Market Overview for Bratton
There are 21 active listings in Bratton with a median list price of $459K and a median sold price of $425K.
Homes average 26 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 4 homes have sold, with 72 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $223.
About Bratton
Bratton is a cluster of related subdivisions in northeast Austin (Travis County, ZIP 78728) situated along Bratton Lane, east of I-35 and north of Parmer Lane. The primary sub-communities are Bratton Park, Bratton Hill, and Bratton Glen.
Bratton Park, near the intersection of Merrilltown Drive and Bratton Lane, was built in 1994-1995 with floor plans ranging from 1,300 to 2,000 square feet in hill country-style homes with brick and stone exteriors. Bratton Hill dates to 1998 with more recent construction phases built by William Lyon Homes (circa 2017) and Taylor Morrison, featuring homes around 2,100 square feet with three- to four-bedroom configurations. Bratton Glen has an active homeowners association managed by Goodwin and Company.
The broader area falls within or adjacent to the Wells Branch Municipal Utility District (MUD), a special governmental entity regulated by TCEQ that provides water, wastewater, solid waste, recycling, and composting services. Wells Branch MUD levies a separate tax in addition to Travis County, City of Austin, and school district taxes. The MUD maintains Katherine Fleischer Park with its community center and pool, Mills Pond with a fishing pier and boat dock, approximately six miles of hike-and-bike trails along the Wells Branch greenbelt, an 18-hole disc golf course, a skatepark, and two community pools (Willow Bend Pool is heated and open year-round). Bratton is approximately 16 miles from downtown Austin with direct access to I-35. The area sits less than a mile from the interstate, making it convenient for commuters working along the north Austin technology corridor.
Living in Bratton
H-E-B operates grocery stores at 1434 Wells Branch Parkway and at 6001 West Parmer Lane, both a short drive from the Bratton subdivisions. The broader north Austin corridor offers retail and dining along I-35, Parmer Lane, and Wells Branch Parkway.
The Bratton area is primarily served by Round Rock Independent School District, though some properties near Dessau Road may fall within Pflugerville ISD boundaries. Buyers should verify district assignment by address using each district's boundary tool. The Wells Branch Recreation Center at 3000 Shoreline Drive offers a basketball court, fitness room, art room, dance room, and meeting space, plus an organic community garden.
The commute to downtown Austin is approximately 25 to 35 minutes via I-35 outside of rush hour. Capital Metro provides bus service in the north Austin area. Samsung Austin Semiconductor, Apple, and Dell Technologies all have major facilities within 15 minutes along the Parmer Lane and I-35 corridors, making the Bratton area convenient for technology-sector commuters.
Things to Do in Bratton
- Katherine Fleischer Park: A 22-acre Wells Branch MUD park with a community center, seasonal swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, sand volleyball court, baseball field, playgrounds, covered pavilions, and the Chuck Walters Pavilion.
- Mills Pond Recreation Area: A regional detention pond with a fishing pier, floating boat dock for non-motorized boats, walking trails, and bird-watching areas. Adjacent trails connect to the broader Wells Branch greenbelt system.
- Wells Branch Hike and Bike Trail: Approximately six miles of decomposed granite trail connecting the Recreation Center, Willow Bend Pool, soccer fields, Mills Pond, Katherine Fleischer Park, and the disc golf course. Open 5 AM to 10 PM daily.
- Wells Branch Disc Golf Course: A free 18-hole course originally established in 1996 and expanded from 9 holes in 2013. Rated 4.2 out of 5 on UDisc from more than 4,600 reviews. Annual tournaments hosted by the WB Disc Golf Club.
- Wells Branch Skatepark: Opened in October 2018 adjacent to the Recreation Center at 3000 Shoreline Drive. Features include a mini ramp, flow bowl, flat bar, flat ledges, bank ramp, a 6-stair set, down rail, and Euro Gap.
- Wells Branch Recreation Center: Community facility at 3000 Shoreline Drive with a full basketball court, game room, art room, fitness room, dance room, and meeting space. Also offers an organic community garden with plots for residents.
