Round Rock, Texas is a suburb of Austin and calls itself the “Sports Capital of Texas.” It doesn’t play home to a major league team, though it does have a AAA baseball club owned by Nolan Ryan, the Round Rock Express. Instead, the city is the Sports Capital of Texas because of the wealth of local sports facilities and leagues for people of all ages. Residents also love the booming economy, good schools, low crime rates, and proximity to Austin.
The Austin area has some of the highest housing costs in Texas, and Round Rock is no exception. The average rent on a one-bedroom apartment is $1,616, up 23% from 2021. The median home price is $512K, up almost 14% over 2021. Moving to Round Rock may involve some downsizing.
Thankfully, there are plenty of self-storage facilities in Round Rock. With so many all over the Austin area, it’s not hard to find a place close to home. And even if you need a larger unit, you’ll be surprised by how affordable it can be. If you’re thinking of a move to this sports-crazy town, be sure to get a self-storage unit to keep all your gear!