Round Rock, Texas
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LOVED Round Rock - 2/5/2007

I lived in Round Rock for only 6 months and it was GREAT. We had to move away for job reasons and I am so sad. The growth there is amazing and the cities of Austin and the suburbs have stepped up to build more highways and roads. It is amazing how fast they go up. I loved the variety of restaurants and things to do close by(loved the Round Rock Express basball games). Austin is only a 20 minute drive away. However if you ask the locals they think it is far away. I don't think they are used to "suburbs." Which is all the more charming. The schools are great as is the weather. Sure it is hot but believe it or not the northerner in me kind of got used to it. Plus most housing communities have pools so we all stay cool in the summer that way. I lived in a community called Tera Vista and if I were to move back(fingers crossed) I would move back there. The only thing that was different from Michigan and Philly(where I am now) is the green. There really aren't the big trees with deep green leaves. If that doesn't really bother you then you are good. Some may say that it is flat as well but just west of the city are the hills and it is beautiful. That is the place to live if you have a nice chunk of change![more...]

Round Rock or Raleigh ??? - 1/9/2007

My family is looking to move to either Round Rock Tx. or Raleigh N.C. Can anyone who has lived in either give me some views. Both places have alot going for them. Any comments would be welcomed.[more...]

Round Rock is a very nice place to live. - 1/8/2007

We lived in Round Rock for 3 years, and I wish we never left. It is sunny and warm almost all the time (but not humid), the schools are excellent, the cost of living reasonable, and let me tell you what, you can't get a better deal ANYWHERE for brand new housing! Well, maybe you can, but I sure haven't found it. It is a short drive to Austin, but there's plenty of shopping, movies, etc. in Round Rock and neighboring Cedar Park. The city is clean and crisp looking. Another thing I liked is that MANY of the neighborhoods have their own pools and parks. Association fees are not that much. People complain about the property taxes, which are high, but even with those added in, housing is very reasonable. Crime is virtually non-existant. I mean, sure there is some, but that's everywhere. If you are not from Texas, you will find that you fall in love with breakfast tacos, Mexican food, and BBQ when you get there. Trust me, you will! There are only two negatives I can think of: 1)Texas people kind of keep to themselves. I mean, they are friendly enough, but it's fairly shallow. Many of them have family, friends they have had forever, and it can be hard to break in. If you are not from Texas, you are a bit of an outsider, but this is changing with all the new people moving to the area. Besides, the "Texas Pride" thing will make you chuckle. 2)There are not a lot of trees in Round Rock. Partially because there are not that many trees in Texas to begin with, and then with the city having so many new neighborhoods, the trees that have been planted haven't had time to grow up. So, if you are a real tree hugger, you won't like that. The hill country in Austin is beautiful if you have the big bucks, of course. If you don't, go for the Round Rock area. It's a nice place to raise a family![more...]

new to round rock texas - 9/20/2006

I'm new to this area. I'm trying to get information about this area in regards to raising a family. [more...]

Round Rock, Tx. - 6/22/2006

Round Rock, Tx. was a small town that is experiencing dramatic growth in businesses and population. Along with that growth comes the traffic increase and the loss of the small town feel. Housing is still affordable, and the school system is rated as one of the best. Currently, we are experiencing a lot of highway construction which will allow for further growth in the near future. Austin is only 20 miles or so from Round Rock and that makes the town an ideal place to live and commute to the state capitol and the University of Texas, as well as the many high-tech firms in the area. Lake Travis and the other neighboring lakes make this area good for recreational activities.[more...]