Market Overview for Bastrop Independent School District
There are 469 active listings in Bastrop Independent School District with a median list price of $411K and a median sold price of $380K.
Homes average 102 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 68 homes have sold, with 850 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $228.
About Bastrop Independent School District
Bastrop Independent School District serves approximately 12,000 students across 15 campuses in Bastrop County, roughly 30 miles southeast of downtown Austin. The district covers the city of Bastrop and surrounding rural areas along the Colorado River corridor, extending east into the Lost Pines forest region. Bastrop ISD boundaries encompass approximately 200 square miles of rolling terrain, including portions of State Highway 71 and State Highway 21. The district operates 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and several specialized campuses. District administration offices are located on Farm Street in downtown Bastrop.
Real estate within Bastrop ISD includes a mix of in-town historic homes, new master-planned subdivisions, and rural acreage properties. Home prices in the city of Bastrop typically range from $250K for older homes near downtown to $500K for newer construction in subdivisions like Piney Creek Bend and Pecan Park. Acreage tracts of 5 to 20 acres with homes list from $400K to $750K on the eastern and northern fringes of the district. The area has seen steady growth since the completion of State Highway 130, which reduced commute times to Austin. Several national builders including Taylor Morrison and Pulte Homes have active communities in the district. Median home values across Bastrop ISD sit around $325K.
Bastrop ISD has shown improvement in TEA accountability ratings over recent years, with several campuses earning B ratings. Bastrop High School enrolls roughly 2,000 students and offers Career and Technical Education pathways in welding, automotive technology, health sciences, and agriculture. Cedar Creek High School, the district's second high school, serves the western portion of the district and enrolls approximately 1,500 students. The district operates dual-language programs at select elementary campuses and partners with Austin Community College for early college credit opportunities. Total district employment is approximately 1,800 staff members across all campuses and departments.
Bastrop is located at the intersection of State Highway 71 and State Highway 21, with Highway 130 providing a toll-road connection north to Round Rock and south to Lockhart. Downtown Austin is approximately 35 minutes west via Highway 71. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is roughly 25 minutes away. The Colorado River runs through the heart of the district, and Bastrop State Park and Buescher State Park are both within district boundaries. Major employment in the area includes the Hyundai manufacturing plant under construction in nearby Elgin, along with positions at Camp Swift National Guard training center and the Lower Colorado River Authority.
Living in Bastrop Independent School District
Bastrop ISD draws families seeking affordable housing with access to outdoor recreation and a growing local economy. The city of Bastrop has a walkable downtown along Main Street with restaurants including Neighbor's Kitchen and Yard, Maxine's on Main, and several barbecue spots. The Lost Pines Art Center and the Bastrop Opera House provide local arts programming. The Colorado River through town supports kayaking, fishing, and tubing. Bastrop State Park, which is recovering from the 2011 wildfire, offers camping, hiking, and a golf course within the Lost Pines forest, a unique stand of loblolly pines separated from the East Texas pine belt by over 100 miles.
The population mix in Bastrop ISD includes longtime ranching families, retirees, and a growing number of young families commuting to Austin-area jobs. Median household income in the district is approximately $58,000. H-E-B provides the primary grocery option in Bastrop, with additional retail along Highway 71. The annual Bastrop Patriotic Festival on July 4th and the Bastrop Homecoming and Rodeo in the fall are major community events. Youth sports leagues operate through the city parks department and local organizations. McKinney Roughs Nature Park, operated by LCRA, offers 18 miles of trails and outdoor education programs along the Colorado River approximately 10 minutes west of town.
Things to Do in Bastrop Independent School District
- Bastrop State Park: 3,500-acre state park in the Lost Pines region with camping, hiking trails, a golf course, and a spring-fed pool. Located on Highway 21.
- Colorado River Kayaking: Public river access points in downtown Bastrop allow kayaking, canoeing, and tubing along the Colorado River through the Lost Pines.
