Market Overview for Cedar Plateau
There are 0 active listings in Cedar Plateau and a median sold price of $375K.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
About Cedar Plateau
Cedar Plateau is a residential neighborhood located in San Marcos, Texas, within the 78666 zip code in Hays County. The subdivision sits on the west side of San Marcos near the intersection of Ranch Road 12 and Wonder World Drive, roughly 30 miles south of Austin via I-35. The neighborhood occupies gently rolling terrain with native cedar and oak cover typical of the eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country. Purgatory Creek runs to the south and east, and Ranch Road 12 provides the primary route north toward Wimberley and south into downtown San Marcos.
Homes in Cedar Plateau consist of single-family residences built from the early 2000s through the 2010s on lots ranging from 7,000 to 12,000 square feet. Resale prices generally range from $275,000 to $425,000 depending on square footage, lot position, and condition. Floor plans average 1,400 to 2,600 square feet with three- to four-bedroom layouts. Exterior materials include brick, stone veneer, and composite siding with composition shingle roofing. Cul-de-sac street layouts and low-traffic interior roads define the neighborhood's layout.
Cedar Plateau is served by San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Bowie Elementary School, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. Bowie Elementary enrolls approximately 500 students in grades pre-K through 5. Miller Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 700 students. San Marcos High School enrolls over 2,200 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers AP courses, career and technical education pathways, and dual-credit programs through Austin Community College.
Commuters from Cedar Plateau reach downtown San Marcos in approximately 10 minutes via Wonder World Drive or Ranch Road 12. I-35 access is roughly 4 miles east, providing a 30-minute drive north to Austin or 45 minutes south to New Braunfels and San Antonio. Texas State University, the largest employer in the area with over 5,500 faculty and staff, sits approximately 3 miles east. The San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets shopping centers along I-35 are within a 10-minute drive.
Living in Cedar Plateau
Cedar Plateau features single-story and two-story homes on landscaped lots with established live oak and pecan trees throughout the neighborhood. Many homes include covered patios and fenced backyards. The neighborhood does not have a community pool or clubhouse, though Purgatory Creek Natural Area provides trail access less than 1 mile south. Property tax rates fall under Hays County and San Marcos CISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $2.00 per $100 of assessed valuation. Interior streets are quiet with low through-traffic due to the cul-de-sac layout.
Grocery shopping includes H-E-B on Ranch Road 12 roughly 1 mile south and a Walmart Supercenter on I-35 approximately 4 miles east. Purgatory Creek Natural Area, managed by the City of San Marcos, offers over 6 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through limestone terrain and riparian corridors. Restaurants along the San Marcos town square, about 3 miles east, include Herbert's Taco Hut, Gil's Broiler, and Root Cellar Cafe. The San Marcos River, fed by spring-fed aquifer water maintaining 72 degrees year-round, offers tubing and kayaking from Rio Vista Park roughly 4 miles southeast.
Things to Do in Cedar Plateau
- Purgatory Creek Natural Area: City of San Marcos park with over 6 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through limestone terrain, less than 1 mile south of the neighborhood.
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river maintaining 72 degrees year-round with tubing, kayaking, and swimming access at Rio Vista Park and City Park, roughly 4 miles southeast.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets: Outdoor outlet mall along I-35 with over 140 stores including Nike, Coach, and Kate Spade, approximately 5 miles east.
- Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park: Show cave formed by an earthquake fault line with guided tours, an anti-gravity house, and observation tower, roughly 1 mile south on Wonder World Drive.
- Downtown San Marcos Square: Historic town square approximately 3 miles east with locally owned restaurants, shops, and the Hays County Courthouse dating to 1908.
Major Employers in Cedar Plateau
- Texas State University (Education): Public university in San Marcos employing over 5,500 faculty and staff, approximately 3 miles east of Cedar Plateau.
- Central Texas Medical Center (Healthcare): 171-bed hospital on Wonderworld Drive in San Marcos employing approximately 800 staff, roughly 2 miles south.
- Amazon (Logistics): Fulfillment center in San Marcos along I-35 employing over 1,000 workers, approximately 6 miles southeast.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain operating multiple locations in San Marcos and a distribution facility in the region.
Cedar Plateau Schools
Cedar Plateau is served by San Marcos ISD. Students typically attend Crockett Elementary or Hernandez Elementary for elementary school, Miller Middle School or Doris Miller Middle School for middle school, and San Marcos High School for high school.
School District: San Marcos ISD
Public Schools
- Crockett Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cedar Plateau area in San Marcos ISD.
- Hernandez Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cedar Plateau area in San Marcos ISD.
- Miller Middle School - Middle school serving the Cedar Plateau area in San Marcos ISD.
- Doris Miller Middle School - Middle school serving the Cedar Plateau area in San Marcos ISD.
- San Marcos High School - High school serving the Cedar Plateau area in San Marcos ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Creative World School - San Marcos - Early education center on Wonder World Drive offering programs for infants through pre-K with STEAM-based curriculum.
- La Petite Academy - San Marcos - Childcare and preschool center serving ages 6 weeks through 5 years with structured early learning programs.
Private Schools
- San Marcos Academy - Private college-preparatory boarding and day school serving grades 6-12, founded in 1907, located roughly 4 miles east.
- Promiseland Christian School - Faith-based private school in San Marcos serving pre-K through elementary grades with small class sizes.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university enrolling over 38,000 students with more than 200 degree programs, approximately 3 miles east of the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Cedar Plateau San Marcos
Homes in Cedar Plateau typically range from $275,000 to $425,000. Properties include 2000s-2010s single-family homes of 1,400 to 2,600 square feet on lots of 7,000 to 12,000 square feet with brick and stone veneer construction.
What school district is Cedar Plateau in
Cedar Plateau is served by San Marcos CISD. Students typically attend Bowie Elementary, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. San Marcos High enrolls over 2,200 students and offers AP courses and dual-credit programs.
How far is Cedar Plateau from downtown Austin
Cedar Plateau is approximately 30 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes roughly 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 depending on traffic conditions.
What parks are near Cedar Plateau San Marcos
Purgatory Creek Natural Area is less than 1 mile south with over 6 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. The San Marcos River offers tubing and kayaking at Rio Vista Park roughly 4 miles southeast.
Is Cedar Plateau near Texas State University
Texas State University is approximately 3 miles east of Cedar Plateau. The university enrolls over 38,000 students and is the largest employer in San Marcos with more than 5,500 faculty and staff.
What grocery stores are near Cedar Plateau
H-E-B on Ranch Road 12 is roughly 1 mile south of the neighborhood. A Walmart Supercenter is approximately 4 miles east along I-35 near the outlet malls.