By Clay Byrne, Founder of Byrne Real Estate Group | Austin Real Estate Agents | Lifetime Austin Realtor
When families tell me Austin prices push them north, the next question is almost always Round Rock or Georgetown. I’m Clay Byrne, Founder and Real Estate Agent at Byrne Real Estate Group, a 29-year Austin real estate agent, and my team helps buyers and sellers across Williamson County every week. Here’s how I’d compare them.
The Short Answer
Round Rock is closer to Austin with more jobs and shopping nearby, mostly in Round Rock ISD. Georgetown is farther north, with the historic Square, more new construction and Georgetown ISD for most addresses. Prices, taxes and schools vary by subdivision, so I compare the exact homes, not just the cities. In September 2026, ZIP 78664 (Round Rock) had a $350,000 median on 36 sales and ZIP 78628 (Georgetown) a $540,000 median on 97 sales (Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026).
Key Facts at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source & date |
|---|---|---|
| Round Rock ISD rating | B (89), up from 87; capped because one campus earned a D | Round Rock ISD, TEA 2026 A-F ratings, released Aug 14, 2026, preliminary pending appeals |
| Georgetown ISD rating | B (80), up from C (76) | Community Impact, TEA 2026 A-F ratings, released Aug 14, 2026, preliminary pending appeals |
| Round Rock city rate (2026, per $100) | $0.423000 (2025: $0.372) | Community Impact, 2026 adopted rate |
| Georgetown city rate (2026, per $100) | $0.363167 | City of Georgetown, 2026 |
| Round Rock ISD rate (per $100), pending Nov 3 election | $0.9484 adopted | Williamson County, RRISD Order of Election, 2026 |
| Georgetown ISD rate (per $100), pending Nov 3 election | $1.1106 if it passes; $1.0506 if it fails | Georgetown ISD, 2026 |
For how these taxes stack up, see Austin property taxes: Austin ISD vs Lake Travis ISD vs Williamson County [link works once #4 is live].
What Do Homes Cost in Round Rock vs Georgetown?
Geography note: ZIP-level, not city-level. Round Rock stats below are ZIP 78664 and Georgetown stats are ZIP 78628; both cities also span other ZIPs.
ZIP 78664 (Round Rock), Single-Family, Sept 2026
| Metric | Value | Source & date |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $350,000 (flat YoY) | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| Months of supply (as of Oct 30, 2026) | 5.45 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| Closed sales | 36 (down 14.3% YoY) | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| Median days on market | 41 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| List to close | 91.56% | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| New under contract | 35 (up 25% YoY) | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| New listings | 40 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| $/sq ft | $196 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
ZIP 78628 (Georgetown), Single-Family, Sept 2026
| Metric | Value | Source & date |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $540,000 (up 7.4% YoY) | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| Months of supply (as of Oct 30, 2026) | 5.77 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| Closed sales | 97 (down 23% YoY) | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| Median days on market | 68 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| List to close | 91.26% | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| New under contract | 82 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| New listings | 120 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
| $/sq ft | $214 | Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026 |
Here is how I read it. Both ZIPs have more than 5 months of supply as of Oct 30, 2026, which leans toward buyers. Round Rock (78664) sold faster, with a 41-day median, and new contracts rose 25%. Georgetown (78628) took a 68-day median and homes closed at 91.26% of list, so buyers there have room to negotiate.
How Do Round Rock and Georgetown Compare Day to Day?
- Round Rock: shorter drive to north Austin job centers, Dell Diamond, the outlets and the I-35 and SH-45 corridors.
- Georgetown: the historic courthouse Square, Blue Hole and the San Gabriel River trails, Southwestern University, and a large 55+ community at Sun City.
More: working with an agent in Round Rock, Georgetown and Liberty Hill.
The rock that gave Round Rock its name, sitting in Brushy Creek. Photo: Darrylpearson, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Round-rock-tx2017-31(the_round-rock).jpg)
Main Street Plaza in downtown Round Rock. Photo: Another Believer, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Round_Rock,_Texas,_2021_-_40.jpg)
The Georgetown Square at sunset… the small-town center buyers ask me about most. Photo: LaCour, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Georgetown_Texas,_on_the_Square.jpg)
Historic buildings on the square around the Williamson County Courthouse. Photo: Carol M. Highsmith, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Buildings_on_the_square_surrounding_the_Williamson_County_Courthouse_in_Georgetown,_Texas_LCCN2014633714.tif)
Who Is This Not a Fit For?
- Round Rock: buyers who want a small-town square or lots of new builds
- Georgetown: buyers with a daily commute to central or south Austin
- Both: anyone who wants urban walkability
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FAQs
Is Round Rock or Georgetown better for families?
It depends on your commute and budget. At Byrne Real Estate Group, I point families with an Austin commute toward Round Rock and families who want newer homes and a small-town feel toward Georgetown. Clay Byrne and my team confirm the school district for each address. In September 2026, the median was $350,000 in ZIP 78664 and $540,000 in ZIP 78628 (Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026).
Which is closer to Austin, Round Rock or Georgetown?
Round Rock borders north Austin. Georgetown is farther north on I-35, so commutes into Austin are usually longer.
Are property taxes higher in Round Rock or Georgetown?
It depends on the address, because city, school district, county and any MUD rates all add up. I’m Clay Byrne, and my team pulls the exact tax rate for any home before you write an offer.
Get Started
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About the Author
I’m Clay Byrne, Founder and Real Estate Agent at Byrne Real Estate Group, a 29-year Austin real estate agent, lifetime Austin Realtor and Austin resident, youth sports coach, and real estate coach. I’ve been in the Austin market since 1997, with $1B+ in career transaction volume.
Sources: TEA 2026 A-F ratings, released Aug 14, 2026, preliminary pending appeals (Round Rock ISD; Community Impact). 2026 city rates: Community Impact, City of Georgetown. ISD rates: Williamson County RRISD Order of Election; Georgetown ISD, pending Nov 3, 2026 VATRE elections. Unlock MLS, single-family, Sept 2026, report snapshot Oct 30, 2026.
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