Market Overview for Stratford
There are 2 active listings in Stratford with a median list price of $6.4M and a median sold price of $2.9M.
Homes average 74 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 8 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $1196.
About Stratford
Stratford Hills is a residential subdivision located in southwest Austin, Texas, within the 78749 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood sits south of US 290 (Ben White Boulevard) and west of Manchaca Road, approximately 10 miles southwest of downtown Austin. Stratford Hills was developed primarily in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with homes arranged along curving residential streets with cul-de-sacs. The subdivision is bordered by other established southwest Austin neighborhoods including Shady Hollow and Bauerle Ranch, with Slaughter Creek running through the broader area.
Homes in Stratford Hills typically range from $350,000 to $550,000 depending on lot size, square footage, and updates. Most residences are single-family detached homes with three to four bedrooms, ranging from approximately 1,400 to 2,400 square feet. Construction styles include one- and two-story floor plans with brick, stone, and wood-composite exteriors. Lot sizes average between 6,000 and 9,000 square feet with mature tree coverage throughout the neighborhood. An HOA manages common areas and enforces community standards.
Stratford Hills is served by Austin Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Baranoff Elementary School, Bailey Middle School, and Bowie High School. Baranoff Elementary serves grades pre-K through 5 with approximately 900 students and offers a dual-language program. Bailey Middle School enrolls roughly 1,100 students in grades 6 through 8 with accelerated math and science tracks. Bowie High School serves grades 9 through 12 with over 2,900 students and provides Advanced Placement courses, dual-credit programs through Austin Community College, and career and technical education pathways.
Commuters from Stratford Hills reach downtown Austin in approximately 20 to 25 minutes via MoPac Expressway (Loop 1) or Manchaca Road. The Brodie Lane and William Cannon Drive corridors provide access to retail centers, medical offices, and restaurants within a 5-minute drive. Capital Metro bus routes serve stops along Manchaca Road and William Cannon Drive. H-E-B on Brodie Lane and Sprouts Farmers Market are within 5 minutes, and Southpark Meadows retail center is approximately 4 miles south along I-35.
Living in Stratford
Stratford Hills features single-family homes on lots averaging 6,000 to 9,000 square feet with mature live oak and cedar elm tree coverage providing shade throughout the subdivision. Streets follow a curvilinear pattern with cul-de-sacs that limit through-traffic. Sidewalks are present on most streets, and the HOA maintains common areas and neighborhood entrance landscaping. Construction dates from the late 1980s to early 1990s with brick and stone exteriors predominating. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Austin ISD jurisdictions with combined rates near $1.80 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Daily routines in Stratford Hills center on the commercial corridors along Brodie Lane and William Cannon Drive, where H-E-B grocery, restaurants, banks, and medical offices are clustered within a 5-minute drive. Dick Nichols District Park, a 116-acre Austin Parks and Recreation facility approximately 1 mile west, offers a swimming pool, playgrounds, basketball courts, and hiking trails. The Veloway, a 3.1-mile paved loop reserved for cyclists and inline skaters, is accessible about 2 miles west near Circle C Ranch. Slaughter Creek Trail provides additional paved paths for walking and cycling through the southwest Austin corridor.
Things to Do in Stratford
- Dick Nichols District Park: 116-acre Austin Parks and Recreation park about 1 mile west offering a swimming pool, playgrounds, basketball courts, and hiking trails. Free admission.
- The Veloway: 3.1-mile paved loop reserved for cyclists and inline skaters, located approximately 2 miles west near Circle C Ranch.
- Slaughter Creek Trail: Paved multi-use trail following Slaughter Creek through southwest Austin, connecting parks and neighborhoods for walking and cycling.
- Southpark Meadows: 600,000-square-foot open-air retail center approximately 4 miles south with shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: Botanical garden and research center operated by UT Austin, located about 5 miles west on La Crosse Avenue with 284 acres of native plant displays.
Major Employers in Stratford
- Apple (Technology): Apple's Austin campus at Parmer Lane employs over 6,000 workers, approximately 20 minutes north via MoPac.
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): 258-bed acute care hospital on Ben White Boulevard employing over 1,500 staff, roughly 6 miles northeast.
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor manufacturer with an Austin design center employing approximately 2,000 engineers, 15 minutes north.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain with corporate offices in San Antonio and multiple Austin-area store locations within 5 miles.
Stratford Schools
Stratford Hills is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Barton Hills Elementary or Eanes Elementary for elementary school, O Henry Middle School or Hill Country Middle School for middle school, and Austin High School or Westlake High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Barton Hills Elementary - Elementary school serving the Stratford Hills area in Austin ISD.
- Eanes Elementary - Elementary school serving the Stratford Hills area in Austin ISD.
- O Henry Middle School - Middle school serving the Stratford Hills area in Austin ISD.
- Hill Country Middle School - Middle school serving the Stratford Hills area in Austin ISD.
- Austin High School - High school serving the Stratford Hills area in Austin ISD.
- Westlake High School - High school serving the Stratford Hills area in Austin ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of South Austin - Accredited early education center near Slaughter Lane serving infants through pre-K with structured curriculum.
- Kids R Kids South Austin - Childcare and preschool center on Manchaca Road offering programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years.
Private Schools
- Brentwood Christian School - Pre-K through 12 private school in south Austin with college-preparatory curriculum and athletics programs.
- Veritas Academy - Classical Christian school in southwest Austin serving grades K-12 with emphasis on liberal arts and Latin instruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Stratford Hills Austin
Homes in Stratford Hills typically range from $350,000 to $550,000 depending on lot size, square footage, and updates. Most residences are single-family detached homes with three to four bedrooms ranging from approximately 1,400 to 2,400 square feet.
What school district is Stratford Hills in
Stratford Hills is zoned to Austin ISD. Students typically attend Baranoff Elementary, Bailey Middle School, and Bowie High School. Bowie High enrolls over 2,900 students and offers AP courses and dual-credit programs.
How far is Stratford Hills from downtown Austin
Stratford Hills is approximately 10 miles southwest of downtown Austin. The commute takes 20 to 25 minutes via MoPac Expressway or Manchaca Road depending on traffic conditions.
What parks are near Stratford Hills Austin
Dick Nichols District Park is about 1 mile west with 116 acres including a pool, playgrounds, and trails. The Veloway, a 3.1-mile paved cycling loop, is accessible approximately 2 miles west near Circle C Ranch.
Does Stratford Hills have an HOA
Stratford Hills has a homeowners association that manages common areas and enforces community standards. The HOA maintains neighborhood entrance landscaping and shared green spaces within the subdivision.
What grocery stores are near Stratford Hills Austin
H-E-B on Brodie Lane and Sprouts Farmers Market are both within a 5-minute drive. Southpark Meadows retail center approximately 4 miles south along I-35 adds Target and additional grocery options.