Austin metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Leander, TX
$495,000Median listing price
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About Leander
A historic railroad town turned boom suburb about 30 miles north of downtown Austin, named for railroad official Leander "Catfish" Brown. Leander keeps a charming Old Town district of shops, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants alongside explosive new-subdivision growth — it has ranked among Texas' fastest-growing cities.
Home prices in Leander
The median listing price in Leander is $495,000.
Top places in Leander
- Old Town Leander — historic district with breweries, wineries, shops, and seasonal festivals (Old Town Street Festival, Christmas Festival, weekend farmers' market).
- Lakewood Park — skate park, kayak launch and rentals, fishing, playground, and trail system (CultureMap).
- Robin Bledsoe Park — 16-acre park with pool, splash pad, sports courts, and walking trail.
- Lake Travis Zipline Adventures — the longest zipline in Texas, with Lake Travis views (texashappens.com).
- Crystal Falls Golf Club and Benbrook Ranch Park/disc golf.
- Trail of Trains — scavenger hunt across 13 painted cabooses around town.
Commuting from Leander
- Approximate typical drive to downtown Austin: about 35–45 minutes via US-183 in normal traffic.
- CapMetro's MetroRail Red Line terminates in Leander, offering a rail option toward downtown (check current schedules).
Leander FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Leander, TX?
The median listing price in Leander is $495,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Leander, TX?
Approximate typical drive to downtown Austin: about 35–45 minutes via US-183 in normal traffic.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.