Market Overview for Serenada
There are 8 active listings in Serenada with a median list price of $577K and a median sold price of $487K.
Homes average 54 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 3 homes have sold, with 32 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $253.
About Serenada
Serenada Country Estates is a residential subdivision located in western Williamson County, Texas, between Georgetown and Liberty Hill along FM 2243, within the 78628 zip code. The neighborhood sits approximately 35 miles northwest of downtown Austin and 8 miles west of the Georgetown town square. Serenada was developed beginning in the 1980s as a rural-residential community with larger lots arranged along winding roads set among the rolling terrain of the eastern Texas Hill Country. The subdivision is accessed primarily from FM 2243 and is surrounded by agricultural land and ranch properties.
Homes in Serenada Country Estates sit on lots ranging from 1 to 5 acres, with home sizes typically between 1,800 and 3,500 square feet. Resale prices generally range from $400,000 to $750,000 depending on acreage, home size, and improvements. Architectural styles include Texas ranch, Hill Country stone, and custom-built residences with metal and composition roofing. Many properties include features associated with rural living such as stock tanks, horse facilities, and detached workshops or barns. The neighborhood has a voluntary community association rather than a mandatory HOA, giving property owners flexibility in land use and improvements.
Serenada Country Estates is served by Georgetown Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Carver Elementary School, Benold Middle School, and Georgetown High School. Georgetown ISD operates over 20 campuses and enrolls approximately 14,000 students across the district. Georgetown High School serves grades 9 through 12 with approximately 2,400 students and offers Advanced Placement courses, dual-credit programs, and career and technical education pathways including agriculture, health science, and engineering.
Commuters from Serenada Country Estates reach Georgetown via FM 2243 in approximately 10 minutes, with downtown Austin accessible in 40 to 50 minutes via I-35. The intersection of SH 29 and I-35 in Georgetown provides access to the regional highway network. The Georgetown H-E-B on Williams Drive is approximately 8 miles east, and the Wolf Ranch Town Center on I-35 offers additional retail and dining. Liberty Hill, a growing community approximately 5 miles west, provides closer access to grocery, fuel, and general services along SH 29.
Living in Serenada
Serenada Country Estates features homes on multi-acre lots set among the rolling limestone terrain of western Williamson County. Properties are spaced along winding roads with native live oak, cedar, and mesquite trees providing canopy and privacy between homesites. Most properties rely on private water wells and septic systems rather than municipal water and sewer services. Road maintenance on internal subdivision roads is managed through a voluntary community association. Property tax rates fall under Williamson County and Georgetown ISD jurisdictions. The rural character of the area means limited street lighting and no municipal sidewalk infrastructure.
Daily life in Serenada Country Estates involves driving to Georgetown or Liberty Hill for most services and shopping. The Georgetown H-E-B on Williams Drive is approximately 8 miles east, and the Liberty Hill H-E-B on SH 29 is roughly 5 miles west. The Georgetown town square, about 8 miles east, includes restaurants, local shops, and the Williamson County Courthouse. San Gabriel Park, a 180-acre Georgetown city park along the San Gabriel River, offers walking trails, sports fields, and picnic areas. Lake Georgetown, a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir approximately 10 miles northeast, provides fishing, boating, and hiking along the 28-mile Goodwater Loop trail.
Things to Do in Serenada
- San Gabriel Park: 180-acre Georgetown city park along the San Gabriel River with walking trails, sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions. Approximately 8 miles east.
- Lake Georgetown: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir approximately 10 miles northeast with fishing, boating, and the 28-mile Goodwater Loop hiking trail.
- Georgetown Town Square: Historic courthouse square approximately 8 miles east with locally owned restaurants, antique shops, and the Williamson County Courthouse. Hosts a seasonal farmers market.
- Berry Springs Park and Preserve: 90-acre Williamson County park approximately 6 miles southeast with spring-fed swimming area, walking trails, and picnic grounds.
- Inner Space Cavern: Commercial cavern attraction on I-35 in Georgetown offering guided cave tours through formations discovered during highway construction in 1963.
Major Employers in Serenada
- Georgetown ISD (Education): Public school district employing over 2,000 faculty and staff across more than 20 campuses in the Georgetown area.
- St. David's Georgetown Hospital (Healthcare): Acute care hospital on Scenic Drive in Georgetown employing approximately 600 staff, about 8 miles east.
- City of Georgetown (Government): Municipal government offices and services including utilities, parks, and public safety, headquartered in the Georgetown town square area.
- Southwestern University (Higher Education): Private liberal arts university employing approximately 500 faculty and staff on a 700-acre campus in Georgetown.
Serenada Schools
Serenada Country Estates is served by Georgetown ISD. Students typically attend Raye McCoy Elementary or Frost Elementary for elementary school, Charles A Forbes Middle School or Douglas Benold Middle School for middle school, and Georgetown High School for high school.
School District: Georgetown ISD
Public Schools
- Raye McCoy Elementary
- Douglas Benold Middle
- Forbes Middle
- Georgetown High School
Pre-Schools
- Grace Academy Georgetown - Early education center in Georgetown offering preschool programs for ages 2 through pre-K.
- Kids R Kids Georgetown - Childcare and preschool center offering programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years with structured curriculum.
Private Schools
- Grace Academy of Georgetown - Private school in Georgetown offering K-8 education with small class sizes.
- Holy Trinity Catholic School - Catholic school in Georgetown serving pre-K through 8th grade with academic and faith-based programs.
Higher Education
- Southwestern University - Private liberal arts university in Georgetown enrolling approximately 1,500 students, founded in 1840.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Serenada Country Estates
Homes in Serenada Country Estates typically range from $400,000 to $750,000. Properties sit on 1 to 5-acre lots with homes between 1,800 and 3,500 square feet in Texas ranch and Hill Country styles.
What school district is Serenada Country Estates in
Serenada Country Estates is served by Georgetown ISD. Students typically attend Carver Elementary, Benold Middle School, and Georgetown High School, which enrolls approximately 2,400 students.
How far is Serenada Country Estates from Georgetown
Serenada Country Estates is approximately 8 miles west of the Georgetown town square via FM 2243. The drive takes about 10 minutes. Downtown Austin is 35 miles southeast, roughly 40 to 50 minutes via I-35.
Does Serenada Country Estates have an HOA
Serenada Country Estates has a voluntary community association rather than a mandatory HOA. Property owners are not required to pay assessments but may participate in shared road maintenance and community coordination.
What is the water source for Serenada Country Estates
Most properties in Serenada Country Estates use private water wells and septic systems rather than municipal water and sewer services. Well depth and water quality vary by location within the subdivision.
What are lot sizes in Serenada Country Estates
Lots in Serenada Country Estates range from 1 to 5 acres. The larger lot sizes accommodate rural features such as stock tanks, horse facilities, and detached workshops or barns.