Market Overview for Crestview
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About Crestview
Crestview is a residential neighborhood in Georgetown, Texas, within the 78626 zip code in Williamson County. The subdivision is located on the west side of Georgetown near Williams Drive and Shell Road, approximately 30 miles north of downtown Austin and 3 miles west of the Georgetown town square. The neighborhood sits on gently rolling terrain near the edge of the Balcones Escarpment, with San Gabriel River parkland accessible to the north.
Homes in Crestview Georgetown are primarily single-family houses built from the 1980s through the early 2000s on lots of 6,000 to 10,000 square feet. Resale prices generally range from $275,000 to $425,000. Floor plans span 1,200 to 2,400 square feet with three- to four-bedroom layouts. Exteriors are a mix of brick, stone, and siding with composition roofing. Many homes feature single-story designs with open floor plans, though some two-story models exist in the later phases of development.
Crestview is served by Georgetown Independent School District. Students are typically zoned to Williams Elementary School, Benold Middle School, and Georgetown High School. Williams Elementary enrolls approximately 550 students in grades pre-K through 5. Benold Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 850 students. Georgetown High School enrolls over 2,200 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers AP courses, dual-credit programs through Southwestern University, and career and technical education pathways in health sciences, engineering, and agriculture.
Commuters from Crestview Georgetown reach downtown Austin in 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 south. Williams Drive connects to I-35 within 5 minutes east, providing corridor access to Round Rock employment centers about 12 miles south. Georgetown's downtown square is roughly 3 miles east and hosts retail, restaurants, and professional offices. The Georgetown Municipal Airport is approximately 5 miles southeast, and Wolf Ranch Town Center on I-35 provides major retail including H-E-B Plus, Target, and Costco.
Living in Crestview
Crestview Georgetown features established residential streets with mature trees, cul-de-sacs, and sidewalks throughout most sections. The neighborhood has an HOA that maintains common areas and enforces deed restrictions on exterior upkeep. Property tax rates combine Williamson County and Georgetown ISD levies at approximately $2.10 per $100 of assessed value. Georgetown operates under a homestead exemption program that reduces assessed values for owner-occupied residences.
Grocery shopping is straightforward, with H-E-B Plus at Wolf Ranch Town Center about 3 miles east and an H-E-B on Williams Drive within 2 miles. San Gabriel Park, roughly 2 miles north, covers 178 acres along the San Gabriel River with playgrounds, sports fields, and access to the San Gabriel Trail system. The Georgetown Square, about 3 miles east, hosts locally owned shops, restaurants, and the annual Red Poppy Festival each April, which draws over 50,000 attendees. Dining near Crestview includes Monument Cafe on Austin Avenue, Dos Salsas on Williams Drive, and Wildfire on the Georgetown Square.
Things to Do in Crestview
- San Gabriel Park: 178-acre park along the San Gabriel River with playgrounds, sports fields, a dog park, and access to the paved San Gabriel Trail. Located about 2 miles north of Crestview.
- Georgetown Square: Historic downtown square with over 60 locally owned shops and restaurants in restored limestone buildings. Hosts the Red Poppy Festival each April, drawing over 50,000 attendees.
- Blue Hole Park: Georgetown city park featuring a natural spring-fed swimming area on the South Fork of the San Gabriel River, about 3 miles east. Open seasonally with free admission.
- Lake Georgetown: 1,310-acre reservoir operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, roughly 5 miles west. Offers boating, fishing, swimming, and over 16 miles of hiking trails on the Goodwater Loop.
- Inner Space Cavern: Commercial cave located off I-35 in Georgetown with guided tours through formations discovered during highway construction in 1963. Approximately 5 miles east of Crestview.
Major Employers in Crestview
- Georgetown ISD (Public Education): School district employing over 3,000 staff across 20+ campuses serving the Georgetown area.
- St. David's Georgetown Hospital (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on Scenic Drive in Georgetown with emergency, surgical, and maternity services, approximately 3 miles east.
- Southwestern University (Higher Education): Private liberal arts university on University Avenue with approximately 600 faculty and staff, roughly 3 miles east of Crestview.
- City of Georgetown (Municipal Government): City government employing over 1,200 staff across public safety, utilities, parks, and administrative departments.
Crestview Schools
Crestview / Georgetown is served by Georgetown ISD. Students typically attend The Village Elementary for elementary school, Douglas Benold Middle School for middle school, and Georgetown High School for high school.
School District: Georgetown ISD
Public Schools
- The Village Elementary - Elementary school serving the Crestview / Georgetown area in Georgetown ISD.
- Douglas Benold Middle School - Middle school serving the Crestview / Georgetown area in Georgetown ISD.
- Georgetown High School - High school serving the Crestview / Georgetown area in Georgetown ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Creative World School - Georgetown - Early education center offering curriculum-based programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years on Williams Drive.
- Grace Episcopal Preschool - Church-based preschool program on University Avenue in Georgetown serving ages 2 through 5.
Private Schools
- St. Helen Catholic School - Catholic school in Georgetown offering pre-K through 8th grade with faith-based academics and small class sizes.
- Georgetown Classical Academy - Private classical education school serving elementary and middle grades with a liberal arts curriculum.
Higher Education
- Southwestern University - Private liberal arts university in Georgetown enrolling approximately 1,500 students, founded in 1840 as the oldest university in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Crestview Georgetown TX
Homes in Crestview Georgetown typically range from $275,000 to $425,000. Properties are 1980s-2000s single-family houses with 1,200 to 2,400 square feet on lots of 6,000 to 10,000 square feet.
What school district is Crestview Georgetown in
Crestview is served by Georgetown ISD. Students are typically zoned to Williams Elementary, Benold Middle School, and Georgetown High School. Georgetown High offers AP courses and dual-credit programs.
How far is Crestview Georgetown from downtown Austin
Crestview Georgetown is approximately 30 miles north of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 south. Round Rock employment centers are about 12 miles south.
What is near Crestview Georgetown
The Georgetown Square with shops and restaurants is about 3 miles east. San Gabriel Park covers 178 acres to the north. Wolf Ranch Town Center on I-35 has H-E-B Plus, Target, and Costco.
Does Crestview Georgetown have an HOA
Crestview Georgetown has a homeowners association that maintains common areas and enforces deed restrictions on exterior upkeep and property maintenance standards.
What is the Red Poppy Festival in Georgetown
The Red Poppy Festival is an annual event held each April on the Georgetown Square, drawing over 50,000 attendees. It celebrates the red poppies that bloom along Georgetown streets each spring with live music, vendors, and a parade.