Homes in Round Rock
Most of Round Rock was built from the 1980s onward, with large subdivisions such as Forest Creek and Teravista and a small historic core around downtown. Homes from the 1980s and 1990s are reaching the age where original kitchens, fiberglass tub surrounds, builder grade flooring and aging decks are due for replacement.
Neighborhoods we serve include Brushy Creek, Forest Creek, Teravista, Old Town Round Rock and the rest of Round Rock.
Round Rock housing at a glance
Housing in Round Rock is a mix of ages: 11% of homes were built before 1980 and 55% since 2000, with a median year built of 2002. The right plan depends on the age of your house.
| Measure | Round Rock | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 2002 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 11% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 55% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 64% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 56% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $418,600 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 51,143 | 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
I-35 roughly divides Round Rock's ground: Blackland Prairie clay to the east, which swells and shrinks with the weather, and limestone toward the west. Foundation movement on the east side shows up as cracked tile and sticking doors, which we check before remodeling.
Permits and local rules
Round Rock issues its own building permits through the city, separate from Austin. Many neighborhoods have HOA architectural review for exterior work such as patio covers, decks, garages and pools.
See our Round Rock permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Round Rock
- Kitchen and primary bath remodels in 1990s homes
- Covered patios and deck replacements
- Pools and outdoor living
- Garage conversions to offices and bedrooms
Services available in Round Rock
- 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
Round Rock by ZIP code
Each part of Round Rock has its own housing and rules. Choose your ZIP code for the neighborhoods, homes and local details there.
- 78664 Old Town and East Round Rock
- 78665 Teravista and northeast Round Rock
- 78681 Round Rock West and Brushy Creek
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Round Rock?
Yes. Round Rock is part of our service area, about 14 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Round Rock?
Yes. Round Rock issues its own building permits through the city, separate from Austin. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Round Rock?
Common projects here include kitchen and primary bath remodels in 1990s homes, covered patios and deck replacements, pools and outdoor living, garage conversions to offices and bedrooms. We also handle every other service on our list.