STEINER RANCH & RIVER PLACE
78732 — Steiner Ranch & River Place
Master-planned hill-country living between Lake Austin and Lake Travis, with highly rated Leander ISD schools.
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About the Neighborhood
78732 covers Steiner Ranch and River Place, two master-planned communities set in the hills along RM 620 between Lake Austin and Lake Travis, next to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. Steiner Ranch offers resort-style amenity centers, a private lake club on Lake Austin, and miles of trails, while River Place is known for its wooded lots, country club, and the popular River Place Nature Trail. Both are served by highly rated Leander ISD schools, making 78732 a favorite for families who want space and nature within about 30 minutes of downtown.
Market Snapshot
Market data as of August 2026 — updated regularly.
~$820K–880K
Median Sale Price
~270
Homes Sold (trailing 12 months)
~$557,000
vs. Austin Metro Median
Family / master-planned
Positioning
78732 trades well above the broader Austin market, supported by its schools, amenities, and hill-country setting between two lakes. Recent sales have ranged from the $500Ks to around $1.5M, with lake-view and luxury homes going higher. After a strong 2025, the market has shifted into better balance — homes are taking longer to sell and buyers have gained leverage.
Life in 78732
Property Taxes
Rates vary by address, and some homes in the area include a MUD tax — confirm the exact rate for any specific property.
Schools
Served by Leander ISD, including Steiner Ranch, River Ridge, and Laura Welch Bush Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle, and Vandegrift High — confirm zoning for any specific address.
Housing Style
Primarily 1990s–2010s single-family homes in master-planned neighborhoods, from family homes to lake- and canyon-view estates.
Parks & Outdoors
Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, the River Place Nature Trail, Steiner Ranch's trail network, and nearby Lake Austin and Lake Travis.
Shopping & Dining
Everyday shopping and dining along the Four Points and RM 620 corridor, with Lakeway and the Domain a short drive away.
Commute
About 30 minutes to downtown via RM 620 and RM 2222 or Loop 360, depending on traffic.
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News & Events
Local happenings, market updates, and neighborhood news — updated regularly.
AUG 2026
78732 Market Update — August 2026
Steiner Ranch and River Place have shifted into a more balanced market. Homes are taking longer to sell than they did a year ago and are closing a few percent below list price on average, giving buyers more leverage and choice. For sellers, strong schools and amenities keep demand steady — but pricing right from day one matters more than it has in years.
Growth & Development
School planning and growth along the RM 620 and Four Points corridors shape the future of Steiner Ranch and River Place.
AUG 2026
Leander ISD Keeps Steiner Ranch Elementary Open
In December 2025, the Leander ISD board voted not to consolidate Steiner Ranch Elementary for the 2026–27 school year and approved open enrollment to help boost attendance, while directing a broader review of enrollment across area schools. We'll keep tracking school and development decisions that matter to 78732 homeowners here.
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