Market Overview for Liberty Hill
There are 68 active listings in Liberty Hill with a median list price of $349K and a median sold price of $334K.
Homes average 51 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 5 homes have sold, with 80 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $189.
About Liberty Hill
Liberty Hill is a small but rapidly growing city of approximately 5,000 residents in Williamson County, located about 35 miles northwest of downtown Austin along State Highway 29. The town sits on the edge of the Texas Hill Country at elevations around 1,000 feet, with limestone terrain, oak and juniper woodland, and seasonal creeks characterizing the landscape. The South San Gabriel River runs to the south of town, and the surrounding countryside transitions from rugged Hill Country to the west to rolling farmland and ranchland to the east toward Georgetown, which lies about 12 miles away.
Liberty Hill's housing market has transformed over the past decade with the arrival of large master-planned communities, most notably Santa Rita Ranch, a 3,400-acre development along SH-29 with homes ranging from the $300,000s to over $600,000. Other developments including Northgate Ranch, Stagecoach Farms, and Mountain Creek have added significant housing inventory. Older properties in and around the original town center tend to be on larger lots of one acre or more, with prices varying widely. The median home price sits around $400,000. The influx of new residents has put pressure on local infrastructure, with road widening projects along SH-29 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard underway.
Liberty Hill ISD serves the community and has been one of the fastest-growing school districts in Texas, driven by the residential development. The district operates 13 campuses — seven elementary schools, two middle schools and four high-school-level campuses including Liberty Hill High School — enrolling approximately 10,469 students. The district has passed multiple bond elections to fund new campus construction. For higher education, residents typically travel to Georgetown for Southwestern University, to Round Rock for Austin Community College, or to Austin for the University of Texas.
Most Liberty Hill residents commute to jobs in the Austin metro area, with drive times to downtown Austin averaging 40 to 55 minutes via SH-29 to US-183 or via Ronald Reagan Boulevard to I-35. The local economy is small, centered on a handful of restaurants, feed stores, and service businesses along SH-29 and the original main street. A small H-E-B grocery store anchors daily commercial needs. The annual Liberty Hill Festival draws visitors with a parade, live music, and food vendors. Ranching and agriculture remain visible in the surrounding landscape, though residential development continues to convert farmland at a steady pace.
Living in Liberty Hill
Liberty Hill's population has shifted dramatically in recent years as new subdivisions have attracted young families and professionals from the Austin metro area. The median household income is approximately $95,000, reflecting the earning power of dual-income families commuting to Austin-area jobs. The median age is around 33. About 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The longtime ranching community and newer suburban arrivals maintain a sometimes-uneasy coexistence as the town's identity evolves.
Day-to-day life in Liberty Hill blends small-town routines with the amenities of newer planned communities. Santa Rita Ranch includes a resort-style pool complex, sports courts, and a trail network. The city's public parks are more modest, with a few playgrounds and open fields near the town center. Grocery shopping is handled by a small H-E-B on SH-29, though many residents drive to the larger stores in Cedar Park or Georgetown. Dining options are limited to a handful of local restaurants and taco trucks along the highway. The Liberty Hill Public Library serves as a quiet community resource. High school football games on Friday nights remain a significant social gathering point, drawing families from the older town center and the newer neighborhoods alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Liberty Hill from Austin?
Liberty Hill is approximately 35 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The drive takes 45 to 55 minutes via US-183 through Cedar Park and Leander, with traffic adding time during peak commute hours.
What school district is Liberty Hill in?
Liberty Hill is served by Liberty Hill Independent School District, which enrolls approximately 10,469 students across 13 campuses. The district recently opened a second high school to handle enrollment growth.
What is Santa Rita Ranch?
Santa Rita Ranch is a 4,200-acre master-planned community developed by Brookfield Residential. It includes multiple home builders, amenity centers with pools and trails, and is the primary driver of residential growth in the Liberty Hill area.
Are homes affordable in Liberty Hill?
Liberty Hill offers newer construction at lower prices than Cedar Park or Leander, with homes typically ranging from the mid-$300,000s to over $700,000. Santa Rita Ranch accounts for much of the available inventory.
Is Liberty Hill growing?
Liberty Hill is one of the fastest-growing communities in Central Texas. The broader area population has grown from a few thousand in 2010 to an estimated 20,000 or more, driven by large master-planned subdivisions.
What amenities does Liberty Hill have?
Liberty Hill has a new H-E-B grocery store on SH-29, several restaurants along the highway corridor, and community parks. Most daily amenities are within the master-planned communities, which offer pools, trails, and fitness centers.
