Counties in Austin
Austin is the state capital of Texas and home to over 950,000 people. The city has a rich history dating back to 1839 when it was first settled by pioneers. Today, Austin is known for its music scene, vibrant culture, and thriving tech scene. It also boasts several counties within its metropolitan area that are worth visiting and living including Travis County, Hays County, Williamson County, and more!
Travis County
Travis County is nestled in south central Texas and is a part of the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area with an estimated population of over 1.3 million in 2021. Homes in Travis County include single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums. You can also find homes in various communities that offers stunning landscapes, skyline views, and state-of-the-art amenities.
Travis County offers plenty of recreational opportunities for both residents and visitors in the area which includes being the home of South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, Austin’s 6th Street, Texas State Museum, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. The Lady Bird Lake also offers water activities for those who are looking for some kayak and paddling adventures.
Williamson County
Williamson County is part of the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown metropolitan statistical area located to the north of Central Austin. It is one of the fastest growing areas in Texas with a population of over half a million residents; its influx is due to the number of tech companies located in the area. Homes in Williamson County include a wide variety of housing from large ranches, farmland, single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums. Waterfront properties are also available in the region.
Visitors and tourists enjoy an array of indoor and outdoor activities in Williamson County. Parks, community centers, pools, hiking and biking trails, and world-class golf courses are some of the popular areas for recreational in the region. There are also many locally-owned businesses throughout Williamson County from cafes, restaurants, breweries, and bars.
Hays County
Located on the Edwards Plateau, Hays County is part of the Austin-Round Rock metropolitan area with convenient access to downtown Austin. A great place for those who area looking for homes with a country-feel without being too far from the big city. The region has a population of over 230,000 residents.
There are plenty of homes in Hays County that will meet your lifestyle needs. Ranches, farmland, single-town family homes, waterfront homes, townhouses, and condos. Anyone living or visiting neighborhoods or cities located in Hays County enjoy a resort-like lifestyle due to the number of activities and amenities in the area from kayaking, canoeing, exploring nature spots, dining, shopping, and more.
