Northline — Community Overview
Northline is among Leander's most innovative planned communities — designed from the ground up as a walkable urban village. The commercial core brings groceries, restaurants, and services within walking distance of homes, reducing car trips and building a stronger sense of neighborhood identity. Taylor Morrison's Invitation to Dream program makes the buying process feel transparent and personalized.
Live Deals — Northline Homes
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$415,000
1102 Village Green Blvd
$479,000
1245 Marketplace Dr
Why Buy in Northline?
Walkable Village Design
Northline is planned around a commercial village core — groceries, restaurants, coffee shops, and services are walkable from most homesites. No car needed for daily errands.
MetroRail Station Access
The Leander MetroRail station is minutes away, providing a congestion-free commute option toward the Domain, UT, and downtown Austin.
Tech Corridor Location
Apple's 3M campus on 620, the Domain, and north Austin's tech cluster are all 18–25 minutes away — making Northline a top pick for tech workers.
Taylor Morrison Quality
Taylor Morrison is consistently rated one of the top national builders for customer satisfaction. The Invitation to Dream buying process provides more personalization than most production builders.
Parks and Trails
Northline integrates parks, pocket greens, and a connected trail system throughout the community. Multiple dog parks and playgrounds are planned.
LISD Schools
Northline feeds Leander ISD — one of the top-rated school districts in Texas by academic performance and facilities.
Property Taxes & HOA — Northline
Northline carries a MUD district with an effective combined tax rate of approximately 2.45%–2.52%. On a $450,000 home after homestead exemption, annual taxes run roughly $7,800–$8,500. Confirm the exact rate for your specific parcel at wcad.org.
HOA dues are approximately $750–$1,000/year, covering trail maintenance, parks, common areas, and the amenity center. The commercial village core also contributes to HOA-maintained common spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions — Northline
What is the Northline community in Leander TX?
Northline is a walkable master-planned community in Leander TX built around a village-style commercial core with retail, restaurants, and services. Taylor Morrison is the primary builder. Homes range from $380,000 to $560,000 and the community is designed for reduced car dependency, with trails connecting to parks and the Leander Metro Rail station.
Is Northline Leander close to the Apple campus and Domain?
Yes. Northline is located near the Leander MetroRