Homes in Thrall
Thrall is a small town on US 79 east of Taylor that had an oil boom in 1915. Homes are mostly older houses in town and farmhouses on surrounding land.
Thrall housing at a glance
Housing in Thrall is a mix of ages: 23% of homes were built before 1980 and 46% since 2000, with a median year built of 1990. The right plan depends on the age of your house.
87% of homes in Thrall are owner occupied, well above the metro rate of 58%.
| Measure | Thrall | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 1990 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 23% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 46% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 79% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 87% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $341,300 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 652 | 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
Blackland Prairie clay farmland; foundations on older homes are checked before remodeling.
Permits and local rules
The City of Thrall issues permits inside city limits; Williamson County handles septic and floodplain outside them.
See our Williamson County permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Thrall
- Older home renovations
- Additions
- Garages and shops
Services available in Thrall
- 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
76578
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Thrall?
Yes. Thrall is part of our service area, about 32 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Thrall?
Yes. The City of Thrall issues permits inside city limits; Williamson County handles septic and floodplain outside them.. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Thrall?
Common projects here include older home renovations, additions, garages and shops. We also handle every other service on our list.