Starling is a planned community by Risewell Homes on the Round Rock and Georgetown border, near Rockride Lane and County Road 110. News coverage describes about 900 single-family homes on roughly 230 acres, and Risewell lists the community as coming soon.
No Starling homes have sold or been listed yet. This guide covers what has been announced so far, including the plan, schools, taxes and drive times, and we will update it as prices and floor plans are released.
Starling Homes for Sale
Starling Map
What Does the Neighborhood Look Like?
Starling covers roughly 230 acres near Rockride Lane and County Road 110. The City of Round Rock approved annexing the site as an in-city municipal utility district (Round Rock MUD No. 3) in June 2025, and the property was zoned for single-family homes.
Risewell plans four homesite widths of 45, 50, 60 and 70 feet. Construction was expected to start around September or October 2026, with the first completed homes available in 2027 and full build-out taking close to a decade, according to news coverage.
Starling Homes
Here is what Risewell Homes has announced for Starling:
- Planned homes: about 900 single-family homes
- Home size: 1,700 to 3,600 square feet
- Bedrooms and baths: 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 4 baths
- Garages: 2 or 3 car
- Homesite widths: 45, 50, 60 and 70 feet
- Prices: not announced
- Opening: Risewell lists February 2027
Starling Builders
Risewell Homes is the builder shown for Starling. We did not find other builders announced yet.
What's It Like Living in Starling?
Starling sits between Round Rock and Georgetown, with major highways, shopping and dining nearby, according to the builder. Dell Diamond is about 10 minutes away, and East View High School is about 9 minutes away.
Nearby projects include Patterson Ranch and Hillwood’s Melina, and Round Rock has funded an expansion of County Road 112 east to County Road 110, according to local news.
Starling Amenities
Risewell Homes describes a planned amenity center for Starling:
- Planned amenity center with spaces to relax, play and connect
Amenity details have not been finalized. Confirm what is included, and when it opens, with Risewell Homes or the HOA before you make an offer.
Where Is the Starling Community Pool?
Risewell Homes describes a planned amenity center but does not say whether it will include a pool. Ask the builder.
Why Do Home Buyers Choose Starling?
- New community by Risewell Homes with four homesite widths
- Homes of about 1,700 to 3,600 square feet with 3 to 5 bedrooms
- Planned amenity center
- In-city MUD, annexed by Round Rock in 2025
- About 10 minutes to Dell Diamond
How's the Commute to and From Starling?
These drive times are from Co Rd 110 and Rockride Ln and come from Google Maps. The community entrance is not confirmed, so treat them as estimates:
- Texas Capitol in downtown Austin: about 33 minutes (27.4 miles) via I-35 S
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport: about 34 minutes (33.3 miles) via I-35 S
- East View High School (4490 E University Ave): about 9 minutes (4.2 miles)
- Dell Diamond (3400 E Palm Valley Blvd): about 10 minutes (6.9 miles)
Starling Property Tax Rate
Starling has no homes on the market yet, so no tax rate has been published. Starling is inside the Round Rock city limits and in Round Rock MUD No. 3, so expect a MUD tax in addition to city, county and school taxes. Ask Risewell Homes for the estimated total rate before you make an offer.
Starling HOA Dues
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Starling Schools
Homes in Starling are zoned to Georgetown ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Wolf Ranch Elementary - 7/10
- Tippit Middle - 6/10
- East View High - 5/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of October 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
School assignments can change. Always verify current attendance boundaries directly with Georgetown ISD before making a home purchase decision.
News coverage of Starling places it in Georgetown ISD and names Wolf Ranch Elementary, James Tippit Middle School and East View High School. The builder has not published school assignments, and other sources list different campuses, so confirm zoning with the district before you make an offer.
Starling Sold Data - What Starling Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Starling 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 Starling? How many homes are currently for sale in Starling? What's the median sold price in Starling? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Starling? How's the Starling market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Starling Sold Data Report.
Starling has no closed sales yet, so there are no sold statistics to show.
Where Are the Best Coffee Shops to Work Near Starling?
These coffee shops are in and around Round Rock:
- Cafe Java, 2051 Gattis School Rd Ste 120
- Summer Moon Coffee, 3800 E Palm Valley Blvd Ste 100
- Dutch Bros Coffee, 2630 S A.W. Grimes Blvd
Favorite Bars and Restaurants Near Starling
Restaurants in Round Rock:
- Torresbee Brazilian Cafe & Restaurant, 1901 Town Centre Dr Ste 150
- Wiseguys A Chicago Eatery, 3200 Greenlawn Blvd Ste 120
Where Do I Work Out and Stay Active Near Starling?
Places to work out near Starling:
- Anytime Fitness, 2650 Gattis School Rd
- Clay Madsen Recreation Center, 1600 Gattis School Rd
Fun Things to Do Near Starling
Parks and things to do in Round Rock:
- Old Settlers Park, 3300 Palm Valley Blvd
- Dell Diamond, 3400 E Palm Valley Blvd
- Round Rock Premium Outlets, 4401 N I-35
Pros and Cons of Living in Starling
Pros
- New community by Risewell Homes
- Four homesite widths, 45 to 70 feet
- Planned amenity center
- Close to Dell Diamond and the I-35 corridor
- Early chance to learn about a new community before sales begin
Cons
- No homes for sale yet, and prices are not announced
- First homes expected in 2027, with build-out taking years
- MUD tax will apply
- School assignments are not confirmed
- About 33 minutes to the Texas Capitol
Frequently Asked Questions About Starling
Starling is on the Round Rock and Georgetown border, near Rockride Lane and County Road 110. The City of Round Rock approved annexing the site as an in-city MUD in June 2025.
Risewell Homes.
News coverage describes about 900 single-family homes on roughly 230 acres.
Risewell lists the community as coming soon, with opening in February 2027, and news coverage expects the first completed homes in 2027.
Risewell lists homes of about 1,700 to 3,600 square feet with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 4 baths and 2- or 3-car garages.
Prices have not been announced.
News coverage places Starling in Georgetown ISD. Confirm campus assignments with the district.
Risewell describes a planned amenity center but does not say whether it will include a pool.
Yes. It is in Round Rock MUD No. 3, an in-city MUD approved in June 2025.
About 33 minutes (27.4 miles) to the Texas Capitol by Google Maps, from Co Rd 110 and Rockride Ln.
Thinking About Starling?
Starling is a new community on the Round Rock and Georgetown border with a planned amenity center and four homesite widths. If you want to be ready when prices and floor plans are released, Rebecca Jacks and the Eleven Oaks team can help you compare it with other Round Rock new construction.
Reach out any time to talk through Starling and nearby options.
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