Market Overview for Jester Estates
There are 1 active listings in Jester Estates with a median list price of $1.2M and a median sold price of $910K.
Homes average 22 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 23 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $377.
About Jester Estates
Jester Estates is a residential subdivision in northwest Austin, accessed via Jester Boulevard off Ranch Road 2222 approximately one mile west of the Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway) intersection. Part of the broader Jester community alongside the adjacent Canyon Ridge and Jester Point sections, the area collectively comprises approximately 900 homes within the 78750 zip code.
Development began in the early 1980s and continued through approximately 2000, with builders including Brighton Homes, David Weekley Homes, Heyl Homes, Doyle Wilson Homes, and Scott Felder Homes. Homes range from approximately 1,800 to 4,000 square feet in styles that include single-story ranch designs and multi-level custom construction on wooded lots with mature live oak and juniper canopy.
The subdivision is bordered on three sides by the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, a network of conservation tracts exceeding 33,000 acres managed jointly by Travis County and the City of Austin for the protection of the golden-cheeked warbler and other listed species. The West Bull Creek Greenbelt, a 1.8-mile trail accessible from within the neighborhood, connects residents to the creek corridor and surrounding preserve land. The neighborhood sits in the Northern Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, straddling the Bull and West Bull Creek watersheds, and has been designated by the City of Austin as a Green Neighborhood for its participation in the Clean Creek Challenge program.
The Jester Homeowners Association, a non-profit incorporated in 1988, maintains neighborhood entryways, enforces deed restrictions, and organizes community events including a Fourth of July parade and holiday food drives. A separate organization, the Jester Club, offers optional membership providing access to a 25-meter swimming pool, two tennis courts, a basketball court, a shaded playground, a picnic area with barbecue pits, and a party pavilion. Jester Boulevard provides the primary entry, with limited additional access points contributing to lower through-traffic on interior streets.
Living in Jester Estates
The neighborhood is zoned for Austin ISD schools: Hill Elementary, a National Blue Ribbon School; Murchison Middle School, the only International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme campus in Austin ISD; and Anderson High School, which has offered the IB Diploma Programme since 1991 and is the oldest IB high school in Central Texas. The three schools form a continuous IB pathway from sixth grade through graduation.
Daily commuting from Jester typically follows Ranch Road 2222 east to Mopac or Loop 360. Downtown Austin is approximately eight miles southeast, a drive that ranges from 15 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. The 183 technology corridor along Braker Lane is approximately five miles north via Loop 360.
Grocery stores, restaurants, and medical offices are concentrated along the 2222 and 620 corridors and in the nearby Great Hills and Arboretum shopping areas, each within a few miles. St. David's North Austin Medical Center on Mopac is the nearest full-service hospital. The Balcones Canyonlands Preserve land surrounding the neighborhood provides direct access to trail networks for hiking and birding without leaving the immediate area.
Things to Do in Jester Estates
- West Bull Creek Greenbelt: A 1.8-mile trail accessible from within the neighborhood, following the creek through wooded canyon terrain with connections to the broader Balcones Canyonlands Preserve trail network.
- Balcones Canyonlands Preserve: A network of conservation tracts exceeding 33,000 acres surrounding the neighborhood, managed by Travis County and the City of Austin. Approximately 3,500 acres are open to the public for hiking and birding.
- St. Edward's Park: A City of Austin nature park on Spicewood Springs Road approximately 2.5 miles east, with trails along Bull Creek featuring limestone bluffs and creek access.
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park: A City of Austin park on Lake Austin approximately five miles west, with camping, swimming, boat ramps, and picnic areas along the Colorado River.
- The Domain: A mixed-use development approximately seven miles north on Burnet Road with national retailers, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Major Employers in Jester Estates
- 3M (Manufacturing/Technology): Diversified manufacturing and technology company with an Austin campus in the Loop 360 corridor in northwest Austin.
- Apple (Technology): Operates a major campus on Parmer Lane in northwest Austin approximately seven miles north of Jester Estates.
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on North Mopac providing emergency, surgical, and specialty medical services.
- University of Texas at Austin (Higher Education): The state's flagship public university, located approximately eight miles southeast in central Austin.
Jester Estates Schools
Jester Estates is zoned for Austin ISD. The feeder pattern forms one of the few continuous International Baccalaureate pathways in the district, running from Murchison Middle School through Anderson High School.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Hill Elementary
- Murchison Middle
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is Jester Estates in?
Jester Estates is in Austin ISD. Zoned schools are Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle School (IB Middle Years Programme), and Anderson High School (IB Diploma Programme).
Is the Jester Club the same as the Jester HOA?
No. The Jester Homeowners Association and the Jester Club are separate organizations with their own boards and bylaws. The HOA manages deed restrictions and neighborhood maintenance. The Jester Club is an optional membership providing access to a pool, tennis courts, basketball court, and playground.
What is the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve?
The Balcones Canyonlands Preserve is a network of conservation tracts exceeding 33,000 acres managed by Travis County and the City of Austin. It protects habitat for the golden-cheeked warbler and other listed species. Jester Estates is bordered by the preserve on three sides.
How far is Jester Estates from downtown Austin?
Downtown Austin is approximately eight miles southeast via Ranch Road 2222 to Mopac. Drive time ranges from 15 to 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
How many homes are in the Jester community?
The broader Jester community, which includes Jester Estates, Canyon Ridge, and Jester Point, comprises approximately 900 homes collectively. Development began in the early 1980s and continued through approximately 2000.