Market Overview for Zip Code 78725
There are 47 active listings in Zip Code 78725 with a median list price of $290K and a median sold price of $285K.
Homes average 55 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 10 homes have sold, with 123 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $213.
About Zip Code 78725
Zip code 78725 covers the Hornsby Bend area and portions of southeast Austin and unincorporated Travis County, located approximately 12 miles southeast of downtown Austin. The zip code extends east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport along the Colorado River corridor, encompassing rural land, the Tesla Gigafactory Texas complex, and scattered residential development along FM 973 and SH-130. The area takes its name from Hornsby Bend, a large meander of the Colorado River where Reuben Hornsby established one of the first Anglo settlements in the Austin area in 1832. The terrain is flat Blackland Prairie with rich alluvial soils along the river bottom.
Residential real estate in 78725 is predominantly rural, with single-family homes on acreage tracts ranging from 2 to 50 or more acres. Prices range from $250K for older homes on smaller lots to $800K for updated properties on 10-plus acres with outbuildings and livestock facilities. Manufactured homes on private land are common, starting around $150K. New residential subdivision development has been limited due to floodplain restrictions along the Colorado River and the presence of the city's biosolids processing facility (Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant). Land values have increased since Tesla's 2020 announcement of its Gigafactory, and speculative land purchases for potential future development have driven vacant acreage prices up significantly.
Students in 78725 attend Del Valle ISD, which serves approximately 12,000 students across 16 campuses. Elementary schools in the area include Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary and Popham Elementary. Del Valle Middle School covers 6th through 8th grade, and Del Valle High School serves 9th through 12th. The district offers dual-language programs, career and technical education pathways, and an early college high school program partnered with Austin Community College. Del Valle ISD's tax base has benefited significantly from the Tesla Gigafactory and other commercial development along SH-130.
The 78725 zip code is traversed by SH-130 and FM 973, providing access to Austin-Bergstrom Airport (10 minutes west), downtown Austin (20 minutes via SH-71), and Round Rock (30 minutes north via SH-130). The Tesla Gigafactory Texas, a 10-million-square-foot manufacturing complex producing the Model Y and Cybertruck, is the dominant economic presence in the zip code, employing over 10,000 workers. Circuit of the Americas, a 3.41-mile Formula 1 racetrack, is approximately 5 minutes south. The Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory at the city's biosolids facility is one of the most productive birding sites in Central Texas, with over 360 documented species using the settling ponds and riparian habitat along the Colorado River.
Living in Zip Code 78725
The 78725 population consists primarily of longtime rural residents, agricultural landowners, and a growing number of workers employed at the Tesla Gigafactory and adjacent logistics facilities. Median household income is approximately $50,000, though this figure is expected to shift as new commercial development attracts higher-wage employment. The area has a diverse demographic profile with significant Hispanic and African American communities. Homeownership rates are relatively high among longtime residents on private acreage, while newer arrivals tend toward renting in apartment complexes along SH-130 or purchasing manufactured homes on small lots. The Hornsby-Dunlap community has a rural character distinct from urban Austin, with many properties supporting small-scale agriculture including cattle, horses, and row crops.
Daily life in 78725 revolves around rural homestead activities and commuting to work at the Tesla plant, the airport, or Austin proper. There is no grocery store, pharmacy, or major retail within the zip code; residents drive to the H-E-B on William Cannon (15 minutes west) or the Southpark Meadows shopping center for routine shopping. The Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory, managed by the Travis Audubon Society, draws birders from across the state to its settling ponds and river trail where over 360 species have been documented. The Colorado River provides informal access for fishing and kayaking along the Hornsby Bend meander. Richard Moya Park on FM 973 has playgrounds and sports fields. Circuit of the Americas, 5 minutes south, hosts the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, MotoGP, and over 100 concert and event dates annually.
Things to Do in Zip Code 78725
- Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory: One of Central Texas's top birding sites with over 360 documented species. Settling ponds and river trail managed by Travis Audubon Society.
- Circuit of the Americas: 3.41-mile Formula 1 circuit 5 minutes south hosting the US Grand Prix, MotoGP, concerts, and over 100 events annually.
- Colorado River Fishing and Kayaking: The Hornsby Bend meander of the Colorado River offers bank fishing for bass and catfish, plus informal kayak access.
- Richard Moya Park: Travis County park on FM 973 with playgrounds, sports fields, and a community center for events.
- Tesla Gigafactory Tours: Tesla has hosted periodic public events at the Gigafactory including Cyber Rodeo. Check Tesla's website for current tour availability.
Major Employers in Zip Code 78725
- Tesla Gigafactory Texas (Manufacturing): 10-million-square-foot vehicle assembly plant producing Model Y and Cybertruck, employing over 10,000 workers.
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (Transportation): Austin's commercial airport 10 minutes west, employing over 5,000 across airlines, concessions, and operations.
- Circuit of the Americas (Entertainment): Formula 1 racetrack and event venue approximately 5 minutes south, with seasonal staffing of up to 2,000.
- Del Valle ISD (Education): School district employing approximately 1,800 staff across 16 campuses, funded in part by Tesla property taxes.
Zip Code 78725 Schools
Del Valle ISD serves 78725 with approximately 12,000 students and benefits from Tesla Gigafactory tax revenue.
School District: Del Valle ISD
Public Schools
- Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary - Pre-K through 5th grade campus on FM 973 serving the Hornsby Bend community.
- Popham Elementary - Pre-K through 5th grade Del Valle ISD campus.
- Del Valle Middle School - 6th through 8th grade campus on Elroy Road.
- Del Valle High School - 9th through 12th grade with career tech and early college programs through Austin Community College.
Pre-Schools
- Del Valle ISD Pre-K - Free public pre-K at multiple elementary campuses for qualifying families.
- Del Valle Head Start - Federally funded early childhood program serving income-eligible families.
Private Schools
- Promiseland Christian Academy - Small private school in the Del Valle area serving elementary grades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is zip code 78725?
78725 covers the Hornsby Bend area in southeast Austin/Travis County, approximately 12 miles southeast of downtown. It includes the Tesla Gigafactory and land east of the airport.
What do homes cost in 78725?
Homes in 78725 range from $150K for manufactured homes to $800K for updated properties on 10+ acres. The area is mostly rural with limited new subdivision development.
What school district serves 78725?
Del Valle ISD serves 78725 with approximately 12,000 students. The district benefits from Tesla Gigafactory property tax revenue and offers career tech and early college programs.
Is the Tesla factory in 78725?
The Tesla Gigafactory Texas is located in 78725 on the east side of SH-130. The 10-million-square-foot facility produces the Model Y and Cybertruck with over 10,000 employees.
How far is 78725 from downtown Austin?
78725 is approximately 12 miles and 20 minutes from downtown Austin via SH-71. Austin-Bergstrom Airport is 10 minutes west, and Circuit of the Americas is 5 minutes south.
