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Georgetown, Texas


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Located in the heart of central Texas, Georgetown offers the unique combination of "small town charm" with easy access to the arts and entertainment of Austin, 26 miles south. Situated on I-35 corridor north of Austin, Georgetown is experiencing dynamic growth but city leaders are the community are committed to maintaining the "small town charm." The popular Texas Hill Country is just west of Georgetown offering relaxing "get aways".

These are just a few of the reasons to buy a Georgetown Texas home.  When you visit Georgetown, you will find yourself in a distinctive town whose energy comes from its rich history and graceful character.  You will see this in the friendliness of its people and its abundance of natural beauty.


The pleasant climate, scenic beauty, and high quality of life have made Georgetown one of the most popular retirement areas in the southwest. The popular Sun City Texas by Del Webb is located just outside Georgetown, and there are smaller age-restricted communities within Georgetown. Georgetown Texas real estate is popular, as Georgetown offers similar amenities (to Austin) for a lower price.

Since 2000, Georgetown has had a population growth of 29.16 percent. Austin's industrial market is seeing the expansion of existing companies as well as firms entering the market for the first time. High-tech firms continue to move in, start up or expand due to the availability of human capital. There are so many different areas and types of Georgetown homes for sale and each has its own characteristics.  There is something for everyone´s taste, style and price range.


Typical home in Georgetown, TX


San Gabriel Park


Georgetown is on the San Gabriel River, just thirty miles north of Austin.  Georgetown was established in 1848 as a trading center for the agricultural area surrounding the town. The community was named after George Washington Glasscock, landowner.  Much of the town has been preserved through participation in the Main Street Project. The Victorian architecture seen in the downtown area has been restored to its period beauty.

 

Georgetown has one of Texas' "Best Historic Town Squares," where the Williamson County Courthouse serves as the centerpiece to the finest collection of late Victorian commercial architecture in the state.  Georgetown has worked diligently as a Texas Main Street City since 1982 to restore, rehabilitate and revitalize its charming downtown square.


Georgetown is home to Southwestern University, a highly-selective, four-year, undergraduate institution offering a traditional liberal arts and sciences curriculum. Southwestern serves 1300 students but enriches the whole community with its high-quality lectures and fine arts programs


Located in the Greater Austin area, Georgetown's local economy consists of manufacturing, tourism, mining, and agriculture.


Southwestern University


 


Williamson County is blessed with a mild climate offering more than 300 sunny days each year, affordable housing, a low cost of living, clean air, and beautiful scenic vistas.

 

The eastern part of the County is level black land soil and the western part rolling limestone hills.  With an elevation of 755 feet, the area averages 35 inches of rain per year.


Population - 28,339 (2000 census)
Land area - 23 square miles
Time zone - Central Std 


There are many things to do and see around Georgetown.  There is something for everyone, from visiting a museum or park to attending a local festival to taking a hike along the river.  Below are some highlights of local attractions and landmarks.

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ATTRACTIONS & THINGS TO DO IN GEORGETOWN

 

 

Local festivals:

Red Poppy Festival - April

4th of July Festival 

21st Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival

Georgetown's Festival of the Arts  

Market Days - The downtown Square comes alive with over 90 booths featuring handmade arts & crafts, jewelry, unique clothing, woodcrafts, ironworks, festive foods, antiques & collectables, stained glass, entertainment and so much more! - http://www.mainstreetgeorgetown.com  


Take a picture tour of Texas Historic Georgetown Texas

Lake Georgetown - Lake Georgetown is located about 3 miles west of Georgetown, Texas. The lake was constructed by the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Cedar Breaks Park - Cedar Breaks Park is located on the south side of Georgetown Lake, which is located in the hill country area of Texas approximately 25 miles north of Austin.

Jim Hogg Park - Jim Hogg Park is located on the north side of Georgetown Lake, which is located in the hill. The park was named for former Texas Governor Jim Hogg

Inner Space Caverns - Prehistoric Adventure in Austin, Tx. More than 100000 years old, this cave features spectacular formations

Mood-Heritage Museum - The Mood-Heritage Museum, located at Southwestern University in Georgetown, was established in the fall of 1978

Williamson County Historical Museum - Housed in the newly renovated Farmers State Bank Building (1911), the Williamson County Historical Museum is located in the historic district on the square in Georgetown.

Georgetown Palace Theater - Starting with silent films in 1925, and for decades to follow, the Palace Theatre drew crowds as the local movie theatre. The recently renovated art deco theatre now hosts entertainment ranging from classic movies and live music to community plays.

Up The Chisholm Trail - More than five million cattle and a million mustangs were driven up the Chisholm Trail from 1867 to 1885.

Blue Hole - Blue Hole is a scenic lagoon on the San Gabriel River. It´s located about 1 mile southwest of the San Gabriel Park and is a favorite "swimming hole" for those looking to cool down a little bit in the summer.

Candle Factory - In one of only three factories in the United States where candles are still hand-dipped, quality and care are the number one concern as each candle is made. 

Hike & Bike Trail - The Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department has over 3.5 miles of hike and bike trails along the North and South San Gabriel Rivers.

Inner Space Caverns - Among the wonderful natural features found in the Texas Hill Country are incredible living caves and caverns. Inner Space is a living cave, which means that its formations are continuing to develop and take shape.   

Lake Georgetown - For the more serious angler or water enthusiast, this 1200 acre lake offers boating, skiing, fishing, four separate camping areas, a wildlife preserve and 16 miles of hiking trails.
Sunken Gardens - Set in beautiful San Gabriel Park, the Sunken Gardens are available for rental for weddings and other social events.
Veteran´s Memorial Plaza - The Georgetown-Williamson County Veterans Memorial honors all veterans who have served in our military services, with the names of Williamson County residents who had given their lives in either World War I, World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War and the Wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.


OTHER RESOURCES IN GEORGETOWN

Georgetown city website

Georgetown Chamber of Commerce

Williamson County website 

Georgetown visitors bureau 

Downtown Georgetown Association

Cost of living calculator

 

Airport: Georgetown (ID: GTU)

Amtrak station near Georgetown: 20 miles: Taylor


Georgetown Public Library - 808 Martin Luther King Jr St, Georgetown, TX 78626

College/University in Georgetown:
    Southwestern University (Full-time enrollment: 1,297)

Colleges/universities nearest to Georgetown:
    The University of Texas at Austin (about 26 miles; AUSTIN, TX; FT enrollment: 46,503) 
    Southwest Texas State University (about 57 miles; SAN MARCOS, TX; FT enrollment: 18,822) 
    Austin Community College (about 22 miles; AUSTIN, TX; Full-time enrollment: 12,819) 
    Central Texas College (about 31 miles; KILLEEN, TX; FT enrollment: 6,777) 
    Saint Edward's University (about 29 miles; AUSTIN, TX; FT enrollment: 2,870)

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