Homes in Taylor
Taylor has early 1900s homes around its historic downtown alongside newer subdivisions, and demand has grown with the Samsung semiconductor plant. Renovating older homes and preparing rentals are common projects.
Neighborhoods we serve include Historic Downtown Taylor and the rest of Taylor.
Taylor housing at a glance
More than half of the homes in Taylor (52%) were built before 1980, far older than the Austin metro as a whole, where the median home dates from 2002. Houses this age often still have original electrical panels, older plumbing and single pane windows, so we check those systems before planning finishes.
| Measure | Taylor | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 1979 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 52% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 26% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 85% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 75% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $285,800 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 7,016 | 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
Taylor sits on deep Blackland Prairie clay, so foundation condition is checked before any remodel or addition.
Permits and local rules
The City of Taylor issues building permits.
See our Taylor permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Taylor
- Older home renovations
- Investor and rental renovations
- Kitchen and bath remodels
- Room additions
Services available in Taylor
- 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
ZIP codes
76574
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Taylor?
Yes. Taylor is part of our service area, about 25 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Taylor?
Yes. The City of Taylor issues building permits.. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Taylor?
Common projects here include older home renovations, investor and rental renovations, kitchen and bath remodels, room additions. We also handle every other service on our list.