Market Overview for Oak Meadows
There are 1 active listings in Oak Meadows with a median list price of $250K and a median sold price of $185K.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $206.
About Oak Meadows
Oak Meadows is a rural residential subdivision located in unincorporated Hays County, Texas, south of San Marcos along the 78666 zip code. The neighborhood sits approximately 35 miles south of downtown Austin and roughly 3 miles south of downtown San Marcos. Lots in Oak Meadows range from approximately 1.3 to 3 acres, and the subdivision features single-family homes along Oak Meadows Drive and connecting roads. The community was established in the 1980s with homes built on spacious parcels characterized by mature post oak and live oak trees.
Homes in Oak Meadows typically range from $175,000 to $350,000 depending on lot size, condition, and square footage. Properties feature single-story ranch-style and two-story frame construction with compositions ranging from 1,200 to 2,500 square feet of finished living area. Many lots include outbuildings, workshops, or horse shelters reflecting the semi-rural character of the area. The neighborhood does not have a mandatory HOA, and properties operate on individual well and septic systems consistent with unincorporated Hays County residential standards.
Oak Meadows falls within the Hays Consolidated Independent School District service area. Students typically attend Blanco Vista Elementary School, Laura B. Wallace Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School. Hays CISD enrolls over 21,000 students across more than 20 campuses covering portions of San Marcos, Kyle, Buda, and surrounding unincorporated areas. Jack C. Hays High School offers career and technical education pathways and UIL athletic programs.
Commuters from Oak Meadows reach downtown San Marcos in approximately 10 minutes via Ranch Road 12 or local county roads. I-35 access is available approximately 4 miles east, providing a 35- to 45-minute commute to downtown Austin depending on traffic. Texas State University, the largest employer in San Marcos with over 38,000 students and 5,000 employees, sits approximately 4 miles north. The San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets along I-35 provide retail and dining options within a 10-minute drive.
Living in Oak Meadows
Oak Meadows features a semi-rural setting with properties large enough for gardens, livestock, and outdoor recreation. The area is characterized by rolling terrain with stands of post oak, live oak, and pecan trees. Most homes rely on private wells for water and individual septic systems for wastewater management. Property taxes are assessed by the Hays County Appraisal District, with rates reflecting Hays CISD and county jurisdiction levies. The absence of a mandatory HOA means individual property owners manage their own lots without community-wide architectural restrictions.
Daily errands from Oak Meadows require a short drive to San Marcos, where H-E-B, Walmart, and other retailers are located along Highway 123 and I-35. Dining options in downtown San Marcos along the historic square include independently owned restaurants and cafes. The San Marcos River, which runs through the city approximately 4 miles north, offers tubing, kayaking, and swimming at Rio Vista Park. Five Mile Dam Recreation Area, a Hays County park, provides riverfront picnic areas and kayak launches approximately 3 miles east.
Things to Do in Oak Meadows
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river running through San Marcos with tubing, kayaking, and swimming access at Rio Vista Park and multiple outfitter launch points.
- Five Mile Dam Recreation Area: Hays County park along the San Marcos River approximately 3 miles east with picnic areas, kayak launches, and riverside trails.
- San Marcos Downtown Square: Historic courthouse square with independently owned restaurants, shops, and First Friday Art Walk events throughout the year.
- Purgatory Creek Natural Area: Over 600 acres of protected greenbelt in San Marcos with mountain biking and hiking trails through juniper and oak woodland.
- Wonder World Cave and Adventure Park: Show cave formed by an earthquake fault line, located in San Marcos with guided tours and an observation tower.
Major Employers in Oak Meadows
- Texas State University (Higher Education): Public university in San Marcos with over 5,000 employees and 38,000 students, located 4 miles north of Oak Meadows.
- Hays CISD (Education): School district employing approximately 3,500 staff across more than 20 campuses serving over 21,000 students.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets (Retail): Outlet shopping center along I-35 in San Marcos with over 140 stores and hundreds of retail positions.
- Central Texas Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital in San Marcos providing emergency, surgical, and specialty care services to southern Hays County.
Oak Meadows Schools
Oak Meadows is served by Hays CISD. Students typically attend Blanco Vista Elem Elementary or Bowie Elementary or Travis Elementary for elementary school, Laura B Wallace Middle School or Goodnight Middle School or Owen Goodnight Middle School for middle school, and Jack C Hays High School or San Marcos High School or Lehman High School for high school.
School District: Hays CISD
Public Schools
- Blanco Vista Elem Elementary - Elementary school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Bowie Elementary - Elementary school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Travis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Laura B Wallace Middle School - Middle school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Goodnight Middle School - Middle school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Owen Goodnight Middle School - Middle school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Jack C Hays High School - High school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- San Marcos High School - High school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
- Lehman High School - High school serving the Oak Meadows area in Hays CISD.
Pre-Schools
- Creative World School San Marcos - Licensed early education center in San Marcos serving infants through pre-K with structured curriculum.
- Hays CISD Pre-K Program - District-operated pre-kindergarten program available at eligible Hays CISD elementary campuses.
Private Schools
- San Marcos Academy - Private college-preparatory school in San Marcos serving grades 6-12 with boarding and day student options.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university in San Marcos enrolling over 38,000 students with programs across 10 colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oak Meadows near San Marcos TX
Oak Meadows is a rural subdivision in unincorporated Hays County, approximately 3 miles south of downtown San Marcos and 35 miles south of downtown Austin. The neighborhood is in the 78666 zip code with access to I-35 about 4 miles east.
What do homes cost in Oak Meadows San Marcos
Homes in Oak Meadows typically range from $175,000 to $350,000. Properties sit on 1.3- to 3-acre lots with ranch-style and frame construction homes from 1,200 to 2,500 square feet.
What school district is Oak Meadows in
Oak Meadows is served by Hays Consolidated ISD. Students typically attend Blanco Vista Elementary, Laura B. Wallace Middle School, and Jack C. Hays High School.
Does Oak Meadows have an HOA
Oak Meadows does not have a mandatory homeowners association. Individual property owners manage their own lots, and homes operate on private wells and septic systems consistent with unincorporated Hays County standards.
How far is Oak Meadows from Austin
Oak Meadows is approximately 35 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 depending on traffic. Downtown San Marcos is about 10 minutes north via Ranch Road 12.
What is near Oak Meadows San Marcos TX
Oak Meadows is approximately 4 miles from Texas State University and the San Marcos River tubing district. San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets along I-35 are within a 10-minute drive for shopping and dining.