Market Overview for Weir
There are 0 active listings in Weir and a median sold price of $583K.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 1 sales in the past 12 months.
About Weir
Weir is a tiny unincorporated community of approximately 600 residents in Williamson County, located along FM 972 about 5 miles north of Georgetown and 35 miles north of Austin. The community was established in the 1880s as a farming settlement and named after early settler William Weir. The terrain is flat to gently rolling Blackland Prairie, with farmland and cattle pastures surrounding the small residential cluster. Weir has a small volunteer fire department and a community center but no commercial district or municipal services.
Real estate in Weir consists of rural homes on larger lots and acreage properties. Homes range from $200K for older houses to $450K for newer or updated properties. Acreage tracts of 5 to 20 acres list from $300K to $700K depending on improvements and location. The area has attracted buyers looking for affordable rural property north of Georgetown. Some development pressure from Georgetown's northward growth has begun to affect land values, though Weir remains distinctly rural. There are no subdivisions or master-planned communities within the community.
Weir is in Georgetown Independent School District, which enrolls approximately 14,000 students and earns consistent TEA A-ratings. Students attend Georgetown ISD campuses about 5-10 minutes south. Georgetown High School competes in UIL 5A athletics. The district has built new elementary and middle school campuses in recent years to serve northern growth areas. Jarrell ISD, to the north, also serves some properties in the general area.
Weir's location on FM 972 connects to I-35 about 5 minutes south at Georgetown. The drive to downtown Austin is approximately 35-40 minutes via I-35. Georgetown, 5 minutes south, provides all major services including H-E-B, Walmart, medical clinics, and the historic downtown square. The community's proximity to Georgetown gives residents access to a full range of amenities while maintaining a quiet rural lifestyle. Southwestern University in Georgetown and the Georgetown Public Library are nearby cultural resources.
Living in Weir
Weir has approximately 600 residents in an unincorporated area of Williamson County north of Georgetown along FM 971 and County Road 138. The community is small and rural, with a population that has grown gradually as Georgetown's suburban expansion pushes northward along the I-35 corridor. Residents include longtime farming families whose land has been in the same hands for generations and newer commuters who work in Georgetown, Round Rock, or Austin. The demographic profile is predominantly white and Hispanic, with moderate household incomes. Properties in Weir tend to sit on larger lots, often an acre or more, with a mix of older farmhouses, manufactured homes, and some newer single-family construction.
Day-to-day life in Weir is quiet and car-dependent, as there are no grocery stores, restaurants, or major services within the community itself. Residents drive to Georgetown (about 10 minutes south) for shopping at H-E-B or Walmart, medical visits, and dining. Children attend Georgetown ISD schools, which are consistently rated among the stronger districts in Williamson County and have seen significant campus expansion in recent years. The surrounding landscape is flat agricultural land with scattered ranch properties, hay fields, and cattle operations. Community life revolves around Georgetown's downtown square, local church congregations, and school activities. I-35 is accessible within a few minutes via FM 971, putting Round Rock 20 minutes south and downtown Austin about 40 minutes away during non-peak hours.
Things to Do in Weir
- Lake Georgetown: 1,310-acre U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir about 10 minutes south with the 26-mile Goodwater Loop Trail, camping, fishing, and boating access.
- Georgetown Square: Historic Victorian-era courthouse square approximately 5 minutes south with over 60 locally owned shops, restaurants, and galleries.
- Berry Springs Park: Williamson County park approximately 10 minutes south with spring-fed swimming, nature trails, and picnic areas along Berry Creek.
- Inner Space Cavern: Limestone cave system on I-35 near Georgetown open for guided tours year-round, with formations over 10,000 years old discovered during highway construction.
Major Employers in Weir
- Georgetown ISD (Education): Public school district in Georgetown employing approximately 2,000 teachers, administrators, and support staff across 20-plus campuses.
- Baylor Scott & White Georgetown (Healthcare): Regional hospital and clinic network in Georgetown approximately 5 minutes south with over 1,000 employees in medical and administrative roles.
- Southwestern University (Education): Private liberal arts university in Georgetown employing approximately 500 faculty and staff, the oldest university in Texas founded in 1840.
- City of Georgetown (Government): Municipal government employing over 800 workers in public safety, utilities, parks, and administrative services for the city of Georgetown.
Weir Schools
Weir is served by Georgetown ISD. Students typically attend Pat Cooper Elementary or James E Mitchell Elementary or Williams Elementary for elementary school, Charles A Forbes Middle School or Wagner Middle School for middle school, and East View High School or Georgetown High School for high school.
School District: Georgetown ISD
Public Schools
- Pat Cooper Elementary - Elementary school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
- James E Mitchell Elementary - Elementary school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
- Williams Elementary - Elementary school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
- Charles A Forbes Middle School - Middle school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
- Wagner Middle School - Middle school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
- East View High School - High school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
- Georgetown High School - High school serving the Weir area in Georgetown ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Georgetown ISD Pre-K - Free public pre-kindergarten at select Georgetown ISD elementary campuses for eligible four-year-olds in the district.
- Primrose School of Georgetown - Private early education center in Georgetown approximately 10 minutes south serving infants through pre-kindergarten.
Private Schools
- Grace Academy Georgetown - Christian school in Georgetown approximately 10 minutes south serving pre-K through 12th grade with small class sizes and college preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Weir TX?
Weir is an unincorporated community on FM 972 in Williamson County, approximately 5 miles north of Georgetown and 35 miles north of downtown Austin. It is a small rural community surrounded by farmland and cattle pastures.
What school district serves Weir?
Weir is in Georgetown ISD, which serves approximately 14,000 students with consistent TEA A-ratings. Students attend Georgetown ISD campuses about 5-10 minutes south, including Georgetown High School.
What do homes cost in Weir?
Homes in Weir range from $200K for older properties to $450K for newer houses. Acreage tracts of 5 to 20 acres list from $300K to $700K, offering affordable rural living north of Georgetown.
How far is Weir from Austin?
Weir is approximately 35 miles and 35-40 minutes north of downtown Austin via I-35. Georgetown, 5 minutes south, provides the nearest H-E-B, medical clinics, restaurants, and retail shopping.
Is Weir growing?
Weir remains a small rural community, but Georgetown's northward expansion has increased development pressure and land values in the area. The community currently has no subdivisions, though some surrounding acreage has been sold for future development.