Park Forest is a South Austin neighborhood in the 78745 zip code, within walking distance to Central Market and only 5 minutes to South Congress. It is off Manchaca Road and accessed from Forest Hill Drive, Forestglade Drive, and Lansing Drive. Scroll Down to Read Our Park Forest Neighborhood Guide.
Park Forest Homes for Sale
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Park Forest is located off Manchaca Rd and can be accessed from Forest Hill Drive, Forestglade Drive and Lansing Drive. Park Forest is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Southwest Austin neighborhoods in our Southwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Park Forest neighborhood guide.
Park Forest Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin's Park 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.
Park Forest Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin's Park Forest neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Joslin Elementary - 7/10
- Covington Middle - 6/10
- Crockett High - 4/10
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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Park Forest Sold Data - What Park Forest Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Park 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 Park Forest? How many homes are currently for sale in Park Forest? What’s the median sold price in Park Forest? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Park Forest? How’s the Park Forest market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Park Forest Sold Data Report.
Park Forest Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
| Homes Sold | 23 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 2–6 beds, 1–5 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $735,000 |
| Price Range | $340,600 – $1,695,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $419 |
| Median Home Size | 2,302 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 62 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending September 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Park Forest Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Park 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 | 12 | $615,000 | — | $425,000–$1,610,000 | $533 | 1,166 sq ft | 3bd/1ba | 6 days | 108% |
| 2023 | 15 | $750,000 | ▲ 22.0% | $335,000–$1,728,000 | $478 | 1,242 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 38 days | 96% |
| 2024 | 26 | $748,000 | ▼ 0.3% | $371,000–$1,549,000 | $456 | 1,751 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 69 days | 96% |
| 2025 | 29 | $510,000 | ▼ 31.8% | $366,000–$1,650,000 | $444 | 1,228 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 36 days | 97% |
| 2026 YTD | 16 | $712,500 | ▲ 39.7% | $340,600–$1,695,000 | $363 | 2,264 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 69 days | 98% |
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.
Park Forest Days on Market Trend
How fast are Park 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 | 12 | 6 days | 15 days |
| 2023 | 15 | 38 days | 65 days |
| 2024 | 26 | 69 days | 73 days |
| 2025 | 29 | 36 days | 65 days |
| 2026 YTD | 16 | 69 days | 87 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 Park Forest
Pros
- Park Forest is in the 78745 zip code off Manchaca Road, with access from Forest Hill Drive, Forestglade Drive, and Lansing Drive.
- Central Market is within walking distance, and South Congress is about 5 minutes away.
- Resale activity is steady: 23 homes sold in the past 12 months, with a 98% sale-to-list ratio.
- Homes sold in the past 12 months had 2 to 6 bedrooms and 1 to 5 bathrooms, with a median size of 2,302 square feet.
- Sale prices in the past 12 months ranged from $340,600 to $1,695,000, with a median of $735,000.
- Zoned to Austin ISD schools: Joslin Elementary (7/10), Covington Middle (6/10), and Crockett High (4/10).
Cons
- The 2025 property tax rate was 2.0465%, up from 1.9818% in 2024.
- Park Forest does not have a community pool.
- Median days on market was 62 over the past 12 months.
- The median sale price varies widely by year, from $510,000 in 2025 to $712,500 in 2026 so far, because homes sold span a wide range of sizes and prices.
Who it fits: Park Forest fits buyers who want a 78745 home off Manchaca Road with a wide range of sizes and prices, an active resale market, and Austin ISD zoning. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want a community pool or an HOA-managed neighborhood may want to look at other Southwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Park Forest
No. Park Forest does not have a community pool.
Park Forest is zoned to Austin ISD. Students will likely attend Joslin Elementary (7/10), Covington Middle (6/10), and Crockett High (4/10).
The property tax rate in Park 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. Confirm the current rate with the Travis County tax office before making an offer.
The median sale price in Park Forest over the past 12 months was $735,000 across 23 sales, with prices from $340,600 to $1,695,000 and a median of $419 per square foot.
Homes in Park Forest that sold in the past 12 months had a median of 62 days on the market and a 98% sale-to-list ratio. Median days on market was 6 in 2022, 38 in 2023, 69 in 2024, and 36 in 2025.
Homes sold in Park Forest in the past 12 months had 2 to 6 bedrooms and 1 to 5 bathrooms, with a median size of 2,302 square feet.
Park Forest is off Manchaca Road in the 78745 zip code. It can be reached from Forest Hill Drive, Forestglade Drive, and Lansing Drive.
Southwest Austin Realtor Specializing in Park Forest
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Park Forest homes. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Park 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 Park Forest and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
