About Anthem
Anthem is a 422-acre master-planned community in Kyle, located along scenic FM 150 at the gateway to the Texas Hill Country region. At full build-out, the community will contain approximately 1,500 single-family homes, an elementary school, and a comprehensive amenity center serving residents across all phases and ages. The community has attracted five major national builders including Brightland Homes, Gehan Homes, Scott Felder Homes, Perry Homes, and Newmark Homes, providing diverse floor plans ranging from 1,610 to 4,130 square feet of living space. Homes are priced from the high $300,000s to $700,000, depending on phase, builder, lot size, and floor plan selection. The median home price in active Anthem phases ranges from approximately $380,000 to $500,000, making the community accessible to first-time and move-up buyers seeking new construction. Anthem is located approximately 25 miles south of Austin via I-35, providing efficient commute access to major employment centers while maintaining proximity to Hill Country recreation and natural attractions within 20-30 minutes drive time.
Anthem is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District (Hays CISD), which operates 28 campuses across northern Hays County serving approximately 25,049 students (2025-26) with strong academic performance and comprehensive programming. Cullen Elementary School, a newly constructed state-of-the-art campus featuring 117,611 square feet of classroom, laboratory, and administrative space, is now open within the Anthem development and serves grades pre-K through 5. The campus design represents Hays CISD's next-generation prototype for elementary education facilities and cost $48.3 million to construct, including all furniture, technology systems, start-up supplies, and professional development. The campus accommodates up to 900 students with modern learning environments supporting project-based learning, science labs, technology integration, and flexible classroom design. Hays CISD offers 20 different Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs spanning healthcare and medical sciences, veterinary science, first-responder training and fire science, automotive technology, construction trades, and information technology certifications. The district is recognized for innovative education programs, strong academic performance across student groups, responsive growth management as the area develops, and partnerships enabling students to earn industry certifications while in high school.
The community is designed around recreation, with an extensive amenity package exceeding typical suburban developments. The Central Park Amenity Center features an Olympic-size swimming pool (50 meters) with beach entry, shallow areas for young children, and sun shelves, a dedicated lap pool for fitness swimmers and aquatic exercise classes, playground equipment with features for ages 2-12, hammock court for casual seating and relaxation, pickleball courts (sport growing in popularity across Texas), basketball court, U-7 soccer field, extensive bike trails connecting neighborhoods, butterfly garden supporting monarch migration, community garden plots for residents, fire pit gathering space for social events, open-air pavilion accommodating large groups and events, and a full clubhouse with meeting facilities, fitness center, and gathering spaces. Over 30% of the 422-acre property is bordered by permanently protected open space preserving green corridors and natural habitat for wildlife, water quality protection, and resident enjoyment. The development includes interconnected green belts and parks positioned along Mustang Branch creek, which flows into Onion Creek, supporting wildlife movement corridors and ecosystem function.
The location provides strategic access to Hill Country attractions, shopping, and dining while maintaining single-family residential character and community identity. Kyle provides proximity to Austin employment (25-30 minutes via I-35) while offering Hill Country lifestyle, outdoor recreation opportunities, and lower residential density than urban Austin. Shopping and dining options are accessible in nearby Kyle and Buda with growing retail development. Hill Country wineries at Duchman Family Winery, Driftwood Estate Winery, and Wimberley Valley Winery are within 20-30 minutes. Gregg-Clarke Park in Kyle and Lake Kyle provide additional recreation. Property taxes support Hays CISD schools and Kyle municipal services, with development fees supporting infrastructure expansion. The master-planned approach ensures completed infrastructure at home delivery, established community standards protecting long-term property values, landscape preservation and maintenance, and long-term development certainty for property owners.
Living in Anthem
Anthem residents enjoy a master-planned community lifestyle with comprehensive amenities and modern home construction. The 422-acre development features an Olympic-size swimming pool with beach entry and shallow areas for young children, dedicated lap pool for fitness swimmers, playground equipment serving multiple age groups, pickleball and basketball courts, soccer field, extensive bike trails connecting neighborhoods, and community gathering spaces including a fire pit, hammock court, and open-air pavilion for events. Homes range from the high $300,000s to $700,000, with most new construction between $380,000 and $500,000, making the community accessible to first-time and move-up buyers seeking quality new construction at competitive prices. Five major national builders provide diverse floor plans ranging from 1,610 to 4,130 square feet, offering options from starter homes and townhomes to larger residences with premium features. Cullen Elementary School, featuring state-of-the-art design and opened in 2024, is located minutes from residential areas via Old Stagecoach Road, eliminating lengthy school commutes and supporting early dismissal pickups.
Kyle provides strategic proximity to Austin employment (25-30 minutes via I-35) while offering Hill Country lifestyle, natural spaces, outdoor recreation opportunities, and lower cost of living than central Austin. The community offers new schools (Cullen Elementary just opened), extensive parks, a planned amenity center with Olympic pool and recreation facilities, and master-planned development providing established infrastructure from move-in day. Property taxes support high-growth Hays CISD with 25 school campuses and comprehensive career and technical education programs preparing students for diverse career pathways including healthcare, technology, construction, and trades. Shopping, dining, and professional services are accessible in nearby Kyle and Buda with growing retail development. Hill Country wineries, natural state parks, scenic drives, and attractions are within 20-30 minutes for weekend recreation. Over 30% of the development preserves permanently protected green space and natural habitat supporting wildlife and water quality. The master-planned approach provides completed infrastructure from day one (roads, utilities, parks), established community rules protecting property values, long-term development certainty and transparent growth plans, community management and maintenance, and reduced maintenance concerns compared to older unplanned subdivisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price range for homes in Anthem?
Anthem homes range from the high $300,000s to $700,000, depending on builder, phase, and floor plan. The median price for homes in active phases is approximately $380,000-$500,000.
How many homes will Anthem contain at full build-out?
Anthem is planned as a 422-acre master-planned community with approximately 1,500 single-family homes at full build-out. Current phases are under active development.
What builders are developing homes in Anthem?
Five major builders develop homes in Anthem: Brightland Homes, Gehan Homes, Scott Felder Homes, Perry Homes, and Newmark Homes, offering diverse floor plans and price points.
Is Cullen Elementary School open in Anthem?
Yes, Cullen Elementary School is now open within Anthem and serves grades K-5. It features state-of-the-art design and is minutes from residential areas via Old Stagecoach Road.
What amenities are planned for Anthem?
Planned amenities include Olympic-size swimming pool with beach entry, lap pool, playground, pickleball and basketball courts, soccer field, bike trails, butterfly garden, community garden, fire pit, pavilion, and clubhouse.
How far is Anthem from Austin?
Anthem is located approximately 25 miles south of Austin in Kyle, with a 25-30 minute commute to downtown Austin via I-35. Hill Country attractions are 20-30 minutes away.
