Garlic Creek is a beautiful community of 850 reasonably mid-priced homes off Hwy. 967 about 2 miles west of Downtown Buda. Garlic Creek offers great amenities and easy access to Austin, San Marcos, and Kyle work centers and entertainment. One of Garlic Creek’s most attractive features is its broad offering of community amenities for residents to enjoy: 75-foot community pool, exercise room, kids playgrounds located throughout the neighborhood, splash pad, basketball courts and community meeting rooms. Built from 2007 to 2016 by Centex, Mercedes Homes, Ryland Homes and Meritage Homes, you’ll find a range of home sizes from 1,500-3,500 sqft and range of home finishes. Garlic Creek is perfect for someone looking for newer construction but doesn’t want to sacrifice neighborhood amenities and a convenient location. County records and the homeowners association use the name Garlic Creek West for the community. Scroll Down to Read our Garlic Creek Neighborhood Guide.
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SEARCH ALL GARLIC CREEK HOMES FOR SALENo Email Required! Where Is the Garlic Creek Community Pool?
Garlic Creek has a 75-foot community pool in Buda, Texas. The pool is at Garlic Creek Park, 1195 Heep Run, Buda, TX 78610.
Garlic Creek Neighborhood Map
Garlic Creek is located just south of 967 and can be accessed from Garlic Creek Drive. It is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Buda neighborhoods in our Buda Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Garlic Creek neighborhood guide.
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Garlic Creek Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Buda's Garlic Creek neighborhood is 2.1845% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 2.1132% as of the 2024 tax year. It was 2.0485% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 2.2508% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.3685% as of the 2021 tax year.
Garlic Creek HOA Dues
| Garlic Creek West Homeowners Association, Inc. | $125 / quarterly |
Dues shown as reported and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. HOA fees, special assessments, and terms can change at any time. Buyers should confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Where Is the Garlic Creek Community Pool?
- Address: 1195 Heep Run, Buda, TX 78610
- Access: Residents only, with a pool key requested through the homeowners association.
- Also at the pool: A pavilion next to the pool that can be reserved through the association.
Garlic Creek Deed Restrictions
Garlic Creek, recorded as Garlic Creek West, is governed by the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Garlic Creek West Homeowners Association, Inc. (Hays County Document 70000647, recorded in 2007), as amended through 2009 and supplemented as new sections were added. The association’s architectural committee approves plans for homes and exterior changes.
- Use: Single-family residential only. A home business is allowed if it cannot be seen, heard or smelled from outside and brings no unreasonable visitors. One garage sale of up to 2 days is allowed per 6 months.
- Home size: Minimum of 1,500 or 1,800 square feet (excluding porches and garages), depending on the lot.
- Height and exterior: Two stories maximum. At least 75% of the first floor’s front and side walls must be masonry or masonry veneer. No metal roofs on the main house, and roofs must be 30-year or better dimensional shingles.
- Garages: At least a 2-car garage on most lots, and no carports.
- Plan approval: Written committee approval is required for fences, pools, sheds, play equipment, landscaping and other improvements. The committee has 30 days to review, and silence counts as a denial.
- Fences: 6-foot wood privacy fences in natural wood color, with clear or original stain only. Fences cannot sit closer to the street than the front corner of the home.
- Sheds and outbuildings: Need approval, must sit in the fenced back yard, and must be under 10 feet tall and under 225 square feet.
- Pets and livestock: Dogs, cats and other household pets in reasonable numbers. No livestock or poultry.
- Parking and storage: Vehicles visible from the street must be passenger cars, vans or pickups in daily use. Campers, boats, trailers, motor homes and golf carts must be garaged or fully screened.
- Landscaping: Yards must be sodded within 6 months of the first sale, and decorative rock is limited to 10% of the front and side yards.
- Utilities: Underground. No private wells or septic systems.
- Other rules: Solar panels need approval, satellite dishes must be 1 meter or less and out of street view, and outdoor clotheslines are not allowed. Signs are limited to 2 by 3 feet, and holiday lights can go up no earlier than 6 weeks before the holiday.
The covenants run 30 years from January 2007, then renew automatically in 10-year periods unless 75% of owners vote to end them. The developer and the association may amend them under limited conditions.
