Market Overview for Zip Code 78681
There are 185 active listings in Zip Code 78681 with a median list price of $499K and a median sold price of $477K.
Homes average 41 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 34 homes have sold, with 532 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $223.
About Zip Code 78681
Zip code 78681 covers the western and northwestern portions of Round Rock in Williamson County, extending from downtown Round Rock westward to Brushy Creek and the Cedar Park border. This area includes some of Round Rock's most established neighborhoods, such as Brushy Creek, Sendero Springs, Cat Hollow, Behrens Ranch, and portions of the historic downtown district along Mays Street and Main Street. The zip code developed across multiple decades, with downtown properties dating to the 1880s, mid-century homes along Mays Street, and master-planned communities from the 1990s through the 2010s in the western sections near Brushy Creek.
Real estate in 78681 ranges from older bungalows and ranch-style homes near downtown Round Rock to newer construction in communities like Behrens Ranch and Sendero Springs. The Brushy Creek area features homes from the 1980s and 1990s on larger lots. Properties in the historic district near Chisholm Trail Road offer character homes on quarter-acre or larger lots. Multi-family options include apartments along I-35 and Sam Bass Road.
Students in 78681 attend Round Rock ISD, which holds a TEA "B" accountability rating (89 of 100, 2025-26) and serves approximately 45,971 students (2025-26). Elementary schools in this zone include Brushy Creek Elementary, Fern Bluff Elementary, and Cactus Ranch Elementary. Round Rock High School, the district's original high school founded in 1917, serves this zip code alongside McNeil High School for western sections. Both high schools compete in UIL 6A and offer AP and dual-credit programs. Round Rock ISD's Success High School, an alternative campus, is also located within 78681. The district operates a fine arts program and the Round Rock ISD Opportunity Center for career and technical training.
The 78681 zip code is traversed by I-35 on its eastern edge and Sam Bass Road and Brushy Creek Road through its center. Downtown Austin is 20 to 30 minutes south via I-35. Dell Technologies' world headquarters sits at the southeast corner of the zip code on Dell Way, and the Apple campus on Parmer Lane is approximately 10 minutes south. Round Rock's historic downtown district, anchored by the Williamson County Courthouse and Main Street, includes locally owned restaurants, the Round Rock Public Library, and the Prete Main Street Plaza event space. Baylor Scott & White Round Rock hospital and St. David's Round Rock Medical Center are both within or adjacent to this zip code.
Living in Zip Code 78681
Median household income in 78681 is approximately $137,800 (ACS 2024 5-year). The zip code's neighborhoods are largely built out, with Brushy Creek established in the 1980s and Cat Hollow in the 1990s, giving the area an older housing stock than the newer eastern Round Rock zip codes. Downtown Round Rock has undergone a revitalization with new restaurants, a brewery district along East Main Street, and annual events drawing visitors from across the metro.
Brushy Creek Regional Trail, a 6.7-mile paved multi-use path, runs through the western portion of 78681 and connects to regional parks and neighborhoods for cycling, jogging, and dog walking. Memorial Park and Centennial Plaza in downtown Round Rock host the weekly Round Rock Farmers Market on Saturdays and seasonal events such as the Chalk Walk Arts Festival. Dining options on Main Street include Tony's Italian Restaurant, Jack Allen's Kitchen, and Salt Traders Coastal Cooking. The Round Rock Public Library moved in January 2023 into a 66,000-square-foot building at 200 E. Liberty Avenue in the downtown district. Grocery options include H-E-B on Sam Bass Road and another location on University Boulevard, plus Sprouts Farmers Market on I-35. Cat Hollow Park provides a neighborhood pool, disc golf, and trail access in the Brushy Creek area.
Things to Do in Zip Code 78681
- Brushy Creek Regional Trail: 6.7-mile paved multi-use trail along Brushy Creek for cycling, jogging, and walking. Connects neighborhoods and parks in western Round Rock.
- Round Rock Downtown & Main Street: Historic district with locally owned restaurants, brewery taprooms, the Prete Plaza event space, and Saturday farmers' market.
- Cat Hollow Park: Neighborhood park with a disc golf course, swimming pool, playground, basketball courts, and 1.5-mile walking trail.
- Chalk Walk Arts Festival: Annual spring event in downtown Round Rock where over 100 artists create chalk murals on sidewalks and streets.
- Round Rock Express Baseball: Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers playing at Dell Diamond, an 8,631-seat stadium at the east edge of the zip code.
Major Employers in Zip Code 78681
- Dell Technologies (Technology): Global headquarters on Dell Way at the southeast corner of 78681, employing approximately 13,000 at the Round Rock headquarters.
- Round Rock ISD (Education): Approximately 6,200 employees district-wide, with multiple campuses and administrative offices in 78681.
- St. David's Round Rock Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on Sam Bass Road with over 1,000 employees, including a Level II trauma center.
- City of Round Rock (Government): Municipal government with offices on Mays Street employing approximately 1,400 full-time staff across all departments.
Zip Code 78681 Schools
Round Rock ISD serves 78681, including Round Rock High School, the district's oldest campus.
School District: Round Rock ISD
Public Schools
Round Rock Independent School District
Georgetown Independent School District
Leander Independent School District
Pre-Schools
- Round Rock ISD Pre-K - Free public pre-K at multiple campuses for qualifying students.
- Children's Courtyard Round Rock - Licensed daycare and preschool on Sam Bass Road serving infants through pre-K.
Private Schools
- Round Rock Christian Academy - Pre-K through 12th grade private school on Sam Bass Road with about 500 students.
- Redeemer Lutheran School - Pre-K through 8th grade on Gattis School Road, affiliated with Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is zip code 78681?
78681 covers western and northwestern Round Rock in Williamson County, from the historic downtown district westward to Brushy Creek and the Cedar Park border.
What do homes cost in 78681?
Current listings, median price, and the full price range for 78681 are shown on the Market Overview tab, which updates from live MLS data. The zip code's housing stock runs from downtown-area bungalows and 1980s-90s Brushy Creek homes to newer construction in Behrens Ranch and Sendero Springs.
What school district serves 78681?
Round Rock ISD serves 78681 with elementary schools like Brushy Creek and Cactus Ranch, and high schools including Round Rock High and McNeil High. The district holds a TEA "B" accountability rating (89 of 100) for 2025-26.
Is downtown Round Rock walkable?
Downtown Round Rock along Main Street has a concentrated restaurant and entertainment district that is walkable within a few blocks. It includes breweries, restaurants, and event spaces around Prete Plaza.
How far is 78681 from Dell headquarters?
Dell Technologies' world headquarters on Dell Way is located at the southeast corner of 78681. Most homes in the zip code are within a 5 to 15 minute drive of the campus.
