Market Overview for Jester Farms
There are 6 active listings in Jester Farms with a median list price of $340K and a median sold price of $318K.
Homes average 44 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 12 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $196.
About Jester Farms
Jester Farms is a residential subdivision located in Round Rock, Texas, within Williamson County. The neighborhood sits near the intersection of A.W. Grimes Boulevard and University Boulevard, within the 78665 zip code, approximately 3 miles northwest of downtown Round Rock and about 22 miles north of downtown Austin. Developed in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Jester Farms contains roughly 350 single-family homes on standard suburban lots along tree-lined streets with sidewalks and cul-de-sacs. The community is bordered by other established subdivisions including Mayfield Ranch to the north and Cat Hollow to the south.
Homes in Jester Farms typically range from $300,000 to $475,000 depending on square footage, lot size, and renovation status. Most homes were built between 1998 and 2004 with floor plans ranging from approximately 1,500 to 3,000 square feet on lots between 5,500 and 9,000 square feet. Construction features include brick and stone facades, composition roofing, and traditional floor plans with formal dining areas transitioning to more open-concept layouts in later phases. Three- to four-bedroom configurations are the most common, with many homes featuring two-car garages and covered back patios.
Jester Farms is served by Round Rock Independent School District. Students in the neighborhood typically attend Elsa England Elementary, C.D. Fulkes Middle School, and Stony Point High School. Elsa England Elementary serves grades pre-K through 5 and enrolls approximately 650 students. C.D. Fulkes Middle School covers grades 6 through 8 with about 1,000 students. Stony Point High School enrolls roughly 2,600 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers Advanced Placement courses, career and technical education pathways, and extracurricular programs including a nationally ranked JROTC unit.
Commuters from Jester Farms reach downtown Round Rock in approximately 10 minutes via A.W. Grimes Boulevard and can access downtown Austin in 30 to 40 minutes using SH 45 to I-35 or MoPac Expressway. The Round Rock employment corridor along I-35 includes Dell Technologies, numerous healthcare facilities, and retail centers within a 10- to 15-minute drive. Capital Metro express routes connect from Round Rock park-and-ride stations to downtown Austin. H-E-B on University Boulevard and Walmart Supercenter on A.W. Grimes Boulevard are both within a five-minute drive.
Living in Jester Farms
Jester Farms features standard suburban lots with established landscaping, mature shade trees, and sidewalks along most streets. Homes display a mix of brick and stone exteriors with composition roofing, and many properties have been updated with new flooring, kitchen renovations, and fencing. The community includes a neighborhood park with playground equipment, a covered pavilion, and open green space. The HOA manages common area maintenance and enforces architectural guidelines covering exterior modifications, fencing materials, and landscaping standards. Property tax rates fall under Williamson County and Round Rock ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $2.20 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Cat Hollow Park, operated by the City of Round Rock, is approximately 1 mile south and features a disc golf course, basketball courts, and a 1.5-mile paved trail loop. The Brushy Creek Regional Trail system passes through the broader area with over 10 miles of paved paths connecting to parks and neighborhoods. Dining along University Boulevard and A.W. Grimes Boulevard includes Tex-Mex restaurants, barbecue spots, and national chains. Scott & White Clinic and multiple urgent care facilities sit within a five-minute drive. The Round Rock Public Library Westside branch on Sam Bass Road is approximately 3 miles west, and the IKEA store on SH 45 is about 10 minutes east.
Things to Do in Jester Farms
- Cat Hollow Park: City of Round Rock park approximately 1 mile south featuring a disc golf course, basketball courts, and a 1.5-mile paved trail loop.
- Brushy Creek Regional Trail: Over 10 miles of paved multiuse trail connecting neighborhoods and parks in the Brushy Creek corridor, accessible from nearby trailheads.
- Old Settlers Park: 570-acre park approximately 15 minutes east with sports fields, fishing lake, playgrounds, and the Dell Diamond baseball stadium.
- Round Rock Premium Outlets: Outdoor outlet mall with over 125 stores approximately 10 minutes east off I-35 at SH 45.
- Kalahari Resorts & Conventions: Indoor waterpark on SH 45 with 223,000 square feet of waterpark space, restaurants, and entertainment, approximately 10 minutes from the neighborhood.
Major Employers in Jester Farms
- Dell Technologies (Technology): Global headquarters in Round Rock employing over 13,000 workers, approximately 10 minutes east via SH 45.
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock (Healthcare): 206-bed hospital on Brown Lane providing over 1,500 jobs approximately 10 minutes southeast.
- Emerson Automation Solutions (Manufacturing): Process automation facility on Sam Bass Road with several hundred employees, approximately 5 minutes west.
- Round Rock ISD (Education): Public school district operating over 50 campuses and employing approximately 8,000 people district-wide.
Jester Farms Schools
Jester Farms is served by Round Rock ISD. Students typically attend Double File Trail Elementary or Union Hill Elementary for elementary school, CPL Robert P Hernandez Middle School or Hopewell Middle School for middle school, and Stony Point High School or Round Rock High School for high school.
School District: Round Rock ISD
Public Schools
- Double File Trail Elementary - Elementary school serving the Jester Farms area in Round Rock ISD.
- Union Hill Elementary - Elementary school serving the Jester Farms area in Round Rock ISD.
- CPL Robert P Hernandez Middle School - Middle school serving the Jester Farms area in Round Rock ISD.
- Hopewell Middle School - Middle school serving the Jester Farms area in Round Rock ISD.
- Stony Point High School - High school serving the Jester Farms area in Round Rock ISD.
- Round Rock High School - High school serving the Jester Farms area in Round Rock ISD.
Pre-Schools
- The Goddard School - Round Rock - Childcare and preschool on University Boulevard offering programs for ages 6 weeks through 6 years with play-based curriculum.
- Kids R Kids Round Rock - Early education center near A.W. Grimes Boulevard serving infants through school age with structured learning programs.
Private Schools
- Round Rock Christian Academy - Pre-K through 12 private school in Round Rock with college-preparatory academics, athletics, and fine arts.
- Redeemer Lutheran School - Lutheran school in Round Rock serving pre-K through 8 with small class sizes and faith-based curriculum.
Higher Education
- Texas State University Round Rock Campus - Texas State satellite campus offering upper-division and graduate programs approximately 8 minutes south.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jester Farms in Round Rock
Jester Farms is located in northwest Round Rock near the intersection of A.W. Grimes Boulevard and University Boulevard within the 78665 zip code. It is approximately 3 miles northwest of downtown Round Rock in Williamson County.
What do homes cost in Jester Farms Round Rock
Homes in Jester Farms typically range from $300,000 to $475,000. Most homes offer 1,500 to 3,000 square feet with three to four bedrooms, built between 1998 and 2004.
What school district is Jester Farms in
Jester Farms is served by Round Rock ISD. Students typically attend Elsa England Elementary, C.D. Fulkes Middle School, and Stony Point High School.
How far is Jester Farms from downtown Austin
Jester Farms is approximately 22 miles north of downtown Austin. The commute takes 30 to 40 minutes via SH 45 to I-35 or MoPac Expressway depending on traffic conditions.
What parks are near Jester Farms Round Rock
Cat Hollow Park is approximately 1 mile south with disc golf and trails. The Brushy Creek Regional Trail provides over 10 miles of paved paths. Old Settlers Park is about 15 minutes east with 570 acres of recreational space.
Does Jester Farms have an HOA
Jester Farms has an active HOA that manages common area maintenance, the neighborhood park and pavilion, and architectural standards. The HOA enforces guidelines covering exterior modifications, fencing, and landscaping.