Market Overview for Fox Run Ridge
There are 0 active listings in Fox Run Ridge and a median sold price of $1.2M.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
About Fox Run Ridge
Fox Run Ridge is an unincorporated residential community located in the Austin metropolitan area of central Texas. The subdivision sits within Travis County and carries an Austin mailing address, though it falls outside the Austin city limits. Access to Highway 290 and State Highway 71 connects the neighborhood to the broader metro area, with downtown Austin reachable in roughly 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic patterns.
Homes in Fox Run Ridge consist primarily of single-family residences built in the 1990s and early 2000s. Properties typically feature 3 to 4 bedrooms on lots ranging from one-quarter acre to one-half acre, with construction styles including brick and limestone exteriors common to the central Texas Hill Country. Prices in the area generally range from the mid-$300,000s to the mid-$500,000s based on condition, lot size, and recent renovations.
Students in Fox Run Ridge are served by Austin ISD. The typical feeder pattern routes children through Patton Elementary School, Covington Middle School, and Bowie High School. Bowie High enrolls over 2,900 students and offers more than 25 Advanced Placement courses, along with a fine arts program and competitive athletics.
Fox Run Ridge provides access to the retail and employment centers of the Oak Hill area and southwest Austin. Grocery options include H-E-B locations along Highway 290 and US 71, with additional shopping at the Shops at Arbor Walk and Barton Creek Square Mall roughly 10 to 15 miles north and east. Major employers such as Apple, AMD, and NXP Semiconductors operate campuses within a 15 to 25-minute drive.
Living in Fox Run Ridge
Fox Run Ridge draws a mix of working professionals and established households. The area's median household income aligns with the broader southwest Austin range of $75,000 to $100,000. Many residents hold college degrees, and commute patterns reflect employment in the technology sector, state government, and healthcare facilities concentrated along the MoPac and I-35 corridors.
Day-to-day life in Fox Run Ridge revolves around the convenience of the Oak Hill commercial corridor. H-E-B and Randalls provide grocery service within a few miles, and restaurants along Highway 290 range from barbecue joints to Tex-Mex options. Dick Nichols Park, located roughly 3 miles northeast, offers a disc golf course, playgrounds, and a swimming pool. The Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at Gaines Creek is within a short drive for hiking and mountain biking.
Things to Do in Fox Run Ridge
- Barton Creek Greenbelt: Over 12 miles of hiking and biking trails with swimming holes and limestone formations. Multiple trailheads are accessible within a 10-minute drive.
- Dick Nichols Park: Southwest Austin park featuring a disc golf course, swimming pool, playgrounds, and walking trails across 121 acres roughly 3 miles from the neighborhood.
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: 284-acre botanical garden operated by UT Austin on La Crosse Avenue, featuring native plant displays, walking trails, and seasonal exhibits.
- Jester King Brewery: Farmhouse brewery on Fitzhugh Road producing barrel-aged and wild ales with a large outdoor seating area on a ranch property, approximately 10 minutes south.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County park roughly 20 miles west featuring a collapsed grotto and natural swimming hole. Reservations are required during summer months.
Major Employers in Fox Run Ridge
- Apple (Technology): 133-acre campus in northwest Austin employing over 5,000 workers, approximately 20 minutes north of Fox Run Ridge.
- AMD (Semiconductors): Headquarters campus in southwest Austin with roughly 3,000 employees, within 15 minutes of the neighborhood.
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor manufacturer with a design and manufacturing facility in Oak Hill, about 10 minutes east.
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): 350-bed hospital on Ben White Boulevard roughly 10 miles east providing emergency, surgical, and specialty care.
Fox Run Ridge Schools
Fox Run Ridge is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Baldwin Elementary for elementary school, Gorzycki Middle School for middle school, and Bowie High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Baldwin Elementary - Elementary school serving the Fox Run Ridge area in Austin ISD.
- Gorzycki Middle School - Middle school serving the Fox Run Ridge area in Austin ISD.
- Bowie High School - High school serving the Fox Run Ridge area in Austin ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Brodie Lane - Accredited early childhood center on Brodie Lane serving infants through pre-kindergarten.
- Children's Courtyard - National chain preschool with a southwest Austin location offering infant through school-age programs.
Private Schools
- Brentwood Christian School - Private K-12 school in south Austin offering college-preparatory curriculum with small class sizes.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Pinnacle Campus - ACC campus on Pinnacle Drive in southwest Austin offering two-year degree and certificate programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fox Run Ridge in Austin TX
Fox Run Ridge is an unincorporated subdivision in the Austin metro area of Travis County, located in the southwest portion near Oak Hill. It carries an Austin mailing address but sits outside the city limits, with access to Highway 290 and Highway 71.
What do homes cost in Fox Run Ridge
Homes in Fox Run Ridge generally range from the mid-$300,000s to the mid-$500,000s. Properties are primarily single-family residences built in the 1990s and early 2000s with 3 to 4 bedrooms on quarter-acre to half-acre lots.
What school district is Fox Run Ridge in
Fox Run Ridge is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Patton Elementary, Covington Middle School, and Bowie High School. Bowie High enrolls over 2,900 students and offers more than 25 AP courses.
How far is Fox Run Ridge from downtown Austin
Fox Run Ridge is approximately 15 to 18 miles southwest of downtown Austin. The commute takes roughly 20 to 30 minutes via Highway 290 east to MoPac Expressway, depending on traffic conditions.
What stores and restaurants are near Fox Run Ridge
The Oak Hill area along Highway 290 provides H-E-B, Randalls, and a range of restaurants within a few miles. Additional retail and dining options are available at Barton Creek Square Mall and the Shops at Arbor Walk, both within 15 miles.
What parks are near Fox Run Ridge
Dick Nichols Park is roughly 3 miles away with a disc golf course, pool, and playgrounds. The Barton Creek Greenbelt offers 12+ miles of trails within a 10-minute drive, and Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is about 5 miles southeast.