Emerald Forest is a small neighborhood just north of Stassney and west of S 1st Street of 1970s homes on approximately 1/5 acre lots. Many of the homes have been updated. Emerald Forest is also known for its mature trees. Scroll Down to Read our Emerald Forest Neighborhood Guide.
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Emerald Forest is located off S 1st Street just north of Stassney Lane. The neighborhood can be accessed from Emerald Woods Drive and is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Southwest Austin neighborhoods in our Southwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scoll down to continue reading our Emerald Forest neighborhood guide.
Emerald Forest Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin's Emerald Forest neighborhood is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.1767% as of the 2021 tax year.
Emerald Forest Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin's Emerald Forest Neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- St Elmo Elementary - 4/10
- Mendez Middle - 5/10
- Travis Early College High - 1/10
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.
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Emerald Forest Sold Data - What Emerald Forest Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Emerald 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 Emerald Forest? How many homes are currently for sale in Emerald Forest? What’s the median sold price in Emerald Forest? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Emerald Forest? How’s the Emerald Forest market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Emerald Forest Sold Data Report.
Emerald Forest Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
| Homes Sold | 13 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 3–4 beds, 1–4 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $395,000 |
| Price Range | $215,000 – $1,455,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $301 |
| Median Home Size | 1,289 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 28 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending September 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Emerald Forest Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Emerald 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 | 6 | $693,000 | — | $525,000–$1,650,000 | $580 | 1,169 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 21 days | 106% |
| 2023 | 12 | $447,500 | ▼ 35.4% | $345,000–$1,215,000 | $377 | 1,234 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 24 days | 96% |
| 2024 | 18 | $470,000 | ▲ 5.0% | $392,000–$1,363,000 | $407 | 1,067 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 32 days | 96% |
| 2025 | 12 | $413,500 | ▼ 12.0% | $215,000–$729,000 | $332 | 1,339 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 60 days | 96% |
| 2026 YTD | 12 | $395,000 | ▼ 4.5% | $272,000–$1,455,000 | $316 | 1,221 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 15 days | 100% |
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.
Emerald Forest Days on Market Trend
How fast are Emerald 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 | 6 | 21 days | 31 days |
| 2023 | 12 | 24 days | 34 days |
| 2024 | 18 | 32 days | 59 days |
| 2025 | 12 | 60 days | 84 days |
| 2026 YTD | 12 | 15 days | 34 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Pros and Cons of Living in Emerald Forest
Pros
- Emerald Forest is a small neighborhood of 1970s homes on approximately 1/5 acre lots, and many of the homes have been updated.
- The neighborhood is known for its mature trees.
- Emerald Forest is off S 1st Street just north of Stassney Lane and can be accessed from Emerald Woods Drive.
- The median sale price over the past 12 months was $395,000 across 13 sales, with a median of 28 days on market and a sale-to-list ratio of 99%.
- Zoned to Austin ISD schools: St Elmo Elementary (4/10), Mendez Middle (5/10), and Travis Early College High (1/10).
Cons
- Emerald Forest does not have a community pool.
- Prices over the past 12 months ranged from $215,000 to $1,455,000, so the median covers a wide mix of homes. The median home size was 1,289 sq ft.
- The median sale price was $693,000 in 2022 and $395,000 so far in 2026.
- The property tax rate is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% in 2024.
Who it fits: Emerald Forest fits buyers who want a 1970s home on an approximately 1/5 acre lot with mature trees, just off S 1st Street north of Stassney Lane, with Austin ISD zoning. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want a community pool, newer construction, or larger floor plans may want to look at other Southwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emerald Forest
No. Emerald Forest does not have a community pool.
Emerald Forest is zoned to Austin ISD. Students will likely attend St Elmo Elementary (4/10), Mendez Middle (5/10), and Travis Early College High (1/10).
The property tax rate in Emerald Forest is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The rate was 2.1767% as of the 2021 tax year.
Emerald Forest is a small neighborhood of 1970s homes on approximately 1/5 acre lots, and many of the homes have been updated. Homes sold over the past 12 months had 3 to 4 bedrooms and 1 to 4 bathrooms, with a median size of 1,289 sq ft.
Emerald Forest is located off S 1st Street just north of Stassney Lane. The neighborhood can be accessed from Emerald Woods Drive.
The median sale price in Emerald Forest over the past 12 months (10/1/2025 to 9/30/2026) was $395,000 across 13 sales, with prices from $215,000 to $1,455,000 and a sale-to-list ratio of 99%. Yearly medians were $693,000 in 2022 (6 sales), $447,500 in 2023 (12 sales), $470,000 in 2024 (18 sales), $413,500 in 2025 (12 sales), and $395,000 so far in 2026 (12 sales).
Homes sold in Emerald Forest over the past 12 months had a median of 28 days on market. Yearly medians were 21 days in 2022, 24 days in 2023, 32 days in 2024, 60 days in 2025, and 15 days so far in 2026.
Southwest Austin Realtors Specializing in Emerald Forest Homes
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Emerald Forest homes. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Emerald 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 Emerald Forest and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
