The Leander ISD is one of the biggest school districts in the Austin area, serving parts of Northwest Austin, Cedar Park, Leander and parts of Georgetown. As with all large districts, some of the schools are rated very well and others are rated poorly. Plus, the north end of Leander is served by the Liberty Hill ISD, which is a smaller, highly rated district, and is another great option for buyers looking for a smaller district. If you’re looking to live in Leander and are trying to juggle affordability with top rated schools, you’ve come to the right place. Here we’ve put together a list of the top 10 most affordable Leander neighborhoods with the best schools. We’ll show you where they are, how much you can expect to spend and what size lot and home you can expect for your money. Then we’ll include a map and show you what’s currently for sale. Not quite sure which Leander neighborhood is right for you? Scroll down and check out our Leander Neighborhood Finder where you can get a personalized recommendation from an expert.
Mapped: Top 10 Most Affordable Leander Neighborhoods with the Best Schools
Where are the top 10 most affordable Leander neighborhoods with the best schools located? We’ve mapped all 10 below. We’ve also included maps of each individual neighborhood in their section.
#1: Mason Creek
- School District: Leander ISD
- Schools: Whitestone Elementary (6/10), Leander Middle (5/10), Glenn High (4/10)
- Average Price: $360,073
- Median Price: $340,000
- Price Range: Mid $200k’s – Mid $500k’s
- Year Built: Mid 1980s – Early 2000s
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/2
- Average SqFt: 1,403
- Median SqFt: 1,322
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.182
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.178
Built over four decades from the 1980s to 2010s, Mason Creek is one of Leander’s more diverse neighborhoods. Homes range in size from about 800 – 3,000 square feet, with the majority of them being on the smaller side around 1,300 square feet. Though the majority of lots are just under 1/5 of an acre, you can find some lots over an acre, making it appealing for someone looking for affordability and space. Mason Creek HOA members also have access to access to a community pool, playground and jogging trail, which is unusual for homes built during this time period. If you’re looking for everything – amenities and affordability – Mason Creek is a great place to start your search.
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#2: North Creek
- School District: Leander ISD
- Schools: Bagdad Elementary (4/10), Danielson Middle (6/10), Glenn High (4/10)
- Average Price: $387,126
- Median Price: $390,000
- Price Range: Low $300k’s – Mid $400k’s
- Year Built: Mid 1980s – Early 2000s
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/2
- Average SqFt: 1,575
- Median SqFt: 1,482
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.176
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.166
One of Leander’s best kept secrets, North Creek is one of the most affordable Leander neighborhoods with highly rated schools. Homes were built in two groups. One in the mid 1980s and the second in the mid 1990s to early 2000s, so you will see some differences in finish out and floor plans. Outside you can expect a more traditional stone or brick with siding architectural style and the majority of homes are one story. Though homes are on the smaller side, you will see two car garages, which is a welcome sight for the buyer looking for affordability and only finding one car garages in Leander. And, it’s convenient location on the northwest corner of Bagdad Road and Hero Way, residents can be on their commutes quickly.
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#3: Connellys Crossing
- School District: Leander ISD
- Schools: Whitestone Elementary (6/10), Leander Middle (5/10), Leander High (6/10)
- Average Price: $449,600
- Median Price: $433,000
- Price Range: Low $400k’s – Low $500k’s
- Year Built: 2015-2018
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/3
- Average SqFt: 2,036
- Median SqFt: 2,006
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.137
Built exclusively by DR Horton from 2015-2018, Connellys Crossing is the most affordable Leander neighborhood with newer homes. The community has two style homes. One with the traditional front entry garage and the second with rear entry garages with alley access. Trees have not had a chance to mature and grow, so you will see more homes than landscaping. But, as time goes by, trees will mature and provide more privacy and shade. For now, wood fences are what is providing privacy between neighbors. If you’re looking for good schools in an affordable neighborhood and want the newest house you can get, Connellys Crossing is a great place to start your search.
