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Market Overview for Blanco River North
There are 6 active listings in Blanco River North with a median list price of $250K and a median sold price of $277K.
Homes average 39 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 13 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $154.
About Blanco River North
Blanco River North is a residential area located in San Marcos, Texas, within the 78666 zip code in Hays County. The neighborhood sits along the northern bank of the Blanco River on the north side of San Marcos, roughly 30 miles south of downtown Austin via I-35. The area is accessed from River Road and local residential streets branching north from the Blanco River corridor, with proximity to the intersection of SH 12 (Wonder World Drive) and Hunter Road. The Blanco River, a spring-fed Hill Country waterway, flows east through the area before joining the San Marcos River approximately 3 miles downstream. Residential development in the area includes a mix of older homes from the 1970s through 1990s and newer construction on previously undeveloped tracts.
Homes in Blanco River North generally range from $250,000 to $475,000 depending on lot size, river proximity, and home condition. Properties include single-family ranch-style homes, split-level designs, and newer construction on lots ranging from one-quarter acre to one acre or more. Homes along or near the river corridor tend to sit on larger lots with mature live oak and pecan trees. Construction materials include brick, stone, and frame construction with metal or composition roofing. Some properties include river access easements or direct waterfront footage along the Blanco River. Square footage ranges from approximately 1,200 to 2,800 square feet with three to four bedrooms being most common.
Blanco River North is served by San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Bowie Elementary School, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. Bowie Elementary serves grades pre-K through 5. Miller Middle School enrolls students in grades 6 through 8 with academic and extracurricular programs. San Marcos High School serves grades 9 through 12 with approximately 2,000 students and offers Advanced Placement courses, career and technical education pathways, and dual-credit programs through Texas State University. San Marcos CISD operates 11 campuses serving approximately 8,000 students.
Commuters from Blanco River North reach downtown Austin in approximately 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 north, depending on traffic conditions. San Marcos is positioned along the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio, with each city approximately 30 miles in either direction. The San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets on I-35 are major retail destinations approximately 3 miles east. Texas State University, with enrollment exceeding 38,000 students, is the city's largest employer and is located approximately 2 miles southeast. H-E-B Plus on SH 123 provides full-service grocery within a 10-minute drive.
Living in Blanco River North
Blanco River North features a mix of housing eras and styles set on lots with native Hill Country vegetation including live oak, pecan, and cedar elm trees. Properties closer to the river sit on larger lots with natural landscaping, while homes on interior streets occupy quarter-acre to half-acre lots with more typical suburban layouts. Road infrastructure includes a combination of county-maintained roads and city streets, with some sections lacking sidewalks or curbs. The area does not have a unified HOA across all sections, though individual subdivisions within the broader area may have their own covenants. Property tax rates fall under Hays County and San Marcos CISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $2.00 per $100 of assessed valuation.
The Blanco River provides the primary natural amenity for the area, with opportunities for swimming, tubing, and fishing along accessible stretches of the waterway. Five Mile Dam Park, located along the Blanco River approximately 2 miles west, offers a popular swimming hole, picnic areas, and a low-water dam. Purgatory Creek Natural Area, a 730-acre Hays County preserve approximately 3 miles south, provides over 10 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through Hill Country terrain. Downtown San Marcos, about 2 miles southeast, includes the historic town square with locally owned restaurants, shops, and the Price Center performing arts venue. The San Marcos River, fed by the San Marcos Springs, maintains a year-round temperature near 72 degrees and supports tubing, kayaking, and glass-bottom boat tours at Spring Lake.
Things to Do in Blanco River North
- Five Mile Dam Park: Park along the Blanco River approximately 2 miles west with a popular swimming hole, low-water dam, and picnic areas. Free access.
- Purgatory Creek Natural Area: 730-acre Hays County preserve about 3 miles south with over 10 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through Hill Country terrain.
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river maintaining a year-round temperature near 72 degrees, supporting tubing, kayaking, and swimming through downtown San Marcos.
- Downtown San Marcos Square: Historic town square approximately 2 miles southeast with locally owned restaurants, shops, and the Price Center performing arts venue.
- Spring Lake at the Meadows Center: Glass-bottom boat tours operated by Texas State University at the headwaters of the San Marcos River, viewing endangered species and natural springs.
Major Employers in Blanco River North
- Texas State University (Higher Education): Public university with enrollment exceeding 38,000 students and over 5,000 faculty and staff, located approximately 2 miles southeast.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets (Retail): Outlet shopping center on I-35 approximately 3 miles east with over 140 stores, employing hundreds of retail workers.
- Central Texas Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on SH 123 in San Marcos providing emergency, surgical, and outpatient services with approximately 800 employees.
- San Marcos CISD (Education): Public school district operating 11 campuses and employing over 1,200 staff across the San Marcos area.
Blanco River North Schools
Blanco River North is served by San Marcos ISD. Students typically attend Travis Elementary or Dezavala Elementary or Mendez Elementary or Bowie Elementary or Crockett Elementary for elementary school, Goodnight Middle School or Miller Middle School or Owen Goodnight Middle School for middle school, and San Marcos High School for high school.
School District: San Marcos ISD
Public Schools
- Travis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Dezavala Elementary - Elementary school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Mendez Elementary - Elementary school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Bowie Elementary - Elementary school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Crockett Elementary - Elementary school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Goodnight Middle School - Middle school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Miller Middle School - Middle school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Owen Goodnight Middle School - Middle school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
- San Marcos High School - High school serving the Blanco River North area in San Marcos ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Creative World School San Marcos - Preschool and childcare center offering programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years with STEAM-based curriculum.
- Hays County Child Development Center - Early childhood education center in San Marcos providing full-day care and preschool programs for children ages 2 through 5.
Private Schools
- San Marcos Academy - College-preparatory boarding and day school in San Marcos serving grades 6 through 12 with small class sizes and structured programs.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university in San Marcos with enrollment exceeding 38,000 students across 10 colleges, approximately 2 miles southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Blanco River North San Marcos
Homes in Blanco River North generally range from $250,000 to $475,000. Properties include ranch-style homes and newer construction on lots from one-quarter acre to one acre or more. River-adjacent lots with water access tend toward the higher end.
What school district is Blanco River North in
Blanco River North is served by San Marcos CISD. Students typically attend Bowie Elementary, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. San Marcos High offers AP courses and dual-credit programs through Texas State University.
How far is Blanco River North from Austin
Blanco River North is approximately 30 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 north, depending on traffic conditions. San Antonio is roughly 30 miles to the south.
What is the Blanco River in San Marcos TX
The Blanco River is a spring-fed Hill Country waterway that flows east through northern San Marcos before joining the San Marcos River about 3 miles downstream. The river supports swimming, tubing, and fishing along accessible stretches.
What outdoor activities are near Blanco River North
The Blanco River offers swimming and tubing, with Five Mile Dam Park providing a popular swimming hole about 2 miles west. Purgatory Creek Natural Area has over 10 miles of hiking and biking trails. The San Marcos River supports year-round water recreation.
What is Texas State University in San Marcos
Texas State University is a public university with enrollment exceeding 38,000 students, located approximately 2 miles southeast of Blanco River North. The university operates 10 colleges and is the largest employer in San Marcos.