1709 BUFFALO THUNDER, LEANDER, TX 78641
LEANDER, 78641 — williamson County
Property at a Glance
This home is estimated between $679,890 and $974,522, with a best estimate of $705,306. That places the property above the L247506D - Highlands at Crystal Falls Sec 1 median of $698,557, in a neighborhood that appreciated 0.5% over the past year.
Estimated Value Range
$705,306
$644,622
Based on 5 comparable properties(4 in the same subdivision)
Based on 5 comparable properties (4 in the same subdivision, 1 nearby), the estimated range is $679,890 and $974,522. More comparables in the same subdivision would strengthen this estimate.
Comparable Properties (5)
Adjusted +$162,826 for 519 sqft more living space and +$2,472 for being newer. Net adjustment: +$165,298.
Adjusted +$141,806 for 452 sqft more living space and -$2,472 for being older. Net adjustment: +$139,334.
Adjusted +$39,216 for 125 sqft more living space. Net adjustment: +$39,216.
Adjusted +$246,592 for 786 sqft more living space and +$2,472 for being newer. Net adjustment: +$249,064.
Adjusted -$86,903 for 277 sqft less living space and +$9,888 for being newer. Net adjustment: -$77,015.
The Neighborhood
This home is valued 7.7% below the L247506D - Highlands at Crystal Falls Sec 1 median of $698,557. That positions it competitively for buyers comparing within the neighborhood. The neighborhood appreciated 0.5% over the past year.
L247506D - Highlands at Crystal Falls Sec 1
typicalThis home is -7.7% below the subdivision median.
Tax Analysis
The estimated annual property tax is $13,140 across all districts. With a homestead exemption claimed, that drops to $11,472 — saving $1,668 per year. That's $956 per month a buyer should budget. The assessed value increased roughly in line with the neighborhood, so a tax protest is unlikely to yield significant savings.
Tax Districts
| District | Type | Rate | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leander ISD | School | 1.0869% | $7,006 |
| Leander | City | 0.4173% | $2,690 |
| Williamson County | County | 0.3694% | $2,382 |
| Austin Community College | special | 0.1034% | $667 |
| Williamson County FM/Rd | County | 0.0443% | $286 |
| Upper Brushy Creek WCID | Water | 0.0170% | $110 |
| Williamson Central Appraisal District | cad | 0.0000% | $0 |
| Total Annual Tax | 2.0384% | $13,140 | |
Mortgage Context
At today's 30-year mortgage rate of 6.38%, a buyer financing $705,306 would pay approximately $4,402 per month (principal and interest only, excluding taxes and insurance).