Sheldon, Austin, TX: Homes, Prices & Neighborhood Guide

What types of homes are in Sheldon?

18 homes sold in Sheldon from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026; 100% were single-family houses. The typical home has about 2,101 square feet and was built in 2012.

• Single Family Residence: 18 sold (100%)
• New construction: 0% of sales
• Living area: typically 2,101 sq ft; most between 1,788 sq ft and 2,823 sq ft (10th to 90th percentile, 18 homes)
• Year built: typically 2012; most between 2008 and 2014 (10th to 90th percentile, 18 homes)
• Lot size: typically 0.12 acres; most between 0.09 acres and 0.16 acres (10th to 90th percentile, 18 homes)
• Stories: two 89%; one 11%
• Private pool: 6% of homes sold

Closed residential sales in ABOR MLS, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026.

What is the typical price range in Sheldon?

The median single-family home in Sheldon sold for $319,790 net of seller concessions ($139 per square foot) over Oct 2025 to Sep 2026, across 18 sales; the median home took 94 days to sell.

Single-family homes, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026, ABOR MLS. Net price = sale price less seller-paid closing costs and repairs. Figures from the ALEX market statistics model, the same computation as the ALEX valuation report. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

What restaurants and amenities are near Sheldon?

Within 3 miles of the middle of Sheldon OpenStreetMap lists 28 restaurants and cafes, 3 grocery stores, 18 parks and nature areas.

• Restaurants and cafes (28 within 3 miles): Fresh Donuts (0.5 mi), Papa John's (0.5 mi), TexaZuela (1.4 mi), McDonald's (1.4 mi), Little Caesars (2.1 mi)
• Groceries (3 within 3 miles): H-E-B (2.9 mi), La Mexicana Supermercado (2.9 mi), Walmart Supercenter (2.9 mi), La Morelina (3.0 mi), Rancho Grande Supermercado (3.2 mi)
• Parks and nature (18 within 3 miles): McKinney Heights Park (0.1 mi), Grand Meadow Neighborhood Park (0.5 mi), Goodnight Ranch Pocket Park (0.6 mi), Onion Creek Metropolitan Park (1.3 mi), Salt Springs Neighborhood Park (1.3 mi)
• Golf (3 within 3 miles): Roy Kizer Golf Course (2.1 mi), Onion Creek Club (2.6 mi), Jimmy Clay Golf Course (2.9 mi)
• Fitness and recreation (5 within 3 miles): Onion Creek Soccer Complex (1.8 mi), Ray Harryhausen Memorial (2.3 mi), Dove Springs District Park Pool (2.6 mi), The Range at Austin (2.6 mi), Flow Yoga (2.9 mi)
• Pharmacies (2 within 3 miles): H-E-B Pharmacy (2.9 mi), Walgreens (2.9 mi), CVS Pharmacy (3.1 mi)
• Hospitals and clinics (1 within 3 miles): Texas MedClinic Urgent Care (2.9 mi), Baylor Scott and White Clinic (3.2 mi), Texas NeuroRehab Center (4.6 mi), Passport Health South Austin Travel Clinic (4.7 mi), CommUnityCare Southeast Health and Wellness Center (4.9 mi)
• Libraries (1 within 3 miles): Austin Public Library - Southeast Branch (2.6 mi), Austin Public Library - Pleasant Hill Branch (3.5 mi)

Community features named in listings: Pool (15 listings), Park (12 listings), Playground (12 listings), Picnic Area (8 listings), Sport Court(s)/Facility (8 listings), Cluster Mailbox (6 listings), Common Grounds (5 listings), Curbs (5 listings), Sidewalks (5 listings), Courtyard (4 listings), BBQ Pit/Grill (3 listings), Street Lights (3 listings).

Named places from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), extract of September 28, 2026; straight-line miles from the middle of the homes sold, not driving distance. A place missing from OpenStreetMap is missing here.

What should someone know before moving to Sheldon?

Before moving to Sheldon: 100% of homes sold had a homeowners association; typical dues $25 a month (middle half $25–$25, converted from the billing period listed); the median combined property tax rate on homes sold was 2.1211% (2026 adopted rates, 18 parcels, before exemptions).

• HOA: 100% of homes sold had a homeowners association; typical dues $25 a month (middle half $25–$25, converted from the billing period listed).
• Property tax: The median combined property tax rate on homes sold was 2.1211% (2026 adopted rates, 18 parcels, before exemptions). It sums every taxing unit on the parcel, including a MUD or PID where one levies. Source: county appraisal district records.
• Flood zone (FEMA map): 0 of 18 homes sold sit inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance) and 0 in the 0.2% annual chance zone. Checked October 25, 2026 against the National Flood Hazard Layer by each home's map point; ask for an elevation certificate on any specific home.
• Flood plain (as listed): 0 of 18 listings answered yes or partial to the MLS flood-plain question.
• Schools named in listings: Elementary: Blazier (Austin ISD), 18 listings; Middle: Paredes (Austin ISD), 18 listings; High: Akins (Austin ISD), 18 listings. Attendance zones change; confirm with the school district.
• Supply: 16 homes for sale, about 0.4 months of supply (under 4 months usually favours sellers).

What is it like to live in Sheldon?

By the records: Sheldon has lots of about 0.12 acres; an HOA on most homes; community features such as pool, park, playground, picnic area, sport court(s)/facility; the nearest grocery store 2.9 miles away (H-E-B); the nearest park 0.1 miles away (McKinney Heights Park).

Answered only from the records on this page: sales, listings, maps and public records. ALEX does not describe who lives in a neighborhood.

Sources: ABOR MLS (Unlock MLS) closed and active listings; ALEX market statistics model; county appraisal district records (tax rates); FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer; OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Which listings count as Sheldon follows the MLS subdivision name, the same rule ALEX uses for comparable sales. Aggregates only: Texas is a non-disclosure state. Updated October 25, 2026.

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