Market Overview for South Grove
There are 4 active listings in South Grove with a median list price of $315K and a median sold price of $310K.
Homes average 43 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 41 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $163.
About South Grove
South Grove (also marketed as Southgrove) is a residential community by D.R. Horton in Kyle, Hays County, Texas. The formal plat name recorded with Hays County is Trails at Windy Hill, Phase 3 (Document No. 21008432, Official Public Records of Hays County). The developer entity is The Trails, LLC. The HOA management certificate was filed on November 15, 2021 and recorded on December 22, 2021, with the first homes closing in 2022. The community is still under active construction.
D.R. Horton has offered 13 floor plans in South Grove, with 7 currently available. Homes range from approximately 1,489 to 2,608 square feet with 3 to 4 bedrooms, up to 3 bathrooms, and 2-car garages in single- and two-story configurations. Minimum lot widths in the Trails at Windy Hill development are 40, 50, and 60 feet per the City of Kyle development agreement. All homes include D.R. Horton's smart-home technology package.
Community amenities include a swimming pool with lap area, covered charcoal grills and picnic area, a playground, function lawn, and amenity center. The community is governed by Southgrove Residential Community, Inc., with monthly HOA dues of approximately $40.
South Grove is located off Windy Hill Road near FM 2001 in eastern Kyle, under 30 minutes from both downtown Austin and San Marcos. The community is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of B (score 80 out of 100) for the 2024-25 school year. Students are zoned to Camino Real Elementary, McCormick Middle School, and Johnson High School.
Living in South Grove
South Grove provides new-construction homes in the eastern Kyle growth corridor along Windy Hill Road. The community amenity center, pool, and playground are within the neighborhood, providing resident recreation space without requiring travel to city parks. The function lawn and grilling area serve as gathering spaces for community events.
The HOA manages common areas, the pool complex, and community amenities, with monthly dues of approximately $40. D.R. Horton's included smart-home package equips each home with a security panel, video doorbell, smart thermostat, smart light switches, and smart lock.
Windy Hill Road provides the primary connection west toward I-35 and Kyle's commercial development. Kyle Crossing Shopping Center, approximately five miles west, offers grocery stores, restaurants, and retail services. Ascension Seton Hays, a 142-bed hospital at 6001 Kyle Parkway, provides the nearest full-service medical facility.
The I-35 corridor places downtown Austin approximately 20 miles north and San Marcos approximately 10 miles south. SH-130 (toll road) is accessible to the east, providing an alternative commute route into eastern Travis County that avoids I-35 congestion.
Things to Do in South Grove
- Lake Kyle Park: City of Kyle park offering canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and nature trails around a community lake.
- Plum Creek Golf Course: 18-hole public golf course in Kyle designed by Garrett Gill with a links-style layout along Plum Creek.
- EVO Entertainment: Entertainment venue in Kyle offering bowling, movies, arcade games, and dining.
- Kyle Railroad Depot and Heritage Center: Restored 1914 Southern Pacific Railroad depot in downtown Kyle housing local history exhibits.
- Steeplechase Park: 31-acre Kyle park with disc golf course, dog park, sports fields, and walking trails.
Major Employers in South Grove
- Hays CISD (Education): Public school district serving the Kyle, Buda, and San Marcos corridor.
- Amazon (Logistics/Technology): Operates a sortation center in the Kyle Crossing area.
- Ascension Seton Hays (Healthcare): 142-bed hospital at 6001 Kyle Parkway providing emergency and specialty medical services.
- H-E-B (Retail/Grocery): Texas-based grocery chain with stores in Kyle and throughout the region.
- Texas State University (Higher Education): Public university in nearby San Marcos, located south on I-35.
South Grove Schools
South Grove is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District, which received a TEA accountability rating of B (80/100) for the 2024-25 school year.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Camino Real Elementary - Hays CISD elementary school serving the South Grove attendance zone.
- McCormick Middle School - Hays CISD middle school in the South Grove feeder pattern.
- Johnson High School - Hays CISD high school serving the eastern Kyle area.
Private Schools
- Hill Country Christian School - Private Christian school in the Kyle/San Marcos area.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university in San Marcos, south of the community on I-35.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is building homes in South Grove Kyle?
South Grove is built by D.R. Horton with 13 floor plans, ranging from 1,489 to 2,608 square feet. The community is still under active construction.
What is the formal name of South Grove?
The formal plat name recorded with Hays County is Trails at Windy Hill, Phase 3. The community is marketed by D.R. Horton as South Grove (or Southgrove).
What school district serves South Grove?
South Grove is within Hays Consolidated Independent School District (TEA rating B, 80/100 for 2024-25), zoned to Camino Real Elementary, McCormick Middle School, and Johnson High School.
Does South Grove have a pool?
Yes. Community amenities include a swimming pool with lap area, covered charcoal grills, a playground, function lawn, and amenity center.
What are the HOA dues in South Grove?
Monthly HOA dues are approximately $40, managed by Southgrove Residential Community, Inc.