Georgetown

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Georgetown, TX

Area Guide

Poppies and history will make Georgetown “Sincerely Yours”

Historic University Festivals Lake Family-Friendly

Georgetown, located 30 miles north of Austin, combines historic charm with contemporary living in the Texas Hill Country. The city center features a Victorian-era downtown square, anchored by the restored Williamson County Courthouse. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Blue Hole Park's limestone-lined swimming lagoon and the recreational trails surrounding Lake Georgetown. The Palace Theatre, operating since 1925, presents year-round productions in the heart of downtown, alongside local art galleries and boutiques. Georgetown is home to Southwestern University, established in 1840. Current rental rates range from $1,350 for one-bedroom units to $2,185 for three-bedroom homes.

Each spring, Georgetown lives up to its designation as the "Red Poppy Capital of Texas" when wild red poppies color the landscape, celebrated during the annual Red Poppy Festival. Housing options include apartments near Southwestern University and residences in Sun City Texas, a 55+ community. The historic Old Town district preserves century-old architecture, while the Wolf Ranch area offers newer residential developments near the Wolf Ranch Town Center. Georgetown stands out for its environmental leadership as the first Texas city powered by 100% renewable energy. With 96,000 residents, Georgetown maintains its historic character while offering modern amenities and services throughout its expanding neighborhoods.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Georgetown, TX is $1,050 for a studio, $1,219 for one bedroom, $1,571 for two bedrooms, and $2,027 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Georgetown has decreased by -9.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,219/month
737 Sq Ft
House
$2,339/month
2,111 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,760/month
1,177 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,547/month
1,355 Sq Ft
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Transportation

29

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

34

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Rancho Sienna Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

927 Students

Parkside Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

778 Students

Jo Ann Ford Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

527 Students

Raye Mccoy Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

524 Students

Village Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

456 Students

Douglas Benold Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

664 Students

James Tippit Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

628 Students

Charles a Forbes Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

670 Students

George Wagner Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

935 Students

Georgetown High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,013 Students

East View High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,075 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Chandler Park
  • Rivery Park
  • Georgetown Recreation Center
  • San Gabriel Park
  • Inner Space Cavern

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Killeen Municipal
  • Robert Gray AAF

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.