Cat Hollow Real Estate: Popular, Affordable and Convenient
Situated 30 minutes north of downtown Austin in Round Rock, Cat Hollow is a master-planned community with a rich history. As one of the fastest growing and most vibrant locations in the country, real estate listings for sale in Round Rock are a popular choice for people who want to buy an affordable home in an area with abundant amenities and easy access to downtown Austin.
Cat Hollow is one of Round Rock’s most popular residential communities. Sitting on land that was once the location of sawmills and gristmills, the community’s scenic hike-and-bike trail runs parallel to Whetstone Brook, which has been a source of water power since the 1700s. Development began in 1985 and continued through 2009. Cat Hollow offers affordably priced homes with floor plans ranging from just over 1,000 square feet to much larger homes at just under 5,000 square feet.
In addition to affordability, Cat Hollow’s proximity to a wide variety of shopping and dining options is a major draw for area homeowners. Located a few minutes down O’Connor Drive is an HEB grocery store. Just a few more minutes beyond that is a Sprouts Farmers Market, with fresh and organic fruits and vegetables, gluten-free options and a bakery. For retail shopping, the Round Rock Premium Outlet Center is less than 15 minutes away and features 125 outlet stores.
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Contact RobbyPlenty of Parks, Pools and Outdoor Recreation
Cat Hollow is under the Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District, allowing residents of the community access to nearby Brushy Creek’s ten parks, four pools, miles of hike-and-bike trails, tennis and sports courts, and a new community center.
Even better, over 11 acres of park space and a sparkling swimming pool entice Cat Hollow residents to spend a day in their own neighborhood having fun in the sun. The park contains a .5-mile trail that is parallel to the Whetstone Brook, a beautiful mill pond and waterfalls. Located in the community off of O’Conner Drive, the Cat Hollow Park and Pool are neighborhood favorites.
“The park and the pool are really great places for families to get together and get to know their neighbors,” says Kathy Gibson, an employee of the Cat Hollow Pool and Park. “The kids just have a blast on the water slides, and all of the parents enjoy getting to know each other while their kids play.”
An Active Social Scene and Highly Regarded Schools
The community also has an active social scene. Community activities planned throughout the year include a Winter Wonderland party, a mother and son dance, the free community center’s morning social, an Easter egg hunt and the Valentine’s Play Date for Tots.
Local children not only have plenty of fun activities and outdoor recreation nearby, they also have the opportunity to receive a quality education. In fact, area homeowners are attracted to Cat Hollow for its top-rated schools. Students living in Cat Hollow attend school in the Round Rock Independent School District, including Brushy Creek Elementary, Cedar Valley Middle School and McNeil High School. In 2011, both the elementary and middle schools were given the acclaimed “Exemplary” rating by the Texas Education Agency. McNeil High School was awarded the “Recognized” rating.
The Perfect Place for Family-First Priorities
Cat Hollow is the ideal place for making a home and raising a family, with tons of options for shopping, dining and entertainment, as well as truly exceptional schools. With the wide variety of parks, pools and trails, Cat Hollow residents can also enjoy all the perks of living within the city of Round Rock itself, including its many movie theaters, playhouses, museums and opportunities for community events.
“The people who live in Cat Hollow really put family first,” says Kathy Gibson. “Their kids are their number-one priority, and this place is perfect for that attitude.”
