Market Overview for Liberty Hill Independent School District
There are 597 active listings in Liberty Hill Independent School District with a median list price of $542K and a median sold price of $477K.
Homes average 89 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 116 homes have sold, with 1340 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $220.
About Liberty Hill Independent School District
Liberty Hill Independent School District serves approximately 6,500 students across 8 campuses in western Williamson County, centered on the city of Liberty Hill roughly 35 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The district covers approximately 120 square miles of Hill Country and Blackland Prairie terrain along Highway 29 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard. Liberty Hill sits at the intersection of Highway 29 and SH-183, and the area has experienced rapid residential growth as master-planned subdivisions have expanded along the Ronald Reagan corridor connecting to Cedar Park and Leander. District offices are on School Street in downtown Liberty Hill.
Real estate within Liberty Hill ISD is dominated by new construction in large master-planned communities that have reshaped the formerly rural landscape. Subdivisions including Santa Rita Ranch, Rancho Sienna, and Bryson offer homes from $300K to $600K from national builders such as Taylor Morrison, Meritage, and CalAtlantic. Older homes in the original Liberty Hill town center range from $250K to $400K on larger lots. Acreage properties of 5 to 20 acres on the northern and western fringes list from $450K to $900K. Custom Hill Country homes on larger tracts can exceed $1 million. Median home values across the district are approximately $415K, reflecting the heavy inventory of mid-range new construction.
Liberty Hill ISD has expanded rapidly to accommodate enrollment growth that has doubled the student body over the past five years. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and a new campus under construction. Liberty Hill High School enrolls approximately 1,800 students and competes in UIL Class 5A athletics, with a competitive football program. The district has received B ratings from TEA and offers CTE pathways in agriculture, health sciences, and welding. A second high school is planned as enrollment projections show continued growth. The district employs approximately 950 staff members.
Liberty Hill is located along Highway 29, approximately 35 miles and 40 minutes from downtown Austin via Highway 183 or Ronald Reagan Boulevard to US-183A toll road. Georgetown is about 15 minutes east on Highway 29. Cedar Park is approximately 20 minutes south via Ronald Reagan Boulevard. The Ronald Reagan corridor has become the primary growth axis for the district, with retail and commercial development following the residential expansion. Employment within Liberty Hill itself is limited to local services, the school district, and small businesses. Most working residents commute south to Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, or Austin. The area retains Hill Country ranch character on its western and northern edges despite the pace of residential development.
Living in Liberty Hill Independent School District
Liberty Hill ISD's population has shifted from a predominantly rural ranching community to a suburban-commuter demographic over the past decade. The influx of young families into master-planned communities has made the school district the primary community institution. Median household income is approximately $90,000, reflecting dual-income professional households commuting to Austin-area jobs. The original downtown Liberty Hill along Loop 332 has a handful of local restaurants, a feed store, and the Liberty Hill Cafe. A new H-E-B opened on Highway 29 to serve the growing population. Santa Rita Ranch and Rancho Sienna have their own amenity centers with pools, fitness facilities, and community event programming.
Daily life in Liberty Hill ISD is focused on school activities, subdivision amenities, and the surrounding Hill Country. Santa Rita Ranch features a 7-acre amenity complex with a resort-style pool, splash pad, sports courts, and a covered pavilion for events. Rancho Sienna has a community pool, playground, and trail system. Liberty Hill City Park provides athletic fields and a playground for community use. The annual Liberty Hill Festival in September features a parade, carnival, barbecue, and live music on the downtown square. The Hill Country landscape surrounding the developed areas supports horseback riding, hunting leases, and ranch life. Georgetown's historic square is about 15 minutes east for dining and entertainment, and Cedar Park's retail centers are 20 minutes south. Youth sports leagues operate through local organizations and the growing parks system.
Things to Do in Liberty Hill Independent School District
- Santa Rita Ranch Amenity Center: 7-acre community complex with resort-style pool, splash pad, sports courts, and event pavilion in the largest subdivision.
- Liberty Hill Festival: Annual September celebration with a parade, carnival, barbecue cook-off, and live music on the downtown square.
- Georgetown Square: Historic town square approximately 15 minutes east with restaurants, shops, and cultural events.
- Hill Country Horseback Riding: Area ranches and stables offer trail rides and lessons in the Hill Country terrain surrounding Liberty Hill.
- Liberty Hill City Park: Community park with athletic fields, playground, and walking paths for youth sports and recreation.
Major Employers in Liberty Hill Independent School District
- Liberty Hill ISD (Education): Employs approximately 950 staff across 8 campuses, the largest employer in the Liberty Hill area.
- H-E-B Liberty Hill (Retail): Regional grocery chain location on Highway 29 serving the growing community.
- City of Liberty Hill (Government): Municipal government with police and administrative services for the incorporated city.
- Williamson County (Government): County government operations headquartered in Georgetown, 15 minutes east, with 2,000+ employees.
Liberty Hill Independent School District Schools
Liberty Hill ISD is served by Liberty Hill ISD. Students typically attend LouineNoble Elementary or Rancho Sienna Elementary or Santa Rita Elementary or Bill Burden Elementary or Liberty Hill Elementary for elementary school, Liberty Hill Middle or Santa Rita Middle for middle school, and Liberty Hill High School or Legacy Ranch High School for high school.
School District: Liberty Hill ISD
Public Schools
- LouineNoble Elementary - Elementary school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Rancho Sienna Elementary - Elementary school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Santa Rita Elementary - Elementary school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Bill Burden Elementary - Elementary school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Liberty Hill Elementary - Elementary school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Liberty Hill Middle - Middle school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Santa Rita Middle - Middle school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Liberty Hill High School - High school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
- Legacy Ranch High School - High school serving the Liberty Hill ISD area in Liberty Hill ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Liberty Hill ISD Pre-K - Public pre-kindergarten at select elementary campuses for eligible 4-year-olds.
- Liberty Hill Child Development Center - Licensed childcare and preschool in Liberty Hill serving infants through pre-K.
Private Schools
- Summit Christian Academy Georgetown - Private school in nearby Georgetown, about 15 minutes east, serving pre-K through 12th grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What neighborhoods are in Liberty Hill ISD?
Liberty Hill ISD includes Santa Rita Ranch, Rancho Sienna, Bryson, Rio Ancho, and the original town of Liberty Hill. Newer development is concentrated along Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Highway 29. Acreage properties are available on the northern and western fringes.
Is Liberty Hill ISD good for families?
Liberty Hill ISD offers affordable new construction in master-planned communities with pools and amenity centers. The district is expanding with new campuses and offers UIL 5A athletics and CTE programs. Families benefit from a Hill Country setting and proximity to Georgetown and Cedar Park for shopping and dining.
How much do homes cost in Liberty Hill ISD?
New construction in Liberty Hill ISD ranges from $300K to $600K in master-planned communities. Older in-town homes list from $250K to $400K. Acreage properties range from $450K to $900K. The district median home value is approximately $415K.
How far is Liberty Hill from Austin?
Liberty Hill is approximately 35 miles and 40 minutes from downtown Austin via Highway 183 or Ronald Reagan Boulevard to US-183A toll road. Georgetown is about 15 minutes east, and Cedar Park is approximately 20 minutes south.
Why is Liberty Hill growing so fast?
Liberty Hill's growth is driven by master-planned communities offering new homes from $300K with Hill Country settings and access to Austin via Ronald Reagan Boulevard. The population has grown from roughly 1,800 in 2010 to over 15,000, with continued subdivision development along Highway 29.
