Market Overview for Park North
There are 1 active listings in Park North with a median list price of $155K and a median sold price of $155K.
Homes average 5 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $215.
About Park North
Park North is a condominium community in San Marcos, Texas, located at 1624 Aquarena Springs Drive in the 78666 zip code within Hays County. The complex sits approximately 0.5 miles east of I-35 and roughly 1 mile northeast of the Texas State University campus. Built in 1982, Park North contains 60 individually owned two-bedroom, two-bathroom units in single-story buildings arranged around a central courtyard. The property covers approximately 4 acres with mature live oak trees throughout the grounds. San Marcos is located 30 miles south of Austin and 50 miles north of San Antonio along the I-35 corridor.
Units at Park North typically range from $100,000 to $175,000, making them among the lower-priced ownership options in the San Marcos area. Each unit offers approximately 800 to 950 square feet of living space with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Floor plans feature open living and dining areas with galley-style or L-shaped kitchens. The complex includes covered parking spaces, individual storage closets, and exterior courtyards. Construction materials include brick and wood-frame exteriors with composition roofing, consistent with early 1980s Central Texas multifamily construction.
Park North is served by San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Travis Elementary School, which serves grades pre-K through 5 with approximately 500 students. The middle school feeder is Miller Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 with roughly 700 students. San Marcos High School serves grades 9 through 12 with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students and offers Advanced Placement courses, career and technical education programs, and UIL athletics.
Commuters from Park North reach downtown Austin in approximately 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 North. San Antonio is approximately 50 minutes south via I-35. The Texas State University campus, which enrolls over 38,000 students, is less than 1 mile southwest and serves as the largest employer in the city. The San Marcos Premium Outlets, a 130-store shopping center, is approximately 3 miles south on I-35. Capital Metro bus service does not extend to San Marcos, but the CARTS regional transit system provides intercity connections, and Texas State operates a campus shuttle system with stops near Aquarena Springs Drive.
Living in Park North
Park North units are individually owned condominiums arranged in single-story buildings around a shared courtyard with a swimming pool and sport court. Mature live oak trees shade the property and common areas. The HOA manages exterior maintenance, roofing, landscaping, pool upkeep, and common-area utilities. Monthly HOA fees cover these shared expenses and vary by unit. Property tax rates fall under Hays County and San Marcos CISD jurisdictions. The complex sits along a quiet stretch of Aquarena Springs Drive with two Texas State bus stops within walking distance.
Daily life at Park North benefits from proximity to Texas State University and the San Marcos commercial corridor. H-E-B grocery on Thorpe Lane is approximately 1 mile west, alongside restaurants, banks, and retail. The San Marcos River, known for its constant 72-degree spring-fed water, runs approximately 0.5 miles west with public access at Rio Vista Park for tubing and swimming. Purgatory Creek Natural Area, a 427-acre city park, is roughly 3 miles west with 10 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. The square in downtown San Marcos, approximately 1.5 miles southwest, features locally owned restaurants, shops, and the historic Hays County Courthouse built in 1908.
Things to Do in Park North
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river maintaining 72-degree water year-round with public tubing and swimming access at Rio Vista Park, approximately 0.5 miles west. Tube rental available from local outfitters.
- Purgatory Creek Natural Area: 427-acre city park roughly 3 miles west with over 10 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through Hill Country terrain. Free entry.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets: 130-store outlet shopping center on I-35 approximately 3 miles south featuring retail brands and dining options.
- Downtown San Marcos Square: Historic downtown area approximately 1.5 miles southwest with locally owned restaurants, shops, and the Hays County Courthouse built in 1908.
- Wonder World Cave: Commercial cave and park on Prospect Street approximately 2 miles west, featuring guided cave tours and an observation tower. Admission approximately $25 for adults.
Major Employers in Park North
- Texas State University (Higher Education): Public university employing over 5,000 faculty and staff, the largest employer in San Marcos, located less than 1 mile southwest.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets (Retail): 130-store outlet shopping center on I-35 approximately 3 miles south, employing hundreds across retail tenants.
- Central Texas Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on Wonderworld Drive employing over 600 workers, approximately 3 miles west.
- Amazon (Logistics): Fulfillment center in San Marcos employing over 1,000 workers, located off I-35 approximately 4 miles south.
Park North Schools
Park North is served by San Marcos ISD. Students typically attend Crockett Elementary or Travis Elementary for elementary school, Goodnight Middle School or Miller Middle School for middle school, and San Marcos High School for high school.
School District: San Marcos ISD
Public Schools
- Crockett Elementary - Elementary school serving the Park North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Travis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Park North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Goodnight Middle School - Middle school serving the Park North area in San Marcos ISD.
- Miller Middle School - Middle school serving the Park North area in San Marcos ISD.
- San Marcos High School - High school serving the Park North area in San Marcos ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Bobcat Playcare at Texas State - University-affiliated childcare center serving children of students and employees, located on the Texas State campus.
- Children's Discovery Center - Preschool and childcare program in San Marcos serving ages 2 through 5 with play-based curriculum.
Private Schools
- San Marcos Academy - College-preparatory school on a 160-acre campus in San Marcos serving grades 7-12 with boarding and day student options.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university enrolling over 38,000 students approximately 1 mile southwest, offering over 200 degree programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are condo prices at Park North San Marcos
Condos at Park North typically range from $100,000 to $175,000. Units are two-bedroom, two-bathroom layouts of 800 to 950 square feet in single-story buildings built in 1982.
What school district is Park North San Marcos in
Park North is served by San Marcos Consolidated ISD. Students typically attend Travis Elementary, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. San Marcos High enrolls approximately 2,200 students.
How far is Park North from Texas State University
Park North is approximately 1 mile northeast of the Texas State University campus. Texas State bus stops are within walking distance of the complex on Aquarena Springs Drive, providing shuttle service to campus.
How far is Park North San Marcos from Austin
Park North is approximately 30 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 North depending on traffic. San Antonio is approximately 50 minutes south via I-35.
Does Park North San Marcos have a pool
Park North includes a swimming pool and sport court in the central courtyard area. These amenities are shared by all 60 units and maintained by the HOA through monthly dues.
What is the San Marcos River near Park North
The San Marcos River is a spring-fed waterway approximately 0.5 miles west of Park North. The river maintains 72-degree water year-round and offers public tubing and swimming access at Rio Vista Park.