Market Overview for Paramount
There are 29 active listings in Paramount with a median list price of $360K and a median sold price of $400K.
Homes average 118 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 10 homes have sold, with 67 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $178.
About Paramount
Paramount is a new-home subdivision on the south side of the city of Kyle, Hays County, Texas, located west of Interstate 35 and south of Bunton Creek Road. The neighborhood sits approximately 25 miles south of downtown Austin via I-35 and about 12 miles north of San Marcos. Paramount is a Hays CISD-zoned community of production new-build homes, with lot-scale development by multiple Austin-area builders.
Builders active at Paramount include Pacesetter Homes, Chesmar Homes, Brightland Homes, CastleRock Communities, and D.R. Horton, each offering a selection of floor plans that typically range from roughly the 1,300 to 2,500 square-foot range across one- and two-story designs. Home configurations typically feature three to four bedrooms with attached garages and small landscaped lots on a conventional street grid.
The subdivision is served by the Hays Consolidated Independent School District, which enrolled 25,049 students across 28 campuses in 2026 — 16 elementary, 6 middle, 4 high, plus a multi-level campus and an alternative center. Paramount is part of the broader growth corridor that has reshaped south Kyle over the past decade, as Kyle's population reached 45,697 in the 2020 Census and has continued to grow. The community is governed by an HOA with architectural standards and common-area maintenance.
Paramount sits between downtown Kyle and the San Marcos city limit, giving residents roughly equivalent access to services in both cities. Interstate 35 runs along the east side of the neighborhood, providing direct commute routes north to Austin and south to San Marcos and Texas State University. SH-45 connects eastward to Tesla Gigafactory Texas and the SH-130 corridor, while FM 1626 provides a secondary route to the west side of Kyle and the Plum Creek / Buda retail corridor. The area remains under active development, with additional phases still being platted by participating builders as of 2026.
Living in Paramount
Paramount is a newer suburban subdivision where daily life centers on I-35 access to Austin and San Marcos. Groceries and daily retail are concentrated along Kyle Crossing and the Kyle I-35 corridor — Kyle Marketplace, H-E-B Plus, and the broader commercial area along the frontage road are a short drive from the neighborhood. Downtown Kyle and City Square Park are about 10 minutes north, and the San Marcos outlets and Texas State University are roughly 12 miles south on I-35.
The commute to downtown Austin is approximately 25 miles, typically 30 to 45 minutes outside peak traffic via I-35, with longer times during rush hour. Tesla Gigafactory Texas in eastern Travis County is reachable via SH-45 and SH-130 in about 30 to 40 minutes. San Marcos commutes run 15 to 25 minutes south on I-35.
Paramount is zoned to Hays CISD. The district operates 16 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 4 high schools across Kyle, Buda, and surrounding Hays County communities. School assignments for Paramount properties depend on specific street location within the subdivision and should be confirmed with Hays CISD directly or with a current school-boundary map for the address being considered.
Because Paramount is a recently built neighborhood of production homes, the housing stock is newer and more uniform than older Kyle subdivisions, and individual streets within the subdivision may still be under development as builders complete remaining sections.
Things to Do in Paramount
- Visit Lake Kyle Park: Lake Kyle Park is a City of Kyle park with a small lake, walking trails, fishing access, a playground, and open recreation fields, located a short drive north of Paramount in Kyle.
- Shop at Kyle Marketplace: Kyle Marketplace is the primary commercial center in Kyle along I-35, featuring an H-E-B Plus grocery anchor, national retailers, restaurants, and services. It is a short drive from Paramount.
- Explore downtown Kyle and City Square Park: Kyle's historic downtown along Center Street features the Katherine Anne Porter Literary Center in the former home of the Pulitzer-winning author, plus locally owned restaurants, the City Square Park, and a regular schedule of events.
- Attend a concert or float the river in San Marcos: San Marcos is about 12 miles south of Paramount on I-35. Texas State University, the historic downtown square, the San Marcos Premium Outlets, and San Marcos River access for tubing and paddling are all within easy reach.
- Tour the Tanger Outlets and San Marcos Premium Outlets: The San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets together form one of the largest outlet shopping destinations in Texas, located along I-35 south of Kyle, a short drive from Paramount.
- Paddle at Dick Nichols Park or Onion Creek: Onion Creek runs through the Kyle area with several county and city park access points for hiking and water recreation. McKinney Falls State Park, approximately 20 miles north along Onion Creek, offers additional trails, camping, and two waterfalls.
Major Employers in Paramount
- Hays CISD (Education): Hays Consolidated ISD enrolled 25,049 students across 28 campuses in 2026 and is one of Kyle's largest employers, with elementary, middle, and high school operations throughout the city.
- Seton Medical Center Hays (Healthcare): An Ascension Seton full-service hospital located along I-35 in Kyle, serving as a major healthcare employer for south Hays County.
- City of Kyle and Kyle municipal services (Government): Kyle municipal government, police, fire, parks, and utility departments. Kyle reached 45,697 residents in the 2020 Census and has continued to add municipal employment as the city grows.
- Tesla Gigafactory Texas (Automotive manufacturing): Tesla Gigafactory Texas is located in eastern Travis County and is reachable from Paramount via SH-45 and SH-130 in about 30 to 40 minutes. It employs thousands in the region.
- Texas State University (San Marcos) (Higher education): Texas State University in San Marcos is approximately 12 miles south of Paramount via I-35 and is one of the largest public universities in Texas, employing faculty, staff, and research personnel.
Paramount Schools
Paramount is zoned to Hays Consolidated Independent School District, which enrolled 25,049 students across 28 campuses in 2026. The district operates 16 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 4 high schools across Kyle, Buda, and surrounding Hays County communities. Specific campus assignments depend on street location inside Paramount and should be confirmed with Hays CISD.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Blanco Vista Elementary
- Laura B Wallace Middle
Higher Education
- Texas State University - A large public research university in San Marcos, approximately 12 miles south of Paramount via I-35.
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - ACC's Hays Campus is located in Plum Creek, approximately 3 to 5 miles from Paramount, offering general education, workforce, and transfer programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Paramount located in Kyle?
Paramount is a new-home subdivision on the south side of Kyle, Hays County, west of I-35 and south of Bunton Creek Road. It is approximately 25 miles south of downtown Austin via I-35 and about 12 miles north of San Marcos.
Which builders have homes in Paramount?
Builders active in Paramount include Pacesetter Homes, Chesmar Homes, Brightland Homes, CastleRock Communities, and D.R. Horton. Floor plans typically range from roughly 1,300 to 2,500 square feet across one- and two-story designs, with three- to four-bedroom configurations.
What school district serves Paramount?
Paramount is zoned to Hays Consolidated Independent School District (Hays CISD), which enrolled 25,049 students across 28 campuses in 2026. The district operates 16 elementary, 6 middle, and 4 high schools across Kyle, Buda, and surrounding Hays County. Specific school assignments within Paramount vary by address and should be confirmed with Hays CISD.
How far is Paramount from Austin and San Marcos?
Paramount is about 25 miles south of downtown Austin via I-35, typically 30 to 45 minutes outside rush hour. San Marcos and Texas State University are about 12 miles south on I-35, roughly 15 to 25 minutes.
Does Paramount have an HOA?
Yes. Paramount is governed by a homeowners association with architectural standards and common-area maintenance, typical of master-planned new-build subdivisions in the Kyle area. Current HOA fee amounts and rules should be confirmed through the HOA management company or the seller's disclosure packet at time of purchase.