Major Employers in Bratton
- Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Technology): Samsung operates a semiconductor fabrication facility at 12100 Samsung Boulevard along East Parmer Lane with more than 3,000 employees. The campus has operated for over 30 years in the Austin area.
- Dell Technologies (Technology): Headquartered at One Dell Way in Round Rock, approximately 15 minutes east of the Bratton area. Dell employs approximately 14,000 people in the Central Texas region.
- Apple (Technology): Apple's Parmer Lane campus, including the expanding facility at 6900 West Parmer Lane, supports approximately 10,000 Austin-area employees. The campus is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from the Bratton area.
- Amazon (Technology): Amazon employs approximately 3,000 people across multiple buildings at The Domain in north Austin, with a 340,000-square-foot lease and additional expansion at Domain 9.
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): Part of St. David's HealthCare (HCA), the third-largest private employer in the Austin area with more than 10,600 employees across the system. The North Austin facility is near the Bratton area.
Bratton Schools
The Bratton area is primarily served by Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD). Some properties near Dessau Road may fall within Pflugerville ISD boundaries. School assignments depend on specific address. Buyers should verify using the RRISD boundary tool or the TEA School District Locator.
School District: Round Rock ISD
Public Schools
- Wells Branch Elementary - Round Rock ISD Arts Integration Academy at 14650 Merriltown Drive, Austin TX 78728.
- Joe Lee Johnson STEAM Academy - Round Rock ISD's first STEAM academy at 2800 Sauls Drive, Austin TX 78728. Opened in 2016.
- Deerpark Middle School - Grades 6-8 at 8849 Anderson Mill Road, Austin TX 78729. Enrollment approximately 820 students.
- McNeil High School - Grades 9-12 at 5720 McNeil Drive, Austin TX 78729. Enrollment approximately 2,533 students. Named a National Blue Ribbon School in 1999-2000.
Pre-Schools
- Stepping Stone School at Wells Branch - Child care center at 2001 Wells Branch Parkway, Austin TX 78728, serving ages six weeks through five years plus before- and after-school care. S.T.R.E.A.M. curriculum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves the Bratton area?
Primarily Round Rock Independent School District. However, the district boundary between Round Rock ISD and Pflugerville ISD runs through northeast Austin, and some properties near Dessau Road may fall within Pflugerville ISD. Buyers should verify by address using the RRISD boundary locator.
What is Wells Branch MUD and does it affect taxes?
Wells Branch MUD is a Municipal Utility District — a special governmental entity of the State of Texas regulated by TCEQ. It provides water, wastewater, solid waste, recycling, and composting services and levies a separate property tax in addition to Travis County, City of Austin, and school district taxes.
How old are the homes in the Bratton area?
Original Bratton Park sections were built in 1994-1995 with homes of 1,300 to 2,000 square feet. Bratton Hill's original phase dates to 1998. Newer construction phases in Bratton Hill were built by William Lyon Homes (circa 2017) and Taylor Morrison. The area has a mix of 1990s-era and 2010s-era housing stock.
How far is Bratton from downtown Austin?
Approximately 16 miles. The commute via I-35 takes roughly 25 to 35 minutes outside of rush hour. Major tech employers including Samsung, Apple, and Dell all have facilities within 15 minutes along the Parmer Lane and I-35 corridors.
Are there community pools in the Bratton area?
Wells Branch MUD operates two pools. Willow Bend Pool at 2801 Sauls Drive is heated and open year-round. Katherine Fleischer Pool is seasonal, open May through Labor Day, with a 25-meter pool, diving well, and wading pool. The Armada is a competitive summer swim team for ages 4-17.
What parks and trails are near Bratton?
Wells Branch MUD maintains Katherine Fleischer Park (22 acres), Mills Pond with a fishing pier, approximately six miles of hike-and-bike trail, an 18-hole disc golf course, and a skatepark. The trails connect the Recreation Center, pools, parks, and disc golf course into a continuous network.
