Market Overview for Two Rivers East
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About Two Rivers East
Two Rivers East is a residential subdivision in San Marcos, Texas, within the 78666 zip code in Hays County. The neighborhood is located on the east side of San Marcos, south of River Road and east of I-35, approximately 30 miles south of downtown Austin. The San Marcos River and Blanco River converge near the area, giving the broader Two Rivers development its name. I-35 frontage roads and Wonder World Drive provide primary vehicular access to retail corridors and the Texas State University campus to the west.
Homes in Two Rivers East consist of single-family houses built from the mid-2010s onward, with floor plans ranging from 1,400 to 2,400 square feet on lots of approximately 5,000 to 7,000 square feet. Prices typically range from $250,000 to $380,000 depending on size, upgrades, and lot position. Construction materials include stone and stucco facades with composition roofing. Most homes feature three- to four-bedroom layouts with two-car attached garages, open-concept living areas, and covered rear patios.
Two Rivers East is served by San Marcos Consolidated ISD. Students in the neighborhood are zoned to Bowie Elementary School, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. Bowie Elementary serves grades pre-K through 5 and sits roughly 2 miles west of the subdivision. Miller Middle School enrolls students in grades 6 through 8 with athletics and fine-arts programs. San Marcos High School serves grades 9 through 12 with approximately 2,000 students and offers AP courses, dual-credit options through Austin Community College, and career and technical education pathways.
Commuters from Two Rivers East reach downtown Austin in approximately 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 north, depending on traffic. Texas State University, the largest employer in San Marcos with over 5,000 faculty and staff, is roughly 5 minutes west. The San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets along I-35 add retail employment and shopping options within a 10-minute drive. Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS) provides intercity bus service connecting San Marcos to Austin.
Living in Two Rivers East
Two Rivers East draws a mix of homeowners including first-time buyers, university-affiliated professionals, and commuters working in Austin or San Antonio. The subdivision features newer construction with energy-efficient windows, modern insulation standards, and HOA-maintained common areas including pocket parks and walking paths. Property tax rates fall under Hays County and San Marcos CISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $2.10 per $100 of assessed valuation. Streets within the neighborhood follow a curvilinear layout with sidewalks on both sides.
Daily life centers on convenience along the I-35 and Wonder World Drive corridors. H-E-B on Thorpe Lane is approximately 3 miles west, and Walmart Supercenter sits along I-35 about 2 miles north. San Marcos Plaza and the outlet malls offer dining and retail within a short drive. Outdoor recreation is accessible at Rio Vista Park on the San Marcos River, roughly 4 miles west, where residents can tube, kayak, and swim. Purgatory Creek Natural Area provides over 5 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails approximately 4 miles southwest of the neighborhood.
Things to Do in Two Rivers East
- Rio Vista Park: Public park along the San Marcos River with dam cascades, swimming access, and tubing launch points. Open year-round with no entry fee.
- Purgatory Creek Natural Area: Over 600 acres of greenbelt with 5+ miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking through Hill Country terrain southwest of the city.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets: Outdoor shopping center along I-35 with over 140 brand stores including Nike, Coach, and Under Armour. Draws visitors from across central Texas.
- Meadows Center at Spring Lake: Glass-bottom boat tours over the spring-fed headwaters of the San Marcos River at Texas State University. Tours run daily with tickets starting at $12.
- Wonder World Cave and Adventure Park: Commercial cave formed by an earthquake fault line, located on Wonder World Drive. Features guided cave tours, an anti-gravity house, and an observation tower.
Major Employers in Two Rivers East
- Texas State University (Higher Education): Public university employing over 5,000 faculty and staff, located approximately 5 minutes west of Two Rivers East.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets (Retail): Outdoor outlet mall along I-35 with over 140 stores, employing hundreds of retail and operations workers about 2 miles north.
- Central Texas Medical Center (Healthcare): 115-bed hospital on Medical Drive in San Marcos employing approximately 500 healthcare workers, roughly 4 miles west.
- Amazon (Logistics): Fulfillment and distribution facility in San Marcos employing over 1,000 workers along I-35 south of the city.
Two Rivers East Schools
Two Rivers East is served by San Marcos CISD. Students typically attend Travis Elementary for elementary school, Goodnight Middle School for middle school, and San Marcos High School for high school.
School District: San Marcos CISD
Public Schools
- Travis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Two Rivers East area in San Marcos CISD.
- Goodnight Middle School - Middle school serving the Two Rivers East area in San Marcos CISD.
- San Marcos High School - High school serving the Two Rivers East area in San Marcos CISD.
Pre-Schools
- Creative World School - San Marcos - Early education center on Wonder World Drive serving infants through pre-K with STEM-focused curriculum.
- Hays County Child Development Center - Childcare and preschool program serving children ages 6 weeks through 5 years in the San Marcos area.
Private Schools
- San Marcos Academy - Private college-preparatory school offering day and boarding programs for grades 1 through 12 on a 100-acre campus in San Marcos.
- First Baptist Academy - San Marcos - Faith-based private school in San Marcos offering pre-K through 8th grade instruction.
Higher Education
- Texas State University - Public university in San Marcos enrolling over 38,000 students across 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Two Rivers East San Marcos
Homes in Two Rivers East typically range from $250,000 to $380,000. Properties are newer construction from the mid-2010s onward, with three- to four-bedroom floor plans of 1,400 to 2,400 square feet on lots of 5,000 to 7,000 square feet.
What school district is Two Rivers East in
Two Rivers East is served by San Marcos Consolidated ISD. Students are zoned to Bowie Elementary, Miller Middle School, and San Marcos High School. San Marcos High enrolls approximately 2,000 students and offers AP and dual-credit programs.
How far is Two Rivers East from downtown Austin
Two Rivers East in San Marcos is approximately 30 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via I-35 north, depending on traffic conditions.
What is there to do near Two Rivers East San Marcos
Residents are within a short drive of the San Marcos River at Rio Vista Park for tubing and swimming, Purgatory Creek Natural Area for hiking and mountain biking, and the San Marcos Premium Outlets for shopping. The Meadows Center offers glass-bottom boat tours on Spring Lake.
Does Two Rivers East have an HOA
Two Rivers East has a homeowners association that maintains common areas, pocket parks, and walking paths throughout the subdivision. The HOA also enforces architectural guidelines for exterior maintenance and modifications.
What employers are near Two Rivers East
Texas State University is the largest employer in San Marcos with over 5,000 faculty and staff, about 5 minutes west. Amazon operates a fulfillment center along I-35, and Central Texas Medical Center employs approximately 500 healthcare workers.