Market Overview for Goforth Village
There are 1 active listings in Goforth Village with a median list price of $270K.
The average price per square foot is $116.
About Goforth Village
Goforth Village is a residential community located in unincorporated Hays County, Texas, within the 78640 zip code. The neighborhood sits along Goforth Road south of Kyle and north of San Marcos, roughly 25 miles south of downtown Austin. FM 1626 and I-35 provide the primary transportation corridors connecting the area to the broader Austin-San Marcos metro region. The terrain is relatively flat to gently rolling, with open grassland and scattered live oak trees characteristic of the Blackland Prairie transitioning to Edwards Plateau geography.
Homes in Goforth Village primarily consist of single-family residences built from the 2000s through the 2020s on lots ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 square feet. Resale prices generally range from $250,000 to $400,000 depending on home size, year built, and lot dimensions. Floor plans typically range from 1,200 to 2,400 square feet with three- to four-bedroom configurations. Construction styles include single-story and two-story plans with brick, stone-veneer, and siding exteriors under composition shingle roofing. Several sections of the community include newer-construction phases with builder warranty coverage still in effect.
Goforth Village is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Negley Elementary School, Barton Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Negley Elementary enrolls approximately 750 students in grades pre-K through 5. Barton Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 1,100 students. Jack C. Hays High School enrolls over 2,200 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers career and technical education pathways, dual-credit courses, and UIL athletics programs.
Commuters from Goforth Village reach downtown Austin in approximately 30 to 40 minutes via I-35, depending on traffic volume. The Kyle commercial corridor along I-35 includes H-E-B, Walmart, and multiple restaurants within a 10-minute drive. The San Marcos Premium Outlets are roughly 10 miles south along I-35. Texas State University in San Marcos is about 10 miles south, while Austin-Bergstrom International Airport sits approximately 20 miles north via I-35 and SH 71.
Living in Goforth Village
Goforth Village features newer-construction homes on planned residential streets with young landscaping and developing tree canopy. Many properties include open floor plans, attached two-car garages, and fenced backyards. The community is in unincorporated Hays County, so residents pay county property taxes along with Hays CISD rates rather than municipal taxes. Water service is provided by local utility districts. The area retains a semi-rural feel with undeveloped parcels and agricultural land on neighboring properties.
Daily errands from Goforth Village center on the Kyle retail corridor along I-35, roughly 5 miles north. H-E-B Plus on Kyle Crossing and Walmart Supercenter are the closest full-service grocery options. Plum Creek Golf Course, an 18-hole public course in Kyle, sits approximately 5 miles northwest. Five Mile Dam Park in San Marcos, about 10 miles south along the San Marcos River, offers swimming access and picnic areas. The Kyle City Square Farmers Market operates on select Saturdays at City Square Park. For dining, local options along Center Street in downtown Kyle include Pie Society and Homespun Kitchen and Bar.
Things to Do in Goforth Village
- Plum Creek Golf Course: 18-hole public golf course in Kyle roughly 5 miles northwest, designed by Bruce Lietzke with bentgrass greens.
- Five Mile Dam Park: San Marcos River park about 10 miles south offering swimming access, tubing put-in points, and shaded picnic areas.
- Kyle City Square Farmers Market: Seasonal farmers market at City Square Park in Kyle on select Saturdays featuring local produce and artisan goods.
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river about 10 miles south popular for tubing, kayaking, and swimming with water temperatures near 72 degrees year-round.
- EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens: Outdoor community theater and botanical garden in Wimberley, roughly 20 miles southwest, with seasonal performances and nature trails.
Major Employers in Goforth Village
- Amazon (Logistics): Fulfillment and distribution center in San Marcos employing over 1,000 workers, approximately 10 miles south on I-35.
- Hays CISD (Education): Public school district serving the Kyle, Buda, and surrounding area with over 2,500 employees across multiple campuses.
- Texas State University (Higher Education): Public university in San Marcos employing over 5,000 faculty and staff, about 10 miles south.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain with an H-E-B Plus location in Kyle and a distribution warehouse in San Marcos.
Goforth Village Schools
Goforth Village is served by Hays CISD. Students typically attend Camino Real Elementary or Kyle Elementary or Science Hall Elementary for elementary school, Armando Chapa Middle School or McCormick Middle School for middle school, and Lehman High School or Johnson High School for high school.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Camino Real Elementary - Elementary school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
- Kyle Elementary - Elementary school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
- Science Hall Elementary - Elementary school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
- Armando Chapa Middle School - Middle school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
- McCormick Middle School - Middle school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
- Lehman High School - High school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
- Johnson High School - High school serving the Goforth Village area in Hays CISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Kyle - Accredited early education center in Kyle serving infants through pre-K with a balanced learning curriculum.
- Children's Courtyard - Kyle - Childcare and preschool center in Kyle offering programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years.
Private Schools
- Promiseland Christian School - Christian private school in San Marcos serving pre-K through 8th grade, approximately 10 miles south.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public research university in San Marcos enrolling over 38,000 students, approximately 10 miles south on I-35.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Goforth Village Texas
Homes in Goforth Village typically range from $250,000 to $400,000. Properties include newer single-family homes of 1,200 to 2,400 square feet with three to four bedrooms built from the 2000s through the 2020s.
What school district is Goforth Village in
Goforth Village is served by Hays Consolidated ISD. Students typically attend Negley Elementary, Barton Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Hays High enrolls over 2,200 students and offers CTE pathways and dual-credit programs.
How far is Goforth Village from Austin
Goforth Village is approximately 25 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 30 to 40 minutes via I-35 depending on traffic volume, particularly through the Kyle and Buda corridor.
What grocery stores are near Goforth Village
H-E-B Plus on Kyle Crossing is roughly 5 miles north along I-35. Walmart Supercenter in Kyle is also within a 10-minute drive. Additional grocery and retail options are available along the I-35 corridor in both Kyle and San Marcos.
Is Goforth Village in Kyle city limits
Goforth Village is in unincorporated Hays County, outside Kyle city limits. Residents pay Hays County property taxes and Hays CISD taxes but not municipal city taxes. Water is provided by local utility districts.
What is there to do near Goforth Village
Plum Creek Golf Course in Kyle is about 5 miles northwest. The San Marcos River roughly 10 miles south offers tubing and swimming. Five Mile Dam Park provides river access and picnic areas along the San Marcos River.