Oak Forest is a Northwest Austin neighborhood in the 78759 zip code, west of Research Blvd at Oak Knoll, developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s on lots of about 1/4 acre, in Round Rock ISD. Scroll Down to Read Our Oak Forest Neighborhood Guide.
Talk to a Oak Forest Specialist
Tell us what you are looking for and we will reply with homes and answers that fit.
Oak Forest Homes for Sale
SEARCH ALL OAK FOREST HOMES FOR SALENo Email Required! Oak Forest Neighborhood Map
Oak Forest is located in Northwest Austin just west of Research Blvd at Oak Knoll. Oak Forest is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Northwest Austin neighborhoods in our Northwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Oak Forest neighborhood guide.
Oak Forest Zip Code
Oak Forest is located in Northwest Austin’s 78759 zip code.
What Does the Oak Forest Neighborhood Look Like?
Oak Forest has mature trees, wide streets, and well-maintained lots. Developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it is an established neighborhood, and wildlife, like deer, can be seen in the neighborhood.
Parts of Oak Forest are walkable, thanks to select streets with sidewalks.
What Are Homes Like in Oak Forest?
Homes in Oak Forest vary in size and style, and lots average around 1/4 acre.
Most homes have 2 to 6 bedrooms and 2 to 4 bathrooms, with square footage ranging from 1,372 to over 3,600 square feet. The median home size is 1,923 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What’s It Like Living in Oak Forest?
Oak Forest is off Research Boulevard (US 183), with city conveniences nearby.
Nearby recreation includes Oak View Neighborhood Park and Great Hills Park, and work, shopping, and dining destinations are close.
Why Do Home Buyers Choose Oak Forest?
Reasons homebuyers choose Oak Forest include:
- Proximity to Employers: Oak Forest is in the 78759 ZIP code, near several of Austin’s major employers.
- Established Character: Large lots, mature trees, and non-uniform designs.
- Schools: Oak Forest is zoned to the Round Rock Independent School District, with Caraway Elementary and Canyon Vista Middle.
- Convenient Commute: Research Blvd (US 183) provides access to Downtown Austin and the tech corridor.
Oak Forest Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Northwest Austin’s Oak Forest neighborhood is 2.0144% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9214% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8688% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 2.0409% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.2486% as of the 2021 tax year.
No MUD or PID appears on the 2026 tax bills of the Oak Forest homes we checked.
Oak Forest Schools
Homes in Northwest Austin’s Oak Forest neighborhood are zoned to the Round Rock ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Caraway Elementary - 9/10
- Canyon Vista Middle - 10/10
- Westwood High - 9/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of September 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
Oak Forest Photos
Oak Forest Sold Data – What Oak Forest Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest? How many homes are currently for sale in Oak Forest? What’s the median sold price in Oak Forest? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Oak Forest? How’s the Oak Forest market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Oak Forest Sold Data Report.
Get New Oak Forest Listings by Email
Tell us your price range and we will email you new listings in this neighborhood.
Oak Forest Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
| Homes Sold | 28 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 3–4 beds, 2–3 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $699,500 |
| Price Range | $330,000 – $898,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $348 |
| Median Home Size | 1,917 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 10 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending September 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Oak Forest Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Oak Forest 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 | 24 | $818,500 | — | $516,000–$1,260,000 | $397 | 2,106 sq ft | 4bd/2ba | 6 days | 100% |
| 2023 | 30 | $632,500 | ▼ 22.7% | $428,000–$1,050,000 | $337 | 1,918 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 27 days | 98% |
| 2024 | 30 | $642,728 | ▲ 1.6% | $480,000–$830,000 | $332 | 2,024 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 17 days | 98% |
| 2025 | 33 | $660,000 | ▲ 2.7% | $475,000–$895,000 | $316 | 1,990 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 13 days | 98% |
| 2026 YTD | 23 | $699,000 | ▲ 5.9% | $330,000–$898,000 | $349 | 1,822 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 8 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.
