Round Rock, Texas

Paloma LakeHomes & Neighborhood Guide

An east Round Rock community built from 2007 to 2020 around a private catch-and-release lake, just west of SH 130.

Paloma Lake stone arch entrance sign in Round Rock, Texas
At a Glance
Life inPaloma Lake

Amenities & Fun

  • Private catch-and-release lake
  • Two resort-style amenity centers with pools
  • Clubhouse
  • Greenbelt hiking trails
  • Two sports courts
  • Old Settlers Park less than a mile away

Kids & Family

  • Four playscapes
  • Herrington Elementary on-site
  • Pools at both amenity centers

Schools

Round Rock ISD (TEA 2026: B, 89)

  • Herrington Elementary (on-site)
  • Hopewell Middle School
  • Stony Point High School

Location & Easy Access

  • Just west of SH 130, with quick access to Hwy 79
  • Downtown Round Rock about 10 minutes
  • The Domain about 25 minutes
  • Downtown Austin about 35 minutes

Shopping & Dining

  • Retail close by in Round Rock
  • The Domain, about 25 minutes

Property Taxes & HOA

Tax rate: 1.9487% total (2025)

HOA: $175 per quarter

Your Questions, Answered
Paloma LakeQ & A
Where is Paloma Lake?

Paloma Lake is in east Round Rock, just west of SH 130 with quick access to Hwy 79. It's about 10 minutes to Downtown Round Rock, about 25 minutes to The Domain and about 35 minutes to Downtown Austin.

When was Paloma Lake built?

Paloma Lake was built from 2007 to 2020, so homes for sale now are resales.

Does Paloma Lake have a lake?

Yes. Paloma Lake has a private catch-and-release lake for residents.

What are the HOA dues in Paloma Lake?

$175 a quarter, which works out to about $58 a month.

What is the property tax rate in Paloma Lake?

The total tax rate was 1.9487% in 2025. For example, that rate on a $450,000 home is about $8,800 a year before exemptions. I'll pull the exact rate for any home you're looking at.

What schools does Paloma Lake go to?

Paloma Lake is in Round Rock ISD (TEA 2026 rating: B, 89). Kids go to Herrington Elementary, which is inside the neighborhood, then Hopewell Middle School and Stony Point High School. Always check the exact address with the district.

What amenities does Paloma Lake have?

Two resort-style amenity centers with pools, a clubhouse, four playscapes, two sports courts, greenbelt hiking trails and the private lake. Old Settlers Park is less than a mile away.

How much do homes cost in Paloma Lake?

It depends on the size of the home and the lot. Call or text me and I'll send you what's for sale today and what homes have sold for.

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I help buyers in Paloma Lake with both resale homes and new construction.

Tell me what you're looking for, and I'll pull every home for sale in Paloma Lake right now, what homes are selling for, and what builders are offering. If you're looking at new construction, call or text me before your first model home visit so I can represent you from day one.

Sources: Sam Hill North Austin Community Guide (Paloma Lake community information, Round Rock ISD, Williamson County tax records). District ratings: TEA 2026 A–F accountability (released Aug 14, 2026). School assignments vary by address; verify with the district. Tax rates and HOA dues change yearly; confirm for the specific home. Compiled October 2026; believed accurate but not guaranteed.