Leander Real Estate
Leander is located Northwest of Austin off the recently completed highway 183. Travel time to Downtown Austin is approximately 15-20 minutes. Among the many exciting happenings in Leander is the rapid growth. New home builders are flocking to Leander because of its nearby location to Austin and the lower cost of land. These two factors make it easy for builders to sell an affordable home to buyers. If you would like to search the homes in Leander TX its easy with the new search. The history of Leander is quite interesting. April 29, 1881 the Austin and Northwest Railroad company was incorporated. A charter for a narrow gage railroad was established for purposes of connecting Austin, Texas to Burnet, Texas. When the line was completed in 1882, the Austin to Burnet Railroad Company insisted the community name be changed to Bruggerhoff in honor of one of their officials. The line approached the town of Bagdad which was a thriving town with numerous businesses, but the merchants refused to let the railroad pass through their town. The railroad purchased land a mile east of Bagdad and surveyed it. When the track was finished in 1884 they had a barbecue. At the BBQ the railroad officials requested the town be named Leander after the railroad official Leander “Catfish??? Brown. Within a few years most of the merchants and residents relocated closer to the rail line and left the town of Bagdad. 1978 citizens of Leander incorporated. By 2000, Leander's population reached 7,596. since then Leander's current population has grown to around 15,000. The growth continues and is a very popular location for families as well as retirees.
Leander Homes and Properties for Sale
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MLS# 8022012
Stunning 14.65 acre Lake Travis Gentleman's Ranch w/700+ ft of waterfront on deep Lak...
MLS# 5037350
Waterfront showplace on private road. 2 slip dock with lift, salt water pool. Feat...
MLS# 2913671
Back on the market! Gorgeous custom home,10 stall Barnmaster barn,riding arena all ne...
MLS# 6572316
Awesome views overlooking Lake Travis. Mini Resort with 4 suites, 5 balconies, 2 roof...
MLS# 7359085
This spectacular home sits on over 2 acres,high above Lake Travis with panoramic Tex...
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