About Ranch at Brushy Creek
Ranch at Brushy Creek is a master-planned community of approximately 1,500 homes in Cedar Park, Texas, located in Williamson County's 78613 zip code near the intersection of Parmer Lane and Brushy Creek Road. Development began in 2005 and continued through 2022, with builders including Drees Custom Homes, Highland Homes, Meritage Homes, Sitterle Homes, Scott Felder Homes, and Standard Pacific Homes contributing to the community's housing stock. Homes in Ranch at Brushy Creek average around 3,350 square feet and feature brick and stone exteriors. The neighborhood sits along the northern bank of Brushy Creek and abuts the 90-acre Brushy Creek Lake Park, which provides direct access to trails, a 38-acre lake, and recreation facilities without requiring residents to drive to a separate park location.
Round Rock Independent School District serves the majority of Ranch at Brushy Creek, with homes in the southwest section zoned for Leander ISD. Whitestone Elementary is the assigned Round Rock ISD elementary campus for most of the community. Cedar Valley Middle School, Walsh Middle School, and Stiles Middle School all serve portions of the neighborhood, with specific assignment based on the household's street address within the district's attendance zones. Cedar Ridge High School is the primary Round Rock ISD high school for the area and serves approximately 2,700 students in grades 9 through 12 with a graduation rate above 90 percent. Round Rock ISD operates over 50 campuses district-wide and has earned consistent A and B accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency. Residents in the Leander ISD portion attend Rutledge Elementary, Artie L. Henry Middle School, and Vista Ridge High School.
The community's amenity package includes two swim centers, one featuring a junior-Olympic-size pool and the other a recreational pool with a toddler splash area. A covered pavilion, sand volleyball court, basketball court, and large playground are located at the main amenity center on North Frontier Lane near Stiles Lane. Pocket parks with benches and play equipment are scattered throughout the neighborhood. The Brushy Creek Regional Trail, a paved multi-use path extending over seven miles, runs adjacent to the community and connects Cedar Park to Round Rock, accommodating joggers, cyclists, and dog walkers. Brushy Creek Lake Park's 90 acres include a canoe and kayak launch, fishing pier, wildlife observation area, water playscape open May through September, nature trails, exercise stations, sand volleyball courts, and three reservable pavilions. The park is open from 30 minutes before sunrise until 10 p.m. daily with free entry.
Cedar Park's economy has grown around aerospace, medical technology, and healthcare in recent years. Firefly Aerospace, headquartered in Cedar Park since 2017, designs and manufactures launch vehicles and has expanded its workforce to more than 700 employees in the Central Texas region. Enovis, a medical technology company, announced a $25.5 million expansion in Cedar Park's New Hope development with a 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility bringing at least 162 jobs. Ascension Seton Cedar Park, a 93-bed hospital, provides emergency, surgical, and inpatient care. The 183A Toll Road runs north-south through Cedar Park and connects the neighborhood to US Highway 183 and Austin's broader highway network. Commuters reach downtown Austin in roughly 25 to 35 minutes via 183A or MoPac Expressway, and the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, a 6,800-seat multi-use arena, hosts concerts, Austin Spurs basketball games, and community events approximately 10 minutes from the neighborhood.
Living in Ranch at Brushy Creek
Ranch at Brushy Creek's amenity infrastructure and trail connectivity shape daily life for residents. The two swim centers provide pool access from spring through fall without requiring a separate membership, and the Brushy Creek Regional Trail offers a car-free route for exercise and recreation that connects directly to the neighborhood's internal sidewalk system. The HOA organizes outdoor concerts, seasonal events, and community gatherings at the pavilion and amenity center, and the pocket parks distributed throughout the subdivision provide play areas near most homes. Brushy Creek Lake Park's fishing pier, kayak launch, and water playscape add outdoor options that do not require a drive or entrance fee. H-E-B, Costco, and other grocery and retail options along US 183 and Whitestone Boulevard are within a 10-minute drive.
The dual-district zoning in Ranch at Brushy Creek assigns some homes to Round Rock ISD campuses and others to Leander ISD, both of which carry strong reputations in the Austin metro. Property tax rates in Williamson County have generally been competitive with Travis County, and the community's newer construction (2005 through 2022) means most homes still carry builder warranties on major systems or have not yet required significant maintenance investment. Cedar Park's 183A Toll Road provides fast access to Austin employment corridors, while the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park and the 1890 Ranch shopping center on Whitestone Boulevard add entertainment and retail within a short drive. Weekend activities include Brushy Creek Lake Park's trails and lake, the Cedar Park Sculpture Garden, and seasonal farmers markets held in the Cedar Park area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves Ranch at Brushy Creek?
Most of Ranch at Brushy Creek is served by Round Rock ISD, with Whitestone Elementary, Cedar Valley/Walsh/Stiles Middle Schools, and Cedar Ridge High School. The southwest section is zoned for Leander ISD.
How many homes are in Ranch at Brushy Creek?
Ranch at Brushy Creek contains approximately 1,500 homes built between 2005 and 2022. Homes average around 3,350 square feet with brick and stone exteriors.
What amenities does Ranch at Brushy Creek have?
The community includes two swim centers, a covered pavilion, sand volleyball and basketball courts, a large playground, pocket parks, and direct access to the 7-mile Brushy Creek Regional Trail and 90-acre Brushy Creek Lake Park.
How far is Ranch at Brushy Creek from downtown Austin?
Ranch at Brushy Creek is approximately 25 to 35 minutes from downtown Austin via the 183A Toll Road or MoPac Expressway.
What are the major employers near Ranch at Brushy Creek?
Cedar Park employers include Firefly Aerospace (700+ employees), Enovis medical technology, and Ascension Seton Cedar Park. Dell Technologies is headquartered in Round Rock, about 15 minutes away.
Does Ranch at Brushy Creek have trail access?
Yes. The Brushy Creek Regional Trail, a paved path over 7 miles long, runs adjacent to the community and connects to Brushy Creek Lake Park's 90 acres of trails, a fishing pier, and kayak launch.
