Southern Oaks is a small neighborhood of homes built in the late 1950s and early 1960s just south of Ben White off Manchaca. Many of the homes are smaller than 1,700sqft and have been remodeled with laminate flooring, stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Unlike most homes in newer communities, Southern Oaks homes sit on 1/4 acre lots, leaving room for a pool or luxurious outdoor living space. If you’re looking for a South Austin address and want a bit more land than you’ve seen, check out Southern Oaks. Scroll Down to Read our Southern Oaks Neighborhood Guide.
Southern Oaks Homes for Sale
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Southern Oaks is located north of Stassney and west of Manchaca. To get to Southern Woods, take Ben White to Manchaca and head south. Make a right on Southern Oaks Dr. Southern Oaks 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 Southern Oaks neighborhood guide.
Southern Oaks Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin’s Southern Oaks 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.
Southern Oaks Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin’s Southern Oaks neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Cunningham Elementary - 7/10
- Covington Middle - 6/10
- Crockett High - 4/10
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.
Nearby private schools: Private schools in this part of Austin, including Austin Montessori School and Strickland Christian School, are about a 5-minute drive from Southern Oaks. See more neighborhoods near these schools in our Austin private schools guide.
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Southern Oaks Sold Data – What Southern Oaks Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Southern Oaks 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 Southern Oaks? How many homes are currently for sale in Southern Oaks? What’s the median sold price in Southern Oaks? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Southern Oaks? How’s the Southern Oaks market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Southern Oaks Sold Data Report.
Southern Oaks Market Stats — 12 Months (9/1/2025 – 8/31/2026)
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 3–4 beds, 2–4 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $753,000 |
| Price Range | $377,500 – $980,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $415 |
| Median Home Size | 1,814 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 35 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending August 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Southern Oaks Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Southern Oaks have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
Years with 5 or fewer sales may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | $850,000 | — | $595,000–$1,105,303 | $477 | 1,766 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 5 days | 103% |
| 2023 | 6 | $665,500 | ▼ 21.7% | $469,400–$1,040,000 | $425 | 1,579 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 18 days | 98% |
| 2024 | 7 | $775,000 | ▲ 16.5% | $432,000–$965,000 | $427 | 1,814 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 39 days | 98% |
| 2025 | 4 | $550,000 | ▼ 29.0% | $377,500–$895,000 | $316 | 1,736 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 16 days | 98% |
| 2026 YTD | 8 | $776,000 | ▲ 41.1% | $380,000–$980,000 | $416 | 1,866 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 35 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.
Southern Oaks Days on Market Trend
How fast are Southern Oaks 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 | 5 days | 5 days |
| 2023 | 6 | 18 days | 24 days |
| 2024 | 7 | 39 days | 53 days |
| 2025 | 4 | 16 days | 61 days |
| 2026 YTD | 8 | 35 days | 44 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Southwest Austin Realtors Specializing in Southern Oaks Homes
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Southern Oaks homes. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Southern Oaks, 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 Southern Oaks and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
