It goes without saying that Pflugerville is a growing, energetic community. Once small and off the beaten path, the town experienced several growth spurts over the past three decades from a population of 664 in 1980 to 40.030 as of Jan 1, 2008.
For people relocating to Pflugerville, the population growth has brought plenty of newer home communities to choose from. At my last recent count, there were 16 new homes subdivisions being developed here and now. The truth is, Pflugerville is full of wonderful neighborhoods - both new and old. One of my favorite established communities is a development composed of three adjoining neighborhoods built out during the 1980's thru mid 1990's - Saxony, Katymead and Willow Creek - consisting of about 971 homes in all.
These three neighborhoods have managed to preserve the charming rural feel despite the immense growth around them. A drive through the tree-lined streets reveals that residents in Saxony, Katymead and Willow Creek are committed to maintaining the beautiful lush look of their neighborhoods. Homes here are not cookie cutter built - Every home seems to have it's own style and design. - something you won't always experience in a newer home community.
Like most communities that grow outward from the hub of town, so has Pflugerville. Because Saxony, Katymead & Willow Creek were developed early on in population growth, these neighborhoods are located near historical downtown offering plenty of in-town fun and conveniences . Plus, it's just a stone's throw drive to major shopping sources including our newest 1,000,000 sqft retail development, Town Hill Center. Commuting from these neighborhoods in any direction is quick and easy with IH35, SH45, SH130 just a few minutes away.
Children in these neighborhoods attend highly acclaimed Pflugerville schools - walking distance to Brookhollow Elementary and Parkcrest Middle with Pflugerville High School only a mile away. What is especially appealing to residents who live here are the hike and bike trails in and along these neighborhoods. These trails feed into the city maintained extensive park system offering a variety of outdoor activities including public pools, playgrounds and picnic areas highlighted by Gilliand Creek. Home-owners here also have access to the community pool located in the Saxony section of the neighborhood for an annual fee..
Friendly people makes Saxony, Katymead and Willow Creek a great place to live. Many of the current residents settled here when the development was first established and as new people move here, they just fall into place. If you want to give of yourself in the mix and mingle, you'll become surrounded by welcoming neighbors.
My experience selling in these neighborhoods is that there's not much for sale at any given time. Most of what does come on the market tends to sell reasonably quick. Below is some data I've compiled for each neighborhood to give you an overview of average home prices. I've also included a map that will give you a better perception of where Katymead, Saxony, and Willow Creek located and what's around it.
You will note that the map also shows two other neighborhoods close by, Meadow Park and Parkcrest. Both are established neighborhoods with some nice features and benefits If you would like more information on these or any other Pflugerville neighborhoods or if you are looking to sell/purchase a home, I'd be happy to assist you.
Karen Staha, CRS,GRI,ABR, REALTOR - Gaston & Sheehan Realty
(512 217-2435 email: kmstaha@aol.com web: www.karenstaha.com
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