still govern land use (residential only, single-family detached, maximum 2.5 stories) and run with the land regardless of the voluntary association.
Schroeter Park serves as the neighborhood's central gathering space, with its playground, basketball court, pavilion, and trail loop providing outdoor recreation without leaving the neighborhood. The park's pond and surrounding landscaping create a green corridor through the center of the subdivision.
The neighborhood's location between Mopac and US 183 provides access to two of Austin's primary north-south corridors, with commute options to the Domain, the Arboretum, the Research Boulevard tech corridor, and downtown Austin. The Arboretum shopping and dining district is just south of Mesa Park, while The Domain mixed-use development is to the north and northeast, providing a concentration of retail, dining, and entertainment options within a short drive.
The Quarries, a privately operated recreation area adjacent to Mesa Park, offers tennis courts with lighting for evening play, sand volleyball, ball fields, and a 13-acre lake with fishing and canoeing access.
Things to Do in Mesa Park
- Schroeter Park: 12.8-acre City of Austin neighborhood park at 11701 Big Trail with playgrounds, basketball court, picnic pavilion with BBQ pits, half-mile trail loop, and pond.
- The Arboretum: Shopping and dining center just south of Mesa Park with restaurants, retail stores, and entertainment.
- The Domain: Mixed-use development north of Mesa Park with national retailers, restaurants, entertainment venues, and office space.
- The Quarries: Privately operated recreation area adjacent to Mesa Park with tennis courts, sand volleyball, ball fields, and a 13-acre lake for fishing and canoeing.
- Balcones Country Club: Golf and country club located near the Mesa Park neighborhood.
Major Employers in Mesa Park
- IBM (Technology): Technology company with an Austin campus in the 183/Braker corridor near Mesa Park.
- Emerson (formerly National Instruments) (Technology/Manufacturing): Automation technology company with operations along Mopac in northwest Austin.
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital providing emergency, surgical, and specialty medical services.
- Apple (Technology): Technology company with an Austin campus in the Domain area north of Mesa Park.
Mesa Park Schools
Mesa Park is served by Austin Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of C (79/100) for the 2024-25 school year.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Davis Elementary
- Murchison Middle
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mesa Park have an HOA?
No. Mesa Park does not have a mandatory homeowners association. The Mesa Park Neighborhood Association (MPNA) is a voluntary, non-profit organization. Deed restrictions still govern land use and run with the land.
What school district serves Mesa Park in Austin?
Mesa Park is within Austin Independent School District, zoned to Davis Elementary, Murchison Middle School (IB World School), and L.C. Anderson High School.
When was Mesa Park built?
Mesa Park was platted in the early 1970s with deed restrictions recorded in 1972. Homes were built primarily during the 1970s and early 1980s, predominantly single-story brick construction.
Is there a park in Mesa Park neighborhood?
Yes. Schroeter Park is a 12.8-acre City of Austin park centrally located within the neighborhood, featuring playgrounds, a basketball court, picnic pavilion, half-mile trail loop, and pond.
Where is Mesa Park located in Austin?
Mesa Park is in northwest Austin between Mopac (Loop 1) and US 183, near The Arboretum and The Domain shopping districts. The neighborhood spans ZIP codes 78727 and 78759.