Oak Forest Days on Market Trend
How fast are Oak Forest 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 | 24 | 6 days | 15 days |
| 2023 | 30 | 27 days | 49 days |
| 2024 | 30 | 17 days | 39 days |
| 2025 | 33 | 13 days | 40 days |
| 2026 YTD | 23 | 8 days | 17 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Own a Home in Oak Forest? See What It Is Worth
Request a free pricing analysis based on recent Oak Forest sales. We reply within one business day.
Neighborhood Amenities
Oak Forest amenities include:
Parks & Recreation
- Oak View Neighborhood Park has nearly 7 acres of green space with walking trails, a playground, picnic areas, and tennis courts.
Dining Options
Dining options near Research Boulevard include Texas barbecue at Rudy’s Country Store and Italian cuisine at North Italia, along with cafes, sushi spots, Mediterranean restaurants, and steakhouses.
Shopping & Groceries
Grocery options nearby include Whole Foods Market, H-E-B, and local specialty shops.
Fitness Facilities
Fitness options include:
- Nearby gyms include Gold’s Gym and Reframe Fitness.
- Oak View Park has walking trails, and Great Hills Park is just minutes away.
Fun Things to Do Near Oak Forest
Nearby activities include:
- Visiting The Domain, a retail and dining destination a short drive away.
- Exploring hiking trails at Bull Creek Greenbelt.
- Catching an event at Q2 Stadium, home of Austin’s MLS team.
Thanks for reading our Oak Forest neighborhood guide.
Considering Oak Forest? Here’s What to Do Next
To see homes for sale in Oak Forest, contact us.
Looking for a different Oak Forest? There is also an Oak Forest in Buda, TX, a country-feel community in the 78610 zip code with Hays CISD schools, acreage lots, and easy access to I-35 between Austin and San Marcos.
Pros and Cons of Living in Oak Forest
Pros
- Location: Oak Forest is west of Research Blvd at Oak Knoll in the 78759 zip code.
- Lot size: Lots are about 1/4 acre.
- Home sizes: Homes range from 1,372 to over 3,600 square feet, with 2 to 6 bedrooms and 2 to 4 bathrooms.
- Park access: Oak View Neighborhood Park is nearly 7 acres with trails, a playground, a picnic area, and tennis courts.
- Pace of sales: Homes that sold in the past 12 months had a median of 10 days on the market and a 99% sale-to-list ratio.
Cons
- Price point: The median sale price over the past 12 months was $699,500.
- Property tax: The tax rate is 2.0144% as of the 2025 tax year.
- No community pool: Oak Forest does not have a community pool.
- Home age: Oak Forest was developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s, so homes are more than 40 years old.
- The median sale price fell from $818,500 in 2022 to $699,500 in the past 12 months, and median days on market rose from 6 to 10.
Who it fits: Oak Forest fits buyers who want lots of about 1/4 acre near Oak View Neighborhood Park, in the 78759 zip code and Round Rock ISD. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want a community pool or a price point below the $699,500 median may want to look at other Northwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Forest
No. Oak Forest does not have a community pool.
Oak Forest is zoned to Round Rock ISD. Students will likely attend Caraway Elementary (9/10), Canyon Vista Middle (10/10), and Westwood High (9/10).
The property tax rate in Oak Forest is 2.0144% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9214% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8688% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 2.0409% as of the 2022 tax year. Confirm the current rate with the Travis County tax office before making an offer.
The median sale price in Oak Forest over the past 12 months was $699,500 across 28 sales, with prices from $330,000 to $898,000 and a median of $348 per square foot. The 2022 median was $818,500.
Homes in Oak Forest that sold in the past 12 months had a median of 10 days on the market and a 99% sale-to-list ratio. Median days on market was 6 in 2022, 27 in 2023, 17 in 2024, and 13 in 2025.
Oak Forest is in Austin’s 78759 zip code, west of Research Blvd at Oak Knoll.
Oak Forest was developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s on lots of about 1/4 acre. Homes range from 1,372 to over 3,600 square feet, with 2 to 6 bedrooms and 2 to 4 bathrooms. The median size of homes sold in the past 12 months was 1,917 square feet.
Northwest Austin Realtor Specializing in Oak Forest
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Northwest Austin Realtors specializing in Oak Forest homes. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Oak Forest, Rebecca and Raymond know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Oak Forest and Selling a Home in Northwest Austin.
