Market Overview for Old West Trail
There are 0 active listings in Old West Trail and a median sold price of $360K.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
About Old West Trail
Old West Trails is a residential subdivision in unincorporated Hays County, Texas, located just off FM 2001 near Interstate 35 south of Buda. The neighborhood falls within the 78610 zip code and sits approximately 2 miles west of I-35. The subdivision dates to the early 1980s and contains single-family homes and some manufactured homes on lots ranging from half an acre to over 1 acre. There is no homeowners association governing the subdivision.
Homes in Old West Trails range from approximately 1,000 to 1,800 square feet, with most construction dating from the 1980s through the early 2000s. Sale prices typically range from $200,000 to $400,000 depending on lot size, home condition, and whether the structure is site-built or manufactured. The larger lot sizes and absence of an HOA allow for workshops, accessory buildings, and livestock on some properties. Building materials vary and include frame, brick veneer, and manufactured home construction.
Old West Trails is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District. Students typically attend Elm Grove Elementary School, Dahlstrom Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Hays CISD operates 23 campuses and enrolls more than 22,000 students across the Buda and Kyle communities. Elm Grove Elementary is located on FM 1626 approximately 2 miles from the subdivision.
The subdivision sits approximately 18 miles south of downtown Austin via I-35. Commuters reach central Austin in 25 to 35 minutes outside of peak hours. The Buda commercial corridor along Main Street and FM 967 is roughly 2 miles east and includes H-E-B, Cabela's, and a variety of local restaurants. The Tanger Outlets San Marcos, with more than 100 stores, is about 12 miles south on I-35.
Living in Old West Trail
Median household income in the census tracts surrounding Old West Trails is approximately $65,000 to $75,000. Around 25% of adults in the area hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median age falls in the low 30s, reflecting a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals drawn to the area's relative affordability compared to central Austin. As an unincorporated Hays County subdivision, Old West Trails has no city services; the Hays County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement and Austin-Travis County EMS covers emergency medical response.
Daily life in Old West Trails involves short drives to Buda's commercial corridor for groceries and services. The H-E-B on FM 967 is roughly 3 miles east. Buda City Park, a 25-acre municipal park on Main Street, offers a swimming pool, basketball courts, and a covered pavilion. Onion Creek Metropolitan Park, operated by the City of Austin roughly 8 miles north, provides 84 acres with soccer fields, a disc golf course, and Onion Creek waterway access. Buda hosts a monthly outdoor market and the annual Buda Wiener Dog Races, held each spring at the Buda City Park amphitheater.
Things to Do in Old West Trail
- Buda City Park: 25-acre municipal park on Main Street with a public swimming pool, basketball courts, playground, covered pavilion, and amphitheater that hosts the annual Wiener Dog Races.
- Cabela's Buda: Outdoor recreation superstore off I-35 with an indoor aquarium, shooting gallery, and 45,000+ square feet of outdoor gear and apparel.
- Onion Creek Metropolitan Park: 84-acre park operated by the City of Austin approximately 8 miles north with soccer fields, disc golf, a 3-mile trail loop, and Onion Creek waterway access.
- Buda Wiener Dog Races: Annual spring event at Buda City Park amphitheater drawing thousands of spectators for dachshund racing, live music, and food vendors.
- Tanger Outlets San Marcos: Outlet shopping center approximately 12 miles south on I-35 with more than 100 stores and attracting over 9 million shoppers annually.
Major Employers in Old West Trail
- Cabela's (Retail): Outdoor recreation superstore in Buda off I-35 drawing an estimated 3.6 million visitors annually.
- Texas Lehigh Cement Company (Manufacturing): Cement production facility located in Buda, one of the area's longstanding industrial employers.
- US Foods (Food Distribution): National food distribution company with a regional facility in Buda serving central Texas restaurants and institutions.
- Deep Eddy Vodka (Spirits Manufacturing): Craft distillery with production operations in Buda, producing vodka distributed across all 50 states.
Old West Trail Schools
Old West Trails is served by Hays CISD. Students typically attend Tom Green Elementary for elementary school, R C Barton Middle School or McCormick Middle School for middle school, and Jack C Hays High School or Johnson High School for high school.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Tom Green Elementary - Elementary school serving the Old West Trails area in Hays CISD.
- R C Barton Middle School - Middle school serving the Old West Trails area in Hays CISD.
- McCormick Middle School - Middle school serving the Old West Trails area in Hays CISD.
- Jack C Hays High School - High school serving the Old West Trails area in Hays CISD.
- Johnson High School - High school serving the Old West Trails area in Hays CISD.
Pre-Schools
- Ladybird Montessori School - Located at 2050 Cole Springs Road in Buda, serving pre-K through 8th grade with Montessori curriculum.
- Children's Lighthouse - Buda - Licensed child care center in Buda offering infant through school-age programs with structured curriculum.
Private Schools
- Santa Cruz Catholic School - Pre-K through 8th grade school at 1100 Main Street in Buda with enrollment of approximately 266 students.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university in San Marcos approximately 15 miles south with enrollment exceeding 38,000 students.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is Old West Trails in
Old West Trails is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District. Students typically attend Elm Grove Elementary, Dahlstrom Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Hays CISD enrolls more than 22,000 students across 23 campuses.
What do homes cost in Old West Trails Buda TX
Homes in Old West Trails typically range from $200,000 to $400,000. Properties sit on half-acre to 1-acre-plus lots with homes of 1,000 to 1,800 square feet. The subdivision includes both site-built homes and manufactured homes.
Where is Old West Trails
Old West Trails is in unincorporated Hays County, located just off FM 2001 near Interstate 35 south of Buda, Texas. It falls within the 78610 zip code, approximately 2 miles west of I-35.
How far is Old West Trails from downtown Austin
Old West Trails is approximately 18 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 25 to 35 minutes via Interstate 35 outside of peak traffic hours.
Does Old West Trails have an HOA
Old West Trails does not have a homeowners association. The subdivision is in unincorporated Hays County with no HOA fees or architectural review requirements. Lot sizes of half an acre to over 1 acre allow for workshops and accessory structures.
What stores are near Old West Trails in Buda
The Buda commercial corridor along Main Street and FM 967 is roughly 2 miles east and includes H-E-B, Cabela's, and local restaurants. The Tanger Outlets San Marcos with more than 100 stores is about 12 miles south on I-35.