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Market Overview for Zip Code 78729

There are 50 active listings in Zip Code 78729 with a median list price of $487K and a median sold price of $461K.

Homes average 28 days on market.

Over the past 30 days, 25 homes have sold, with 218 sales in the past 12 months.

The average price per square foot is $243.

About Zip Code 78729

Zip code 78729 covers the Anderson Mill and Research Park areas of northwest Austin, centered along the US-183 corridor between McNeil Drive and Parmer Lane. The zip code extends from roughly Pond Springs Road on the south to Parmer Lane on the north, and from the 183A toll road on the west to Metric Boulevard on the east. The area is approximately 15 miles northwest of downtown Austin. Development began in the late 1970s and accelerated through the 1990s as the US-183 technology corridor attracted major employers including Motorola, IBM, and later Apple and Dell. The terrain is relatively flat with scattered creek drainages and moderate tree cover.

Real estate in 78729 consists of established single-family subdivisions, townhome communities, and a significant number of apartment complexes along the 183 frontage road. The Anderson Mill neighborhood, one of the largest, features homes from 1,400 to 2,800 square feet built between 1978 and 1995. Milwood West offers similar vintage homes in the 1,200 to 2,400 square foot range. Home prices typically range from $375K for smaller older homes to $600K for updated four-bedroom properties. The median home price across 78729 is approximately $475K. Townhomes and condos are available from $250K to $375K, making the area one of the more affordable entry points in northwest Austin.

Students in 78729 primarily attend Round Rock ISD schools. Elementary campuses serving the area include Anderson Mill Elementary, Westwood Terrace Elementary, and Jollyville Elementary. Middle school students feed into Canyon Vista Middle School, which has approximately 1,000 students and strong academic programs. High school students attend Westwood High School, one of the top-ranked public high schools in Texas with about 2,800 students and a National Merit Scholar rate consistently among the highest in the Austin area. Some addresses feed into McNeil High School.

The US-183 corridor provides primary transportation through 78729, connecting south to MoPac and north to Cedar Park and Leander via the 183A toll road. Research Boulevard, the 183 frontage road, is a major commercial strip with office parks, retail centers, and restaurants. The Arboretum shopping center at 360 and Research is about 10 minutes south. Lakeline Mall in Cedar Park is approximately 10 minutes north. The Austin MetroRail Red Line has a station at Lakeline, providing commuter rail access to downtown Austin. Parmer Lane runs along the northern boundary connecting to I-35 and the technology campuses of Apple, Samsung, and other employers.

Living in Zip Code 78729

Residents of 78729 are a diverse mix of technology professionals, families, and long-term homeowners. Median household income is approximately $90,000. The area has one of the most ethnically diverse populations in northwest Austin, with large Asian, Hispanic, and white communities. Anderson Mill and Milwood attracted many families during the tech boom of the 1990s and 2000s, and the strong reputation of Westwood High School continues to drive demand from families with school-age children. The area also has a significant population of renters in apartment complexes along the 183 corridor.

Daily life in 78729 revolves around the Research Boulevard commercial corridor and neighborhood amenities. H-E-B on Research Boulevard and another on Parmer Lane serve as primary grocery stops. The Lakeline area, about 10 minutes north, has Lakeline Mall, Costco, and additional retail. Anderson Mill has a community pool, park, and greenbelt trails along Brushy Creek. The 183 frontage road has a dense concentration of restaurants representing cuisines from Indian and Chinese to Ethiopian and Tex-Mex, with notable spots including Asia Cafe and Tarka Indian Kitchen. The Brushy Creek Regional Trail provides a paved multi-use path for cycling and running that extends from Cedar Park through the northwest Austin greenbelts for over 10 miles.

Things to Do in Zip Code 78729

• Brushy Creek Regional Trail: Paved multi-use trail extending over 10 miles from Cedar Park through northwest Austin, ideal for cycling, running, and walking.
• Anderson Mill Community Park: Neighborhood park with a swimming pool, playground, sports courts, and greenbelt access along Brushy Creek.
• Research Boulevard Dining: Dense concentration of international restaurants along the 183 frontage road, including Asia Cafe, Tarka Indian Kitchen, and numerous Chinese, Korean, and Ethiopian spots.
• Lakeline Mall: Regional shopping mall about 10 minutes north in Cedar Park with major retailers, a movie theater, and a food court.
• The Arboretum: Outdoor shopping center about 10 minutes south at 360 and Research with restaurants, retail, and the adjacent Great Hills Park.

Major Employers in Zip Code 78729

• Apple (Technology): Apple's Parmer Lane campus adjacent to 78729 employs over 7,000 people in engineering and operations roles.
• Dell Technologies (Technology): Dell's headquarters in Round Rock is about 10 minutes north, with over 13,000 employees in the Austin metro.
• National Instruments (NI) (Technology): Test and measurement company based on Mopac, employing roughly 3,000 in Austin.
• Emerson Automation Solutions (Technology/Manufacturing): Engineering and manufacturing firm with a large office on Research Boulevard employing several hundred.
• Round Rock ISD (Education): Major regional employer with over 8,000 staff across the district's campuses and facilities.

Zip Code 78729 Schools

78729 is primarily served by Round Rock ISD with Westwood High School as the main feeder, one of the top-ranked public high schools in Texas.

School District: Round Rock ISD

Public Schools

• Anderson Mill Elementary (RRISD) - Pre-K through 5th grade campus serving the Anderson Mill neighborhood, approximately 550 students.
• Westwood Terrace Elementary (RRISD) - Serves roughly 500 students in pre-K through 5th grade near the Research Park area.
• Jollyville Elementary (RRISD) - Pre-K through 5th grade campus near the southern boundary of the zip code.
• Canyon Vista Middle School (RRISD) - About 1,000 students in 6th through 8th grade with advanced academic programs.
• Westwood High School (RRISD) - Top-ranked high school with about 2,800 students, high National Merit Scholar rate, and strong AP participation.

Pre-Schools

• Primrose School of Anderson Mill - Accredited private preschool serving infants through pre-K in the Anderson Mill area.
• Stepping Stone School Research - Early childhood education center on Research Boulevard with infant through school-age programs.

Private Schools

• Redeemer Lutheran School - Pre-K through 8th grade on Duval Road, about 5 minutes east.
• Challenger School - Private preschool through 8th grade on Avery Ranch Boulevard, about 10 minutes north.

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