- McKinney Roughs Nature Park: LCRA-operated park with 18 miles of trails, zip lines, horseback riding, and outdoor education along the Colorado River.
- Bastrop Main Street District: Historic downtown with locally owned restaurants, antique shops, the Bastrop Opera House, and the Lost Pines Art Center.
- Buescher State Park: 1,017-acre park connected to Bastrop State Park via a scenic drive, offering fishing, camping, and nature trails around a 25-acre lake.
Major Employers in Bastrop Independent School District
- Bastrop ISD (Education): The district employs approximately 1,800 staff across 15 campuses, making it the largest employer in Bastrop.
- Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) (Utilities): Regional utility authority managing water, power, and parks with offices and operations in Bastrop County.
- Camp Swift (Military): Texas National Guard training facility north of Bastrop employing several hundred military and civilian personnel.
- Bastrop County (Government): County government offices on Pecan Street in downtown Bastrop with approximately 400 employees across departments.
- Hyundai Motor Manufacturing (Manufacturing): Electric vehicle plant under construction in nearby Elgin expected to employ over 8,000 workers upon full operation.
Bastrop Independent School District Schools
Bastrop ISD is served by Bastrop ISD. Students typically attend Bluebonnet Elementary (Bastrop ISD) or Emile Elementary or Colony Oaks Elementary or Mina Elementary or Cedar Creek Elementary for elementary school, Bastrop Middle School or Cedar Creek Middle School or Riverside Middle School or Creekside Middle School for middle school, and Bastrop High School or Cedar Creek High School for high school.
School District: Bastrop ISD
Public Schools
- Bluebonnet Elementary (Bastrop ISD) - Elementary school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Emile Elementary - Elementary school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Colony Oaks Elementary - Elementary school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Mina Elementary - Elementary school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Cedar Creek Elementary - Elementary school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Bastrop Middle School - Middle school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Cedar Creek Middle School - Middle school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Riverside Middle School - Middle school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Creekside Middle School - Middle school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Bastrop High School - High school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
- Cedar Creek High School - High school serving the Bastrop ISD area in Bastrop ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Bastrop ISD Pre-K - Public pre-kindergarten program available at select elementary campuses for eligible 4-year-olds.
- Creative Kids Learning Center - Licensed childcare and preschool facility on Hasler Boulevard in Bastrop.
- First United Methodist Preschool Bastrop - Church-based preschool program on Pecan Street serving ages 2 through pre-K.
Private Schools
- Bastrop Christian Academy - Private Christian school in Bastrop offering K through 8th grade with small class sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What neighborhoods are in Bastrop ISD?
Bastrop ISD covers the city of Bastrop, Cedar Creek, and surrounding rural areas. Subdivisions include Piney Creek Bend, Pecan Park, Colony at Bastrop, and XS Ranch. Cedar Creek communities on the western side include Tahitian Village and Hunter's Crossing.
Is Bastrop ISD good for families?
Bastrop ISD offers affordable housing, two high schools with CTE programs, and direct access to state parks and the Colorado River. The district has been improving TEA ratings and expanding dual-language and early college programs. Families benefit from lower home prices compared to districts closer to Austin.
How much do homes cost in Bastrop ISD?
Home prices in Bastrop ISD range from approximately $250K for older homes in town to $500K for new construction. Acreage properties list from $400K to $750K. The district median home value is approximately $325K, well below the Austin metro average.
How far is Bastrop from Austin?
Downtown Bastrop is approximately 35 minutes from downtown Austin via State Highway 71. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 25 minutes away. Highway 130 provides toll-road access north to Round Rock in roughly 40 minutes.
What outdoor activities are near Bastrop ISD?
Bastrop ISD is adjacent to Bastrop State Park and Buescher State Park in the Lost Pines forest. The Colorado River provides kayaking and fishing through town. McKinney Roughs Nature Park offers 18 miles of trails and zip lines west of Bastrop.
