Market Overview for Elm Grove
There are 3 active listings in Elm Grove with a median list price of $410K and a median sold price of $462K.
Homes average 4 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 14 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $194.
About Elm Grove
Elm Grove is a residential subdivision in Buda, Texas (ZIP 78610), located south of the FM 1626 and FM 967 intersection on Oyster Creek Drive. The community started as a Green Builders Inc. neighborhood in 2008 and was subsequently built out primarily by Gehan Homes, with Austin City Builders also contributing homes. Elm Grove comprises approximately 320 homes across three phases on a 90-acre site.
Homes range from approximately 1,870 to 3,270 square feet in a variety of floor plans. The community was marketed as an energy-efficient "green" development, with features including eco-friendly interiors and efficient construction standards. Gehan Homes is known for including many builder-upgrade finishes as standard features in their production homes.
Community amenities include a swimming pool with diving board and slide, a community playground with slides, climbing equipment, and picnic tables, and a community meeting room for resident events. The subdivision is adjacent to the Garlic Creek Greenbelt, which provides approximately 15.3 acres of open space and pedestrian walkways for outdoor recreation.
Elm Grove is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of B (score 80 out of 100) for 2024-25. Elm Grove Elementary School is immediately adjacent to the subdivision at 801 FM 1626. The Elm Grove Property Owners Association manages the community with annual dues of approximately $240. The community is not gated. I-35 is approximately 3 miles east, and downtown Austin is approximately 18 miles north via I-35.
Living in Elm Grove
Elm Grove is located near the FM 1626 and FM 967 intersection, with I-35 approximately 3 miles east providing north-south access to Austin (approximately 18 miles north) and San Marcos (approximately 15 miles south). H-E-B and retail along Main Street in Buda are a short drive away. Southpark Meadows, a large retail center in south Austin, is approximately 10 miles north on I-35.
Students attend Hays CISD. The feeder pattern includes Elm Grove Elementary (at 801 FM 1626, immediately adjacent to the subdivision), Eric Dahlstrom Middle School, and Moe and Gene Johnson High School. Hays CISD serves approximately 25,049 students across 28 campuses and received a TEA accountability rating of B (score 80 out of 100) for 2024-25.
Buda City Park (59 acres) includes a pavilion, amphitheater, basketball courts, playground, splash pad, and sand volleyball. Stagecoach Park (54 acres) offers hike and bike trails through natural terrain. The adjacent Garlic Creek Greenbelt provides walking paths directly from the neighborhood. Circuit of the Americas, which hosts Formula 1 and other events, is approximately 15 minutes northeast. The San Marcos River, offering tubing and kayaking, is approximately 15 miles south.
Things to Do in Elm Grove
- Garlic Creek Greenbelt: Adjacent to Elm Grove with approximately 15.3 acres of open space and pedestrian walkways.
- Buda City Park: A 59-acre park with pavilion, amphitheater, basketball courts, playground, splash pad, and sand volleyball.
- Stagecoach Park: A 54-acre historic park in Buda with hike and bike trails through natural terrain.
- Circuit of the Americas: Motorsports and entertainment venue approximately 15 minutes from Elm Grove, hosting Formula 1, MotoGP, and other events.
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river in nearby San Marcos offering tubing, kayaking, and swimming. Approximately 15 miles south.
Major Employers in Elm Grove
- Hays CISD (Education): The public school district serving the Kyle, Buda, and Uhland areas, with approximately 25,049 students across 28 campuses.
- Amazon (Logistics / E-Commerce): Fulfillment center in nearby San Marcos along I-35.
- Cabela's (Retail): Outdoor recreation retail store in Buda along I-35.
- Seton Medical Center Hays (Healthcare): Hospital in nearby Kyle providing emergency, surgical, and outpatient services.
Elm Grove Schools
Elm Grove is served by Hays CISD, which received a TEA accountability rating of B (score 80 out of 100) for 2024-25.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Elm Grove Elementary - Hays CISD elementary school at 801 FM 1626, Buda. Immediately adjacent to the Elm Grove subdivision.
- Eric Dahlstrom Middle School - Hays CISD middle school in the Elm Grove feeder pattern.
- Moe and Gene Johnson High School - Hays CISD high school serving the Elm Grove area. One of four high schools in the district.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Elm Grove in Buda?
Elm Grove is located south of the FM 1626 and FM 967 intersection in Buda (ZIP 78610), accessible from Oyster Creek Drive. I-35 is approximately 3 miles east. Downtown Austin is approximately 18 miles north.
What school district serves Elm Grove?
Elm Grove is served by Hays CISD. The feeder pattern includes Elm Grove Elementary (immediately adjacent to the subdivision), Eric Dahlstrom Middle School, and Moe and Gene Johnson High School. Hays CISD received a TEA rating of B for 2024-25.
Who built Elm Grove in Buda?
Elm Grove started as a Green Builders Inc. neighborhood in 2008 and was subsequently built out primarily by Gehan Homes, with Austin City Builders also contributing homes. The community has approximately 320 homes across three phases.
What amenities does Elm Grove have?
Elm Grove includes a swimming pool with diving board and slide, a community playground, a community meeting room, and access to the Garlic Creek Greenbelt with approximately 15.3 acres of open space.
Does Elm Grove have an HOA?
Yes. The Elm Grove Property Owners Association manages the community with annual dues of approximately $240. The community is not gated.