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Market Overview for Smokey Mountain Oaks
There are 0 active listings in Smokey Mountain Oaks and a median sold price of $1.1M.
Homes average 18 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
About Smokey Mountain Oaks
Smokey Mountain Oaks is a rural residential subdivision in an unincorporated area of Travis County, Texas, located within the Austin metropolitan area. The neighborhood sits in the Hill Country terrain west of Manchaca and south of Oak Hill, accessible via Manchaca Road and FM 1626. The area falls within the 78652 and 78748 zip codes. Surrounding land consists of acreage tracts, ranches, and scattered subdivisions characteristic of the rural fringe between Austin and Buda.
Homes in Smokey Mountain Oaks are predominantly single-family residences on lots ranging from 1 to 5 acres. Properties typically feature 1,500 to 3,000 square feet of living space with three- to four-bedroom floor plans. Construction materials include limestone, brick veneer, and HardiePlank siding with metal or composition roofing. Resale prices in the area generally fall between $400,000 and $700,000 depending on lot size, home condition, and the extent of improvements such as workshops, barns, or secondary structures.
Smokey Mountain Oaks is served by Austin Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Kiker Elementary School, Small Middle School, and Bowie High School. Kiker Elementary enrolls approximately 650 students in grades pre-K through 5. Small Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 1,100 students. Bowie High School enrolls over 2,900 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers more than 25 AP courses, career and technical education programs, and dual-credit options through Austin Community College.
Commuters from Smokey Mountain Oaks reach downtown Austin in approximately 25 to 35 minutes via Manchaca Road to MoPac Expressway or via FM 1626 to I-35. The Oak Hill commercial corridor at the intersection of US 290 and Highway 71, roughly 6 miles north, provides grocery stores, restaurants, and retail. Buda, located approximately 5 miles south along I-35, offers additional shopping and dining options along Main Street and FM 967. The South Austin commercial corridor along Slaughter Lane provides H-E-B, medical offices, and service businesses within a 10-minute drive.
Living in Smokey Mountain Oaks
Smokey Mountain Oaks maintains a rural character with large lots that support horses, livestock, and agricultural use. Properties are typically served by well water and septic systems rather than municipal utilities. The terrain includes rolling hills, native grasses, and clusters of live oak and cedar. Road frontage is along two-lane county roads without curbs or sidewalks. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Austin ISD jurisdictions. The area sits outside the Austin city limits, so there is no city property tax, but residents do not receive city services such as trash collection or code enforcement.
Daily routines involve driving to nearby commercial centers. H-E-B at Slaughter Lane and Manchaca Road is roughly 5 miles northeast for groceries. The Buda downtown area along Main Street offers local restaurants and shops, including Buda Coffee and Trail of Lights BBQ. Onion Creek Metropolitan Park, operated by the City of Austin, is approximately 4 miles east and features a disc golf course, sports fields, and hiking trails on 81 acres along Onion Creek. Dick Nichols District Park, roughly 6 miles north on Beckett Road, has a swimming pool, tennis courts, and playgrounds. Weekend outings often include trips to the Hays County Farmers Market in San Marcos, about 20 miles south on I-35.
Things to Do in Smokey Mountain Oaks
- Onion Creek Metropolitan Park: City of Austin park covering 81 acres along Onion Creek with a disc golf course, sports fields, and hiking trails. Located roughly 4 miles east.
- Dick Nichols District Park: Austin parks facility about 6 miles north with a swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, and playgrounds on 121 acres.
- Downtown Buda: Historic Main Street area in Buda approximately 5 miles south with local restaurants, shops, and the annual Buda Wiener Dog Races held each April.
- Onion Creek Greenbelt: Natural greenbelt corridor following Onion Creek through south Austin, providing hiking and cycling access along the creek's wooded banks.
- Cabela's Buda: Outdoor recreation retail store at I-35 and FM 967 in Buda, featuring a 185,000-square-foot showroom with an indoor archery range and aquarium.
Major Employers in Smokey Mountain Oaks
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): 258-bed acute care hospital on Ben White Boulevard, roughly 10 miles north, employing over 1,500 staff in clinical and support roles.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain with multiple south Austin and Buda locations, serving as a major regional employer with distribution operations.
- Amazon (Logistics): Fulfillment center in San Marcos employing several thousand workers, approximately 20 miles south via I-35.
- Hays CISD (Education): Hays Consolidated ISD operates schools throughout Hays County and employs over 3,000 teachers and staff across its campuses.
Smokey Mountain Oaks Schools
Smokey Mountain Oaks 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
- Gorzycki Middle
- Bowie High School
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Buda - Accredited early education center in Buda serving infants through pre-K with structured curriculum and before/after school care.
- Kids R Kids South Austin - Childcare and preschool center offering programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years on Manchaca Road.
Private Schools
- Veritas Academy - Classical Christian school in Austin serving grades K-12 with a liberal arts curriculum and small class sizes.
- Brentwood Christian School - Private school serving pre-K through 12th grade with college-prep academics and athletics programs in south Austin.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - Two-year college campus in Kyle offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and dual-credit courses for area high school students.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Smokey Mountain Oaks
Homes in Smokey Mountain Oaks typically range from $400,000 to $700,000. Properties sit on 1- to 5-acre lots with single-family homes of 1,500 to 3,000 square feet in limestone, brick, and HardiePlank construction.
What school district is Smokey Mountain Oaks in
Smokey Mountain Oaks is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Kiker Elementary, Small Middle School, and Bowie High School. Bowie High enrolls over 2,900 students and offers 25+ AP courses.
How far is Smokey Mountain Oaks from downtown Austin
Smokey Mountain Oaks is approximately 15 miles south-southwest of downtown Austin. The commute takes 25 to 35 minutes via Manchaca Road to MoPac or FM 1626 to I-35 depending on traffic.
Is Smokey Mountain Oaks in Austin city limits
Smokey Mountain Oaks is in unincorporated Travis County, outside the Austin city limits. Residents do not pay city property tax but also do not receive city services like trash collection. Properties typically use well water and septic systems.
What stores are near Smokey Mountain Oaks
H-E-B at Slaughter Lane and Manchaca Road is roughly 5 miles northeast. The Buda commercial area along I-35 and FM 967 includes additional grocery, dining, and retail options about 5 miles south.
Can you have horses at Smokey Mountain Oaks
The large acreage lots in Smokey Mountain Oaks, ranging from 1 to 5 acres, accommodate horses and livestock. The area is in unincorporated Travis County without city zoning restrictions on agricultural use.