Round Rock, Texas 
 
Round Rock is a vibrant city located in north Austin where the opportunities are endless. This suburban community has been recognized by national publications for its quality of life, proving Round Rock is a wonderful place to call home. In 2008, Round Rock ranked #7 on Money Magazine’s annual list of “America’s Best Places to Live.” It is no surprise why more than 92,000 people have found their way to this thriving city.

Round Rock is a family-oriented suburb with a great local economy, top-notch schools and a low crime rate. These qualities make the city a popular choice for families looking to escape the bustle of Austin without compromising the convenience of living near a large urban area. Kiplinger's Personal Finance ranked the Austin-Round Rock metro area as the #6 “Best Places to Live, Work and Play,” and Round Rock ranked among the top 20 safest cities in the country in 2008, according to statistics released by the CQ Press. The city is also known as one of the best communities for young people and for relocating families.

The Round Rock Independent School District serves the children of Round Rock and parts of Williamson County, Travis County and Austin. More than 41,000 students receive a quality education from dedicated teachers who encourage their pupils to reach their full potential. This commitment to education has led more than 85% of the district’s graduating seniors to score well above the state and national averages on standardized college entrance exams. Round Rock also has many options when it comes to higher education. Texas Tech University, Austin Community College, St. Mary's University and the University of Texas at Austin are only a few of the colleges and universities located in or around the city.

In addition to diverse economic and educational opportunities, Round Rock residents also enjoy unlimited recreational facilities and community programs. The city has more than 30 developed parks that include such features as playground equipment, ball fields, walking paths, hiking trails, swimming pools and two recreation centers. The Clay Madsen Recreation Center has more than 50,000 square feet of space with basketball courts, weight room, aerobics classes, indoor swimming pool and more. The Allen R Baca Center for Senior and Community Activities hosts a variety of art and wellness programs for adults ages 50 and up.

Round Rock real estate includes a vast selection of property types that appeal to any number of tastes and lifestyles. Single family homes, condos and townhomes as well as luxury homes are all available in Round Rock, in a variety of architectural styles and floor plans to fit the needs of every family and individual. If you are interested in buying or selling Round Rock real estate, contact Cristina Murphey today.