Summary only, not legal advice. Restrictions can be amended, and some lots or sections may have their own filings. Confirm with your title company before making an offer.
Garlic Creek Schools
Homes in Buda's Garlic Creek neighborhood are zoned to the Hays ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Elm Grove Elementary - 9/10
- Dahlstrom Middle - 8/10
- Johnson High - 6/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of November 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
Pros and Cons of Living in Garlic Creek
Pros
- Architectural review and recorded minimum home sizes keep exteriors consistent.
- At least 75% masonry on the first floor’s front and side walls.
- Recorded rules call for at least a 2-car garage and do not allow carports.
- Community pool and pavilion run by the homeowners association.
Cons
- Written committee approval is needed for fences, sheds, pools and exterior changes.
- Fences must be wood privacy fences in natural color, and roofs must be dimensional shingles.
- RVs, boats and trailers must be garaged or fully screened.
- No livestock or poultry.
Shopping Near Garlic Creek
Residents of Garlic Creek enjoy exploring Buda’s historic downtown featuring charming antique shops and boutiques. Even more shopping and entertainment can be found in and around Buda. Residents frequent HEB Plus and Wal-Mart for everyday conveniences, and enjoy making a short drive to the San Marcos Outlet Malls to find deals on clothing, housewares, and more.
Garlic Creek Sold Data - What Garlic Creek Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Garlic Creek and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Garlic Creek? How many homes are currently for sale in Garlic Creek? What’s the median sold price in Garlic Creek? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Garlic Creek? How’s the Garlic Creek market trending? All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Garlic Creek Sold Data Report.
Garlic Creek Market Stats — 12 Months (11/1/2025–10/31/2026)
| Homes Sold | 33 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 3–5 beds, 2–5 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $400,000 |
| Price Range | $300,000–$575,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $171 |
| Median Home Size | 2,442 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 34 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending November 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Garlic Creek Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Garlic Creek have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 41 | $512,500 | N/A | $405,000–$680,000 | $225 | 2,423 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 12 days | 100% |
| 2023 | 35 | $435,000 | ▼ 15.1% | $359,900–$615,000 | $198 | 2,370 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 46 days | 99% |
| 2024 | 23 | $415,000 | ▼ 4.6% | $350,000–$654,999 | $214 | 1,923 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 35 days | 97% |
| 2025 | 21 | $430,000 | ▲ 3.6% | $310,000–$549,900 | $184 | 2,422 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 47 days | 99% |
| 2026 YTD | 26 | $399,950 | ▼ 7.0% | $300,000–$575,000 | $172 | 2,432 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 34 days | 99% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Year-over-year change is calculated against the most recent prior year with recorded sales. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Garlic Creek Days on Market Trend
How fast are Garlic Creek homes selling? Here’s a five-year look at how long homes sat on the market before going under contract, from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Avg Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 41 | 12 days | 28 days |
| 2023 | 35 | 46 days | 61 days |
| 2024 | 23 | 35 days | 50 days |
| 2025 | 21 | 47 days | 52 days |
| 2026 YTD | 26 | 34 days | 43 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 YTD figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Garlic Creek FAQ
Yes. Garlic Creek has a 75-foot community pool.
Garlic Creek is governed by a recorded declaration for Garlic Creek West Homeowners Association (Hays County Document 70000647) with amendments through 2009. It requires single-family residential use, committee approval for exterior improvements, at least 75% masonry on the first floor front and side walls, a 2-car garage on most lots, and wood privacy fences. Confirm the details for a specific lot with your title company before making an offer.
The recorded minimum is 1,500 or 1,800 square feet, excluding porches and garages, depending on the lot. Confirm the requirement for a specific lot with your title company.
No. The recorded declaration does not allow livestock or poultry. Dogs, cats and other household pets in reasonable numbers are allowed.
The declaration and amendments we reviewed do not include a limit on renting a home. Confirm with the association and your title company before buying for rental use.
Each needs written approval from the architectural committee, which has 30 days to review. Fences must be 6-foot wood privacy fences in natural wood color, and sheds must sit in the fenced back yard, under 10 feet tall and under 225 square feet.
