Del Valle
Austin's east-side growth story: Tesla Giga Texas, Circuit of the Americas and the airport are all minutes away, and homes still start well below most of the metro.
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Where it is & what it feels like
Del Valle is an unincorporated area of southeastern Travis County with no official boundary; most people mean the 78617 ZIP code around SH 71, FM 973 and SH 130, next to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. About 29,000 people lived in the ZIP in 2020, and it's been one of the fastest-changing parts of the metro since Tesla opened Giga Texas nearby.
You'll find older homes on larger lots, newer builder subdivisions, and master-planned communities like Easton Park just to the west. Circuit of the Americas hosts the Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix (under contract through 2034), and the Concourse Project, ranked #31 in DJ Mag's Top 100 Clubs worldwide in 2026, is on Burleson Road near the airport.
What you'll find here
The housing stock
A mix of older single-family homes and manufactured homes on bigger lots, 2000s–2010s builder subdivisions, and brand-new construction in master-planned communities.
New construction usually comes with a MUD (municipal utility district) tax, which can add a lot to the monthly cost even when the price looks low.
Typical home
- Price range
- $280K – $500K
- Size
- ~1,400 – 2,600 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 3–4 bd / 2–3 ba
- Built
- 1970s – today
- HOA / MUD
- Common in newer communities
Kien's tip: Always ask for the total tax rate on the exact parcel. Two similar homes a mile apart can differ by $300 a month once a MUD is included. I'll run the numbers for you.
Market snapshot
2026 ranges compiled from LRG Realty and Bre Meador (public-record tax rates). Estimates, not MLS figures; verify each parcel.
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Schools
Most of 78617 is in Del Valle ISD; nearby communities can be in Austin ISD or Manor ISD. Check the exact address.
| Level | School(s) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| District | Del Valle ISD | About 11,700 students, 15 campuses |
| Nearby option | Austin ISD | Goodnight Ranch and parts of SE Austin |
| Nearby option | Manor ISD | Whisper Valley and areas to the northeast |
Del Valle ISD’s recent state rating has been below the area average, which is the biggest tradeoff for living this close to Tesla. Compare campuses on TXschools.gov and GreatSchools.
What would I pay each month?
Filled in for a newer home with a moderate MUD. Change anything.
Estimate only. Rate default reflects the ~7% national 30-yr average (Freddie Mac, Sept 2026). Tax rate is a mid-range estimate: about 1.6% without a MUD, up to 3–3.5% in some new MUD communities. Homestead exemptions can lower taxes. Excludes PMI.
Races, music & weekends
Big-name spots
Outdoors
Getting around
Getting around
Car-dependent, but close to major highways and the airport.
Approximate drive times: bright bar = off-peak, faded bar = weekday rush hour.
The honest pros & cons
Why buyers love it
- Lower pricesOne of the most affordable areas this close to Austin
- Jobs next doorTesla, the airport and COTA are minutes away
- Growth potentialMajor investment is reshaping the area
- Airport accessAbout 8–14 minutes to AUS (estimate)
What to weigh
- School ratingsDel Valle ISD rates below the area average
- MUD taxesNew communities can reach 3%+ tax rates
- Airport and race noiseCheck flight paths and event traffic
- Still developingFewer shops and restaurants than central Austin
Common questions
How much does a home in Del Valle cost?
Resale homes often run about $280K–$380K, and new construction in communities like Easton Park about $350K–$500K (2026 estimates).
What school district is Del Valle in?
Most of ZIP 78617 is in Del Valle ISD. Nearby communities can be in Austin ISD (like Goodnight Ranch) or Manor ISD (like Whisper Valley), so verify the exact address.
What are property taxes in Del Valle?
Without a MUD, the combined rate is about 1.6%. Many newer communities add a MUD tax, pushing the total to roughly 2.2%–3.5%. Check the exact parcel.
How far is Del Valle from Tesla Giga Texas?
Most of Del Valle is about 3–8 miles from Giga Texas, roughly 10–20 minutes by car.
Is Del Valle a good investment?
It’s one of the area’s biggest growth stories because of Tesla, the airport and COTA. Many analysts are watching it closely, but growth is never guaranteed, and school ratings and MUD taxes are real tradeoffs.
Nearby neighborhoods
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Information is gathered from public sources and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices, HOA dues, tax rates, school assignments and ratings change; verify independently before making decisions. Listing links open a third-party site (Zillow), whose inventory is not controlled by KienWithKeys.
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