Georgetown
Georgetown pairs a courthouse square often called the most beautiful town square in Texas with lakes, a university and a quieter pace. It grew about 58% from 2020 to 2025, and it still feels like a real town.
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Where it is & what it feels like
Georgetown is the Williamson County seat, about 28 miles north of downtown Austin on I-35. The Victorian courthouse square is the heart of town, with restaurants, wine bars and shops, and the Red Poppy Festival every April. Southwestern University, the oldest university in Texas, is a few blocks away.
The city runs from Old Town's historic homes to big master-planned communities like Wolf Ranch and Berry Creek, plus Sun City, one of the largest 55+ communities in the country with about 9,700 homes.
What you'll find here
The housing stock
Old Town has 1900s Victorians and mid-century cottages near the square. Wolf Ranch (new, trail-connected, near Wolf Ranch shopping) runs about $362K–$1.25M.
Berry Creek has golf and larger lots and no MUD. Georgetown Village has walkable streets and a strong school path. Sun City offers single-story 55+ homes with golf, pools and clubs.
Typical home
- Price range
- ~$300K–$1.2M+
- Typical size
- 1,800–2,800 sq ft
- Lot
- 6,000–10,000 sq ft; bigger in Berry Creek
- Year built
- 1890s (Old Town) to 2025
- HOA
- $0 in Old Town; ~$50–$150/mo in newer communities
Kien's tip: Georgetown owns its electric utility, so compare bills when you tour. Also check the tax line: Berry Creek has no MUD, while some newer areas add a MUD or PID that pushes rates above 2%.
Market snapshot
Estimates from public market reports (Redfin, Zillow), mid-2026. The market changes monthly; ask me for this week's numbers.
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Schools
Most of Georgetown is in Georgetown ISD, rated B (80), with about 14,000 students. Parts of Teravista and the south side are in Round Rock ISD, so confirm the district for each address.
| Level | School(s) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Many GISD campuses | Depends on neighborhood |
| Middle | Several GISD middle schools | Depends on neighborhood |
| High | Georgetown HS or East View HS | Georgetown HS rated B; East View C |
Ratings: Texas Education Agency accountability. Confirm boundaries on the Georgetown ISD site before you buy.
What would I pay each month?
Base tax is about 1.8%. Newer areas with a MUD or PID run above 2%.
Estimate only. Rate default reflects the ~7% national 30-yr average (Freddie Mac, Sept 2026). Tax default ~1.9%; MUD/PID areas run above 2%. Homestead exemptions can lower taxes. Excludes PMI.
What locals love around Georgetown
The Square
Outdoors
Everyday
Getting around
Georgetown is a long drive to downtown Austin at rush hour (about an hour), but the Domain, Round Rock and Samsung Taylor are much closer.
Approximate drive times: bright bar = off-peak, faded bar = weekday rush hour.
The honest pros & cons
Why buyers love it
- A real historic downtownThe square is lively seven days a week
- Parks and waterBlue Hole, Lake Georgetown and river trails
- Range of optionsHistoric homes, master plans and 55+
- Closer to north-side jobsDomain, Round Rock and Samsung Taylor
What to weigh
- Downtown Austin commuteAbout an hour at rush hour
- Mixed high-school ratingsResearch the feeder path carefully
- MUD/PID taxesAbove 2% in some newer areas
- GrowthRoads and services catching up
Common questions
Is Georgetown, TX a good place to live?
For buyers who want a real historic town, parks and lakes, and are willing to drive to Austin, yes. It is a common choice for north-side commutes.
How much are homes in Georgetown, TX?
The median sale price is about $430K in 2026, roughly flat from last year. Wolf Ranch ranges from about $362K to $1.25M.
What school district is Georgetown in?
Mostly Georgetown ISD, rated B (80). Some addresses, including parts of Teravista, are in Round Rock ISD.
What is Sun City Georgetown?
A 55+ active-adult community of about 9,700 homes with golf courses, pools and clubs.
How far is Georgetown from downtown Austin?
About 28 miles: roughly 35 minutes off-peak and about an hour at rush hour.
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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