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#4: Westwood
- School District: Leander ISD
- Schools: Bagdad Elementary (4/10), Leander Middle (5/10), Glenn High (4/10)
- Average Price: $434,185
- Median Price: $436,000
- Price Range: Mid $300k’s – Mid $500k’s
- Year Built: 2000-2010
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/3
- Average SqFt: 2,237
- Median SqFt: 2,319
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.174
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.167
Built exclusively by KB Homes in the 2000s, you’ll see a lot of the flat front one and two story brick homes KB is known for. As construction went on, KB Homes did make some changes to their exteriors and homes built closer to 2010 did include more architectural details. If you’re looking for affordability, stick with the older homes and use paint and other inexpensive upgrades to make it your own. Westwood is one of Leander’s earliest planned communities and residents do enjoy access to a community pool with lounge seating, pavilion, park and kids’ playground.
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#5: Block House Creek
- School District: Leander ISD
- Schools: Block House Elementary (5/10), Wiley Middle (5/10), Rouse High (5/10)
- Average Price: $447,226
- Median Price: $440,000
- Price Range: Low $400k’s – Mid $700k’s
- Year Built: Mid 1980s – Late 2000s
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/2
- Average SqFt: 1,784
- Median SqFt: 1,689
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.175
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.161
Block House Creek has long been one of Leander’s go to communities for buyers looking for affordability and good schools. Because it is one of the larger subdivisions, you’re more likely to find a few choices for sale rather than having to wait a month to find one option. As such, Block House Creek is definitely a neighborhood to add to your list. Built over the course of four decades, you will see differences in architectural styles, finishes and floor plans. If you find a certain period you like best, stick with that section of the neighborhood. You will also see many of the homes with upgrades done after they were built, so you are likely to find more modern finishes inside. Block House Creek residents also belong to an HOA and have access to park with playground, community pool, tennis courts and a hike and bike trail.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Block House Creek Neighborhood Guide.
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#6: Wildleaf
- School District: Liberty Hill ISD
- Schools: Santa Rita Elementary (Not Yet Rated), Santa Rita Middle (Not Yet Rated), Liberty Hill High (5/10)
- Average Price: $451,143
- Median Price: $445,000
- Price Range: Mid $300k’s – Mid $500k’s
- Year Built: 2019-2021
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/2
- Average SqFt: 1,773
- Median SqFt: 1,705
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.128
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.124
One of the newest most affordable Leander neighborhoods with the best schools, Wildleaf is the most affordable neighborhood in the Liberty Hill ISD. For those looking for a smaller district, Liberty Hill ISD provides that. And, it serves the northern end of Leander where you’ll find the brand new H-E-B Plus! that has brought more shopping and dining options. Wildleaf homes were built by DR Horton, but they aren’t your typical traditional style, architecturally boring house. You’ll see bright colors, slanted metal roofs and a more modern finish out inside. Residents also enjoy access to a community pool and kids’ playground, making it ideal for someone who wants the amenities of a large neighborhood, but doesn’t want to live in one. If you’re looking for something that has more of an Austin feel, but want to live in Leander, Wildleaf is a great place to start your search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Wildleaf Neighborhood Guide.
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#7: Valley Vista
- School District: Liberty Hill ISD
- Schools: Rancho Sienna Elementary (7/10), Santa Rita Middle (Not Yet Rated), Liberty Hill High (5/10)
- Average Price: $464,628
- Median Price: $449,250
- Price Range: Mid $200k’s – Mid $700k’s
- Year Built: 2018-2022
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/3
- Average SqFt: 1,832
- Median SqFt: 1,761
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.152
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.165
Another neighborhood located in the Liberty Hill ISD, Valley Vista is the ideal choice for the buyer who wants to be surrounded by nature. Situated along the banks of the San Gabriel River in northern Leander, Valley Vista developers incorporated open space and greenbelt space through the community to keep residents connected with nature. You’ll enjoy hiking trails and parks in the public trail system built along the San Gabriel River that’s right next to the community. There are several builders that built in Valley Vista, so you’ll find a range of style and finishes, though all are finishes today’s buyers are looking for – open floor plans, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring and spacious kitchens. The neighborhood was built out in just 3 years, which shows how popular it was and still is today on the resale market.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Valley Vista Neighborhood Guide.
