Market Overview for The Bluffs
There are 15 active listings in The Bluffs with a median list price of $660K and a median sold price of $637K.
Homes average 53 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 5 homes have sold, with 44 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $242.
About The Bluffs
The Bluffs is a residential section within Crystal Falls, a 3,000-acre master-planned community in Leander, Texas. Crystal Falls was developed by The Lookout Group, with approximately 3,600 homes across the full community. The Bluffs section was built out by Taylor Morrison and Trendmaker Homes between 2011 and 2021, with 29 lots in the Grand View and Overlook 80-foot subsections built by Trendmaker. Subsections within The Bluffs include Crystal Cove, Mesa Oaks, Grand View, The Plateau, Canyon Bend, and The Overlook.
Homes in The Bluffs range from approximately 1,483 to 4,600 square feet, with four- and five-bedroom floor plans in both one-story and two-story configurations. Exteriors feature brick, stone, and stucco finishes in a new-traditional architectural style. The community is part of the Crystal Falls HOA, which oversees all sections within the master-planned development. The Bluffs is not gated, though the Grand Mesa section elsewhere in Crystal Falls is a gated enclave.
Crystal Falls offers residents access to two pool complexes including a junior Olympic pool and splash pads, the Crystal Falls Golf Club (an 18-hole public course at 3400 Crystal Falls Parkway), tennis and basketball courts, a disc golf course, a fishing lake, and community centers at Quarry Park, The Highlands, and The Boulders. Veterans Memorial Park, adjacent to the community, features pickleball courts, an amphitheater, a 5-acre off-leash dog park with a pond, and a 1.2-mile trail with crushed granite surface.
Living in The Bluffs
The Bluffs is served by Leander Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of B (88 out of 100) for 2024-25. The school feeder pattern includes William J. Winkley Elementary, Running Brushy Middle School (approximately 1,037 students), and Leander High School. Leander ISD has been undergoing secondary school rezoning, so buyers should verify specific attendance zones using the district's lookup tool.
Leander is located approximately 25 to 27 miles north of downtown Austin, with a driving time of approximately 29 minutes in normal traffic. Capital Metro's MetroRail Red Line has its northernmost stop at Leander Station, providing commuter rail service to downtown Austin along a 32-mile route in approximately 55 to 60 minutes. The station has a Park and Ride facility with 600 spaces. The 1890 Ranch Shopping Center in Cedar Park, approximately 10 minutes away, offers 80-plus stores and restaurants including Super Target, Academy, and Via 313. Lake Travis is approximately 15 to 20 minutes from Crystal Falls.
Things to Do in The Bluffs
- Crystal Falls Golf Club: An 18-hole public golf course carved from an old quarry at 3400 Crystal Falls Parkway. Hosts the annual Hill Country Amateur Championship.
- Devine Lake Park: A 45.5-acre regional park in Leander with a 25-acre lake, fishing, non-motorized boating, two playgrounds, and dog-friendly access.
- Austin Steam Train / Hill Country Flyer: A 66-mile vintage train excursion from Cedar Park through Leander to Burnet. The round trip takes 6.5 hours including a 2-hour layover in Burnet.
- Southwest Williamson County Regional Park: A regional park with a track and field, fishing ponds, basketball and tennis courts, baseball and softball fields, and hiking and biking trails. No entrance fee.
- Veterans Memorial Park: Adjacent to Crystal Falls. Features pickleball courts, an amphitheater, a 5-acre dog park with a pond, and a 1.2-mile trail.
- Old Town Leander Festivals: Seasonal festivals including the Old Town Street Festival in spring, Liberty Fest in summer, Fall Festival in October, and Old Town Christmas Festival in winter.
Major Employers in The Bluffs
- Leander ISD (Education): The school district serving the Leander and Cedar Park area.
- Cedar Park Regional Medical Center (Healthcare): Regional hospital in Cedar Park serving the Leander area.
- Firefly Aerospace (Aerospace): Aerospace company with more than 700 employees, headquartered in Cedar Park.
- National Oilwell Varco (Energy and Manufacturing): Energy equipment manufacturer with operations in Cedar Park.
The Bluffs Schools
The Bluffs is served by Leander Independent School District (TEA B rating, 88/100 for 2024-25). Leander ISD has been undergoing secondary school rezoning. Buyers should verify attendance zones directly with the district.
School District: Leander ISD
Public Schools
- William J. Winkley Elementary - Located at 2100 Pow Wow, Leander.
- Running Brushy Middle School - Approximately 1,037 students. Serves The Bluffs and The Highlands sections of Crystal Falls.
- Leander High School - Crystal Falls is zoned to Leander High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Bluffs part of Crystal Falls?
Yes. The Bluffs is one of several residential sections within the Crystal Falls master-planned community in Leander, Texas. Crystal Falls spans approximately 3,000 acres with about 3,600 homes across all sections.
What school district serves The Bluffs?
The Bluffs is served by Leander Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of B (88/100) for 2024-25. The feeder pattern includes Winkley Elementary, Running Brushy Middle School, and Leander High School, though boundaries may shift due to ongoing rezoning.
What amenities does Crystal Falls offer?
Crystal Falls includes two pool complexes with a junior Olympic pool and splash pads, an 18-hole public golf course, tennis and basketball courts, a disc golf course, a fishing lake, community centers, and adjacent Veterans Memorial Park with pickleball courts and a dog park.
How far is The Bluffs from Austin?
The Bluffs is approximately 25 to 27 miles north of downtown Austin, with a driving time of about 29 minutes in normal traffic. Capital Metro MetroRail Red Line at Leander Station provides commuter rail service to downtown in approximately 55 to 60 minutes.
Is The Bluffs a gated community?
No. The Bluffs is not gated. However, the Grand Mesa section within Crystal Falls is a gated enclave. All sections are part of the Crystal Falls HOA.
