Market Overview for Oakwood Hills
There are 5 active listings in Oakwood Hills with a median list price of $1.3M and a median sold price of $625K.
Homes average 42 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 6 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $557.
About Oakwood Hills
Oakwood Hills is an unrecorded residential subdivision in Hays County, Texas, situated on Oakwood Loop between San Marcos and Wimberley. The neighborhood dates to approximately 1985 and sits in the rolling terrain of the Texas Hill Country, approximately 6 miles west of San Marcos and a similar distance east of Wimberley along Ranch Road 12. The area lies within the Edwards Plateau region, characterized by live oak and cedar woodlands, limestone outcroppings, and seasonal wildflowers.
Properties in Oakwood Hills feature acreage lots that vary widely in size, from approximately 1 acre to over 15 acres. Homes range from approximately 2,000 to over 3,200 square feet, with build dates spanning the early 1980s through the present. The rural residential character of the area includes mature oak trees, Hill Country views, and a mix of architectural styles including ranch homes and custom builds. The subdivision carries a San Marcos mailing address (78666) but is located in unincorporated Hays County with no municipal city government.
Oakwood Hills is served by Wimberley Independent School District. The location between two population centers — San Marcos (population approximately 90,988 as of January 2025, seat of Hays County) to the east and Wimberley (population 2,839 per the 2020 Census) to the northwest — provides access to the amenities, employment, and services of both communities, including Texas State University and the San Marcos outlet malls to the east, and Wimberley Square, Blue Hole Regional Park, and the Blanco River to the northwest.
Living in Oakwood Hills
Oakwood Hills offers rural Hill Country living on acreage lots between San Marcos and Wimberley. Ranch Road 12 provides the primary north-south corridor, connecting to I-35 in San Marcos (approximately 6 miles east) and continuing north through Wimberley toward Dripping Springs. Downtown Austin is approximately 40 to 50 minutes north via I-35.
Wimberley ISD serves the community with four campuses enrolling more than 2,600 students. Students attend Blue Hole Primary School (PreK through 2nd grade), Jacob's Well Elementary (3rd through 5th, GreatSchools 8 out of 10), Danforth Junior High (6th through 8th, GreatSchools 9 out of 10), and Wimberley High School (9th through 12th).
The location between San Marcos and Wimberley gives residents access to Texas State University, the San Marcos outlet malls, and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital to the east, as well as Wimberley Square, Blue Hole Regional Park, and the Blanco River to the northwest. Pedernales Electric Cooperative provides electricity to the area.
Things to Do in Oakwood Hills
- Blue Hole Regional Park: A 126-acre park in Wimberley with a natural spring-fed swimming hole, 4.5 miles of trails, and playgrounds. Named one of the top 10 swimming holes in the nation by USA Today.
- Purgatory Creek Natural Area: Over 700 acres in San Marcos within the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, with approximately 10 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and bird watching.
- Wimberley Square: Historic town center approximately 6 miles northwest, with local shops, art galleries, wine tasting, and outdoor dining along Cypress Creek.
- San Marcos River: Spring-fed river at a constant 72 degrees, approximately 6 miles east. Supports tubing, kayaking, and swimming year-round.
- Wonder World Cave and Adventure Park: At 1000 Prospect Street in San Marcos. Features a Balcones Fault Line cave, a 180-foot observation tower, and a wildlife petting park.
Major Employers in Oakwood Hills
- Texas State University (Higher Education): In San Marcos, approximately 6 miles east. Enrolled 44,596 students for fall 2025 with approximately 2,780 employees.
- Wimberley ISD (Education): The public school district serving the Wimberley area, with approximately 289 employees.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets (Retail): Along I-35 in San Marcos with 145-plus stores and approximately 2,100 employees.
- CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital — San Marcos (Healthcare): Level 4 Trauma Center at 1301 Wonder World Drive in San Marcos.
Oakwood Hills Schools
Oakwood Hills is served by Wimberley Independent School District, which operates four campuses serving more than 2,600 students.
School District: Wimberley ISD
Public Schools
Wimberley Independent School District
- Blue Hole Pri
- Jacob's Well Elementary
- Danforth J H
- Wimberley High School
San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District
- Hernandez Elementary
- Miller Middle
- San Marcos High School
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oakwood Hills located?
Oakwood Hills is in unincorporated Hays County on Oakwood Loop, approximately 6 miles west of San Marcos and a similar distance east of Wimberley along Ranch Road 12 in the Texas Hill Country.
What schools serve Oakwood Hills?
Oakwood Hills is served by Wimberley ISD. Students attend Blue Hole Primary, Jacob's Well Elementary (GreatSchools 8/10), Danforth Junior High (9/10), and Wimberley High School.
What are lot sizes in Oakwood Hills?
Lot sizes vary widely, from approximately 1 acre to over 15 acres. The neighborhood has a rural residential character with mature oak trees and Hill Country terrain.
How far is Oakwood Hills from Austin?
Downtown Austin is approximately 40 to 50 minutes north via Ranch Road 12 and I-35. San Marcos is approximately 6 miles east; Wimberley is approximately 6 miles northwest.
What is the character of the Oakwood Hills area?
Oakwood Hills sits in the rolling Hill Country between San Marcos and Wimberley. The area features acreage lots with mature trees, rural views, and access to the amenities of both communities.