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#8: Mockingbird Park
- School District: Leander ISD
- Schools: Bagdad Elementary (4/10), Danielson Middle (6/10), Glenn High (4/10)
- Average Price: $495,208
- Median Price: $479,879
- Price Range: High $300k’s – High $600k’s
- Year Built: 2020-Today (2023)
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/3
- Average SqFt: 2,212
- Median SqFt: 2,182
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.127
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Mockingbird Park is a unique community built by Ashton Woods Homes, who built both farmhouse style single family homes and cottages with rear entry garages. Ashton Woods is known for its more modern leaning finish out, so you can expect gray and white tones, more angled cabinets and stone counters. There are also more windows than most new homes, so you’ll get a lot of natural light inside. Amenities include open green spaces and hiking trails, ideal for someone who likes to get outside but doesn’t want to have to drive to do so.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Mockingbird Park Neighborhood Guide.
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#9: Larkspur
- School District: Liberty Hill ISD & Leander ISD
- Schools: Louine Noble Elementary (Not Yet Rated), Santa Rita Middle (Not Yet Rated), Liberty Hill High (5/10) OR Plain Elementary (6/10), Wiley Middle (5/10), Glenn High (4/10)
- Average Price: $509,505
- Median Price: $500,000
- Price Range: Mid $300k’s – Mid $800k’s
- Year Built: 2017-Today (2023)
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/3
- Average SqFt: 2,077
- Median SqFt: 2,023
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.147
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Another fast developing neighborhood, Larkspur came online in 2017 and building is still continuing today. Half of the neighborhood is zoned for the Liberty Hill ISD and the other half is zoned for the Leander ISD, so residents can have their pick of either district. Larkspur is in an area that’s zoned for the USDA housing loan, which qualifies eligible buyers to pay $0 down payment. If you’re looking for affordability with minimal entrance costs, Larkspur may just be the place to start your search. There is a great blend between the rural feel (surrounded by lots of mature trees & farms) and the convenience of community amenities (community center & pool).
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Larkspur Neighborhood Guide.
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#10: Bar W Ranch
- School District: Liberty Hill ISD
- Schools: Louine Noble Elementary (Not Yet Rated), Santa Rita Middle (Not Yet Rated), Liberty Hill High (5/10)
- Average Price: $544,024
- Median Price: $527,107
- Price Range: Low $400k’s – $1MM
- Year Built: 2020-Today (2023)
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/3
- Average SqFt: 2,276
- Median SqFt: 2,345
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Median Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Bar W Ranch is one of the newest and largest Leander communities located in the Liberty Hill ISD. Built on 500 acres of ranch land, Bar W Ranch will have 1,500 homes at build out. Surrounding the South San Gabriel River, the neighborhood has more than a mile of river frontage with beautiful views, neighborhood parks and a system of hiking trails, making it ideal for someone who loves to be outside, but doesn’t want to go too far from home to enjoy it. Outside you can expect more of a traditional architectural style with composition shingle roofs and stone/brick facades. Inside you’ll see a more modern lean with gray shaker cabinets, stone counters and grey and white color pallets.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Bar W Ranch Neighborhood Guide.
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How Did We Determine the Quality of Schools?
To consistently compare schools, we used school ratings from GreatSchools.org. To be included in the neighborhood list, schools had to be rated at least 6/10.
How Did We Determine Average and Median Price and Size?
We used sold data from ACTRIS for the past year (2/1/2022-1/31/2023). Numbers after the schools are GreatSchools ratings as of June 2024.
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