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Market Overview for Wimberley Independent School District

There are 197 active listings in Wimberley Independent School District with a median list price of $737K and a median sold price of $600K.

Homes average 93 days on market.

Over the past 30 days, 23 homes have sold, with 255 sales in the past 12 months.

The average price per square foot is $406.

About Wimberley Independent School District

Wimberley Independent School District serves approximately 2,700 students (2023-2024) across 4 campuses centered on the city of Wimberley (incorporated May 2000; 2020 Census population 2,839) in the Texas Hill Country approximately 38 miles southwest of Austin. The district covers most of Wimberley and the city of Woodcreek, with a coverage area extending into both Hays County and Comal County. District headquarters are at 951 FM 2325 in Wimberley (78676). WISD earned a "Recognized" TEA accountability rating in 2011 (the most recent year publicly cited on Wikipedia).

WISD operates Blue Hole Primary School (PK-2), Jacob's Well Elementary (3-5), Danforth Junior High (6-8), and Wimberley High School (9-12). Wimberley High School at 100 Carney Lane competes in UIL Class 4A. Mascot Texans; colors red, white, and blue. Principal Ryan Wilkes. Enrollment 859 (2025-2026, NCES). The Texans have built one of the strongest small-school athletics traditions in Central Texas: state titles include football (2005 in 3A Division 1; 2011 in 3A Division 2), volleyball (1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007 in 3A; 2024 in 4A Division 2), team tennis (2021, 2023 in 4A), girls soccer (2026 in 4A Division 2), and One Act Play (1993 in 2A; 2001 in 3A).

The Wimberley area sits in the Texas Hill Country at the confluence of Cypress Creek and the Blanco River. Two of the area's signature water features are inside or adjacent to the city: Jacob's Well — a perennial karst spring that's the primary source of Cypress Creek and one of the deepest underwater caves in Texas — and Blue Hole, a Cypress Creek swimming hole shaded by old-growth cypress trees. The Wimberley Square along RR 12 and Old Kyle Road is the city's commercial heart, hosting restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, and the Wimberley Market Days (the second-largest outdoor market in Texas, held the first Saturday of each month April-December).

Living in Wimberley Independent School District

Wimberley ISD covers most of the city of Wimberley (incorporated May 2000; 2020 Census population 2,839) plus the city of Woodcreek and surrounding Hays / Comal County areas in the Texas Hill Country approximately 38 miles southwest of Austin via SH 71 and RR 12. District administration is at 951 FM 2325 in Wimberley.

Wimberley's residential character is dominated by Hill Country acreage homes, the historic Wimberley Square area, and master-planned communities including Woodcreek (the city of Woodcreek itself), Quicksilver Ranch, and Mountain Crest. Established neighborhoods cluster along Cypress Creek and the Blanco River, with custom homes on larger lots being common. The local architectural vocabulary leans toward limestone exteriors, metal roofs, and Hill Country vernacular.

Day-to-day retail centers on the Wimberley Square along RR 12 and Old Kyle Road, with restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, and the Wimberley Market Days (the second-largest outdoor market in Texas, held the first Saturday of each month April through December). Larger retail is in San Marcos (~15 miles southeast via RR 12) including the San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets. Healthcare access centers on Christus Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos and Ascension Seton Hays in Kyle.

Outdoor recreation defines the area. Jacob's Well — a perennial karst spring that's the primary source of Cypress Creek and one of the deepest underwater caves in Texas — sits inside Hays County's Jacob's Well Natural Area. Blue Hole, a Cypress Creek swimming hole shaded by old-growth cypress trees, is one of the area's most photographed swimming spots. The Blanco River flows through the southern part of the district. Pedernales Falls State Park, McKinney Roughs Nature Park, and Hill Country wineries along Hwy 290 are all within driving distance.

Things to Do in Wimberley Independent School District

• Jacob's Well Natural Area: Jacob's Well — a perennial karst spring that's the primary source of Cypress Creek and one of the deepest underwater caves in Texas — sits inside Hays County's Jacob's Well Natural Area. Reservations required for swimming during peak season.
• Blue Hole Regional Park: Blue Hole is a Cypress Creek swimming hole inside Wimberley's Blue Hole Regional Park, shaded by old-growth cypress trees. One of the most photographed swimming spots in the Hill Country; reservations required during summer.
• Wimberley Square & Market Days: The Wimberley Square along RR 12 and Old Kyle Road hosts restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, and the Wimberley Market Days — the second-largest outdoor market in Texas, held the first Saturday of each month April-December.
• Cypress Creek & Blanco River: Cypress Creek (fed by Jacob's Well) flows through the heart of Wimberley before joining the Blanco River. Both waterways support swimming, fishing, and tubing in spring through fall when flows allow.
• EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens: Outdoor amphitheater and butterfly gardens in Wimberley hosting Shakespeare under the Stars productions and other community events.

Major Employers in Wimberley Independent School District

• Wimberley Independent School District (Education): WISD is one of the largest employers in the Wimberley area, with administration at 951 FM 2325 and 4 campuses serving approximately 2,700 students.
• City of Wimberley (Local Government): Municipal government for the city (incorporated May 2000), serving 2,839 residents at the 2020 Census.
• Hays County government (regional) (Local Government): Hays County operations include road, parks, and county services across the Wimberley area; Hays County operates Jacob's Well Natural Area.
• Wimberley tourism + Market Days vendors (Hospitality / Retail): The Wimberley Square restaurants, galleries, lodging, and the monthly Market Days vendors collectively employ a significant local seasonal workforce.
• Outdoor recreation operators (Recreation): Cypress Creek and Blanco River outfitters, Jacob's Well operators, and Hill Country lodging providers.

Wimberley Independent School District Schools

WISD operates 4 campuses serving approximately 2,700 students (2023-24): Blue Hole Primary School (PK-2), Jacob's Well Elementary (3-5), Danforth Junior High (6-8), and Wimberley High School (9-12).

School District: Wimberley ISD

Public Schools

• Blue Hole Primary - WISD primary (PK-2) feeding Jacob's Well Elementary, then Danforth JH and Wimberley HS.
• Jacob's Well Elementary - WISD elementary (3-5) feeding Danforth JH and Wimberley HS.
• Danforth Junior High - WISD junior high (6-8) feeding Wimberley HS.
• Wimberley High School - WISD's comprehensive HS at 100 Carney Lane. UIL Class 4A. Mascot: Texans. Principal Ryan Wilkes. Multiple state titles in football, volleyball, and team tennis.

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