Kyle, Texas is located in the heart of Central Texas, a charming community situated between Austin and San Antonio. IH-35 and MoPac Rail Line, sometimes called the "Backbone of America", are major transportation arteries that run through the middle of Kyle. Kyle is the second largest town in the fast growing Hays County. Hays County is the 39th Fastest Growing County in the U.S.A.

Kyle, Texas borders its neighbor Buda, Texas. While both are incorporated cities, many locals refer to them as ?Buda/Kyle.? Kyle is 7 miles South of Buda. 23 miles South of Austin, 10 miles North of San Marcos, 26 miles North of New Braunfels, and 60 miles North of San Antonio.

The City of Kyle was founded in 1880 by nearby settlers from the communities of Blanco and Mountain City. The town was named after Fergus Kyle. The family of David Moore and Fergus Kyle donated 200 acres of land for a town site when the International and Great Northern Railroad built a line from Austin to San Antonio. Lots were first sold in October 1880 at an auction held beneath a famous Live Oak tree at 204 Sledge Street.

Kyle and the surrounding area have recently experienced explosive population growth as job creation throughout the Austin-San Antonio corridor accelerates. Kyle's population in 1990 was 2,225, in 2000 was 5,314, the current estimated population in Kyle as of March, 2007 is 25,322.

Hundreds of new homes are currently under construction or in various stages of planning, as new residents are attracted to Kyle's affordability, the high quality of education provided by Hays County Independent School District, and award-winning residential developments such as Plum Creek. Other Kyle communities:

Waterleaf community by KB Homes is a master-planned community with 20 acre public park that includes baseball and soccer fields, jogging and hiking trails and playgrounds. Waterleaf also has a 4-acre community park that includes swimming pool, sand volleyball and basketball courts, a playscape and gazebo. Located just east of IH-35 on FM 150 in Kyle. KB Homes in Waterleaf offer Energy-Star Certified homes, 14-Seer AC, Whirlpool appliances, and fully sodded front and back yards. Prices from $111,950 - $201,663. From 1109 - 3728 square feet homes. 21 new homes available.

Kensington Trails offers the conveniences of the city with the space and freedom of the country. This community has a hike and bike trail, a stocked fishing lake, and a neighborhood park. Elementary, Middle, and High School are within 1 mile of the community. Builders at Kensington Trails are Legacy Homes and DH Horton Homes. Legacy Homes are priced from $139,990 - $196,490. From 1256 - 2940 square feet. 21 new homes available. DR Horton homes are priced from the mid $140s ? mid $170s. From 1320 ? 2387 square feet new homes available.

New homes priced from $114,990 - $138,990

Shadow Creek community by Lennar Homes offers many family amenities such as a Jr. Olympic Pool, Sport court, Hike & Bike Trails, Playing Fields, and Playscape. Priced from $114,990 - $181,990. From 1,021 ? 2,658 square feet homes available.

Stonefield Community by Lennar is conveniently located in Buda, close to IH-35 and South Austin. This community includes a beautiful 14-acre park at its center and a proposed amenity center and pool. New homes priced from $158,990 - $232,990. From 1,494 ? 3,282 square feet homes available.

Hometown Kyle is a Ryland Homes and Pulte Homes community. Hometown Kyle offers all the charms of small-town living, with the benefits and convenience of Austin. All homes are built on cul-de-sacs for spacious yards and quite living. Hometown Kyle as a community park with a playscape and a basketball court.

Plum Creek is a 2,200 mixed-use, master planned new home community located in Kyle, Texas near Austin. New homes offer front porches and classic architecture and street scenes reflect a quieter time and place. This new home community boasts a commercial district, fishing lake, swimming pools, golf course, and miles of hike and bike trails. Plum Creek offers on-site schools, close proximity to shopping, and downtown Austin. Enjoy small-town living in Kyle, Texas, with all of the urban convenience of nearby Austin.

Southlake Ranch offers many opportunities for work and weekend fun with easy access to Austin and San Marcos. Children will attend the acclaimed Hays Consolidated Schools, all within easy driving distance. Fuentes Elementary School is less than a mile away and Lehman High School is located directly across from the community. Prices from $122s ? 183s. From 1,111 ? 2,652 square feet homes available.