Homes in Georgetown
Georgetown ranges from Victorian era homes around the historic courthouse square to the large Sun City Texas active adult community and newer subdivisions like Wolf Ranch. Accessible bathroom remodels, aging in place updates and kitchen remodels are common in Sun City; older homes near downtown need careful renovation.
Neighborhoods we serve include Sun City Texas, Old Town, Wolf Ranch, Berry Creek and the rest of Georgetown.
Georgetown housing at a glance
Most homes in Georgetown (69%) were built in 2000 or later, and the median home dates from 2008. Projects here are usually upgrades to builder grade finishes, outdoor living and added space rather than replacing worn out systems.
| Measure | Georgetown | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 2008 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 9% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 69% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 73% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 69% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $429,100 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 37,206 | 1,042,843 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5 year estimates 2020–2024. Figures include apartments and condos and are survey estimates.
The ground and climate
Much of western Georgetown is over the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, with limestone close to the surface. East of I-35 the ground turns to Blackland Prairie clay.
Permits and local rules
The City of Georgetown issues building permits. Exterior changes in the historic downtown overlay go through the Historic and Architectural Review Commission, and Sun City Texas has its own architectural rules.
See our Georgetown permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Georgetown
- Accessible bathrooms and curbless showers
- Kitchen remodels
- Historic home renovations
- Patio covers and sunrooms
Services available in Georgetown
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Whole Home Renovation
- Room Additions & ADUs
- Custom Home Building
- Garage Conversions
- Garage Construction
- Decks & Patio Covers
- Pool Construction & Remodeling
- Investor & Rental Renovations
Georgetown by ZIP code
Each part of Georgetown has its own housing and rules. Choose your ZIP code for the neighborhoods, homes and local details there.
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Georgetown?
Yes. Georgetown is part of our service area, about 23 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Georgetown?
Yes. The City of Georgetown issues building permits. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Georgetown?
Common projects here include accessible bathrooms and curbless showers, kitchen remodels, historic home renovations, patio covers and sunrooms. We also handle every other service on our list.