Buda, TX

The city of Buda Texas is located in Hays County, between Austin and San Antonio, just 17 miles south of Austin on I-35. Buda borders its neighbor Kyle, Texas. While both are incorporated cities, many locals refer to them as "Buda/Kyle." Buda, which was originally named DuPre, was founded in 1881 when Mrs. Cornelia A. Trimble platted the town. She inherited the 550 acres nestled between Onion Creek and the International and Great Northern Railroad from her second husband, A. N. Hopkins after he was murdered. The lots of DuPre were auctioned off the day after Cornelia Trimble filed the plat. Several businesses quickly sprang up in DuPre, including the Carrington Hotel, which was built in 1882 by L.D. and Sarah Carrington.  Apparently, Mrs. Carrington insightfully arranged to have the International and Great Northern Railroad make stops at the hotel for meals.  The hotel soon became well known for serving good meals to hungry railroad travelers prepared by two widows (“viudas” in Spanish) who worked and cooked at the hotel. This became a very popular stop along the rail line and at one time the Carrington Hotel was said to have fed 1,000 people in a day. Because the “v” is not pronounced in Spanish, people often said they were going to go and see the “budas” instead of “viudas”.  In the fall of 1887, postal officials became aware that another Texas town was also named DuPre. By the time Du Pre was forced to find a new name for itself, the Carrington hotel was already being referenced as “the Buda House.”

Buda is growing at a very impressive rate. As of 2000, the population of Buda, TX was 2,404. Today, in 2008, the population has more than doubled at over 5,000. In fact, Hays County and the surrounding areas are expected to grow from a present population of about 140,000 to 185,000 in 2010, then climb to 285,000 by 2020. Due to its convenient location, close proximity to Austin, and increase in commercial development, Buda has become a “hot spot” for growth. Though it is rapidly growing in size with new businesses and housing developments sprouting up left and right, Buda still has that “small town” feel, and they like it that way.

Living in Buda, TX

Historic Downtown Buda is home to Antique Row, a collection of stores and businesses catering to antique collectors who travel from all over Texas, looking for that “something special.” Stepping into one of these magnificent shops is like stepping back in time. Anyone in the market for antiques is sure to find something they’ve been looking for, and plenty of things they are NOT looking for too.  You will also find a few restaurants, the city library and some other local businesses downtown. The residents of Buda are going to benefit as well when the hospital, Super Target, Kohls and a 12 screen movie theatre are built just a few miles away in neighboring town, Kyle. The two cities also share a Performing Arts Center and a new YMCA. Buda is very small and quaint, but still offers plenty of activities for its residents and tourists alike. The Buda Lions Club Country Fair & Cookoff is an annual country fair which has become an extremely popular spring event. It begins with a Pet Parade, followed by the now nationally known "Wiener Dog Races". It also includes a BBQ cookoff and chilli cookoff, along with other food vendors, arts & craft vendors and live entertainment.

Homes in Buda, TX

Buda and neighboring Kyle, have a variety of homes to choose from. There are also several different residential communities. If you are looking for new construction, you might want to check out Garlic Creek, Green Meadows, Whispering Hollow, Elm Grove, Meadows at Buda, Shadow Creek and Kensington Trails. Also, Ruby Ranch, Elliott Ranch and Leisurewoods are amazing executive style neighborhoods with larger lots. To find the most up to date information on homes available in and around Buda, TX, please give me a call. I will be happy to show you around and help you find the perfect place to call home!