Just fifteen short miles away from the hustle and bustle of
Austin, Texas,
lays a little gem of a town by the name of Pflugerville.
German immigrants settled the Pflugerville area in the mid-19th century. The
city was incorporated in 1965. For the first 20 years in the life of the young
city, Pflugerville experienced low to moderate growth. Suburban Austin growth
in the mid-eighties caused a building boom in Pflugerville. Today, Pflugerville
is a community of more than an estimated 26,111 people, according to the US Census
Bureau
For the inhabitants of Pflugerville, there is no shortage of employment. With such
industry leaders like Dell Computer, Samsung, IBM, Motorola, Applied Materials,
Austin Semiconductor, Advanced Micro Devices, and similar companies, its no wonder
that the main industry is geared towards technology. Pflugerville also offers many
other services to meet the needs of the people, such as restaurants, theaters, shops
and boutiques. The median household income, in Pflugerville is
at an astounding $71,985, as concurred by the US Census Bureau. That is just one
more reason why the quality of life in Pflugerville, can't be beat.
Pflugerville and the surrounding area provide many recreational activities that are
sure to delight anyone. It has wonderful sports organizations for youth in baseball,
football, and soccer. The city also has beautiful parks, breathtaking hike and bike
trails, two pools, a recreational center and a well-equipped library. The town
enjoys hosting many annual events together, which cements the community spirit,
some of which include parades and activities downtown and at the parks. Deutschen
Pfest is one such festival that is held each year in celebration of our city's
heritage and community. There are also many rivers and lakes nearby such as Lake
Travis to host a variety of camping, boating and many other outdoor activities.
The exciting housing market in Pflugerville is very diverse to meet the needs of
anyone who is looking to relocate, whether your move is from across town or across
the country. The median home value is estimate to be approximately $163,220. There
are many types of homes in Pflugerville, from apartments, duplexes, and town homes
set at any size and price range, to the vast number of single family starter homes
and ending up with luxurious Victorian style houses.
Since Pflugerville is so close to the urban area of Austin, this place has it all.
The beauty of small town life mixed with the contemporary convenience of metropolitan
verve. Some of the many things to enjoy within close proximity to Pflugerville like
shopping at The Arboretum, golf at Barton Springs Country Club, theater, concerts,
museums and many other cultural enriching activities just add to the fact that
Pflugerville is a great place to live. If you are in the mood for food then step
right up, whether you are craving down home barbeque, or just some spicy Tex-Mex
then you won't be disappointed here. With such restaurants like Springhill
Restaurant or Taquerias Arandas, there is sure to be something delectable to even
the most fastidious palates.
The education system in the Pflugerville area is truly second to none! The main
objective of the Pflugerville School District is to provide a quality education
with a commitment to excellence by facilitating learning in a safe and nurturing
environment. I think anyone can agree that sets a standard when you are looking for
superiority in education. If post secondary education is on your agenda then you
will have to look no further than 15 miles away in Austin, where you have a host of
higher learning institutions such as the University of Texas at Austin, Austin
Community College, and St. Edwards University just to name a few.
There are many things to see and do in Pflugerville, Texas and the surrounding
areas. Whether you are starting out on your journey through life, or finishing it
up, Pflugerville is an ideal setting to live, work, retire or raise a family. If
you are considering moving to the Pflugerville area, or would like more information,
please feel free to request a "free relocation package" today!
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