Market Overview for Chaparral Park
There are 1 active listings in Chaparral Park with a median list price of $525K and a median sold price of $450K.
Homes average 71 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 4 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $349.
About Chaparral Park
Chaparral Park is an established residential neighborhood located off Bliss Spillar Road in the Manchaca area of south Austin, Texas, within the 78652 zip code in Travis County. The community dates back to 1973 and has continued to develop through the 1980s and beyond. Chaparral Park sits at the southern end of Brodie Lane, approximately 14 miles south of downtown Austin, and is bordered by rural and semi-rural land along FM 1626 to the south and established south Austin neighborhoods to the north. The area straddles the boundary between the Austin city limits and unincorporated Travis County.
Homes in Chaparral Park range from approximately $250,000 to $550,000 depending on lot size, home square footage, and condition. Properties sit on lots ranging from roughly half an acre to 3 or 4 acres, with home sizes spanning approximately 1,200 to 3,500 square feet. Architectural styles vary depending on construction period, from single-story ranch homes built in the 1970s and 1980s to larger two-story homes on the bigger lots. There is no homeowners association, which allows property owners flexibility in land use including detached structures, workshops, and varied landscaping. Construction materials include brick, wood-frame, and stone exteriors.
Chaparral Park is served by Hays Consolidated Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Elm Grove Elementary School, Dahlstrom Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Elm Grove Elementary serves grades K through 5 with approximately 800 students and is located on FM 1626 in Buda. Dahlstrom Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 within Hays CISD. Jack C. Hays High School enrolls approximately 2,300 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers Advanced Placement courses, dual-credit programs through Austin Community College, and career and technical education pathways.
Commuters from Chaparral Park reach downtown Austin in approximately 20 to 30 minutes via Brodie Lane north to Slaughter Lane and then MoPac Expressway, or via I-35 north from FM 1626. The south Austin employment corridor along Slaughter Lane and William Cannon Drive includes medical offices, retail centers, and technology firms within a 10- to 15-minute drive. H-E-B on Brodie Lane is approximately 3 miles north for daily grocery needs. The intersection of Slaughter Lane and Brodie Lane provides access to additional retail, restaurants, and service businesses.
Living in Chaparral Park
Chaparral Park properties sit on lots ranging from half an acre to several acres, with mature tree coverage including live oaks and native cedar. The neighborhood has no HOA restrictions, resulting in varied property configurations including detached workshops, storage buildings, and agricultural structures. Homes from the 1970s and 1980s feature single-story ranch-style construction with brick or wood-frame exteriors, while newer builds on larger lots incorporate stone facades and two-story floor plans. Interior roads are two-lane without curbing in some sections, contributing to the semi-rural character. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Hays CISD jurisdictions.
Daily life around Chaparral Park is supported by commercial development along Brodie Lane to the north and FM 1626 to the south. H-E-B grocery on Brodie Lane is approximately 3 miles north, and the Southpark Meadows retail center along I-35 provides Target, Best Buy, and various dining options roughly 5 miles east. Slaughter Creek Trail offers paved walking and cycling paths through the south Austin area, accessible approximately 3 miles north. Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park, a 344-acre Travis County park, is roughly 4 miles northeast with disc golf courses, hiking trails, and picnic pavilions. The Buda Amphitheater and City Park on Main Street in Buda offer community events and outdoor recreation approximately 5 miles south.
Things to Do in Chaparral Park
- Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park: 344-acre Travis County park roughly 4 miles northeast with disc golf courses, hiking trails, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions. Free admission.
- Slaughter Creek Trail: Paved multi-use trail through south Austin for walking and cycling, accessible approximately 3 miles north of Chaparral Park.
- Southpark Meadows: 600,000-square-foot open-air retail center roughly 5 miles east along I-35 with shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
- Buda City Park and Amphitheater: City park on Main Street in Buda, approximately 5 miles south, with playgrounds, sports fields, and an amphitheater hosting community concerts and events.
Major Employers in Chaparral Park
- Hays CISD (Education): Public school district serving the Buda, Kyle, and south Austin areas with over 20,000 students and approximately 3,000 employees.
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): 258-bed acute care hospital on South 1st Street in south Austin employing over 1,500 staff, approximately 10 miles north of Chaparral Park.
- Amazon (Logistics): Distribution and fulfillment center operations in the south Austin and San Marcos corridor along I-35, approximately 15 minutes south.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain with multiple south Austin store locations and distribution operations, including the Brodie Lane store approximately 3 miles north.
Chaparral Park Schools
Chaparral Park is served by Hays CISD. Students typically attend Carpenter Hill Elementary or Elm Grove Elementary or Hemphill Elementary for elementary school, Eric Dahlstrom Middle School or R C Barton Middle School for middle school, and Jack C Hays High School or Johnson High School for high school.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Carpenter Hill Elementary - Elementary school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
- Elm Grove Elementary - Elementary school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
- Hemphill Elementary - Elementary school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
- Eric Dahlstrom Middle School - Middle school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
- R C Barton Middle School - Middle school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
- Jack C Hays High School - High school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
- Johnson High School - High school serving the Chaparral Park area in Hays CISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Shady Hollow - Accredited preschool and childcare center on Brodie Lane serving infants through pre-K, approximately 3 miles north.
- Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse - Early childhood center in the Manchaca area with programs for toddlers and preschoolers, featuring a fenced playground and outdoor learning areas.
Private Schools
- Brentwood Christian School - Pre-K through 12 private school in south Austin with college-preparatory curriculum and athletics programs.
- St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School - Catholic school serving pre-K through 8 on Oltorf Street in Austin, approximately 10 miles north.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - Two-year college campus in Kyle offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and dual-credit courses for area high school students.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Chaparral Park Manchaca
Homes in Chaparral Park range from approximately $250,000 to $550,000 depending on lot size and home condition. Properties sit on lots from half an acre to 3 or 4 acres with homes from 1,200 to 3,500 square feet.
What school district is Chaparral Park in
Chaparral Park is served by Hays CISD. Students typically attend Elm Grove Elementary, Dahlstrom Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Hays High enrolls approximately 2,300 students with AP and dual-credit programs.
Does Chaparral Park have an HOA
No, Chaparral Park does not have a homeowners association. Property owners have flexibility for land use including workshops, detached structures, and varied landscaping on their lots.
How far is Chaparral Park from downtown Austin
Chaparral Park is approximately 14 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 20 to 30 minutes via Brodie Lane to MoPac Expressway or via I-35 north from FM 1626.
What grocery stores are near Chaparral Park Manchaca
H-E-B on Brodie Lane is approximately 3 miles north. Southpark Meadows retail center roughly 5 miles east along I-35 includes Target, Best Buy, and additional grocery and dining options.
What parks are near Chaparral Park south Austin
Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park is roughly 4 miles northeast with 344 acres of trails and disc golf. Slaughter Creek Trail offers paved walking and cycling paths about 3 miles north. Buda City Park is approximately 5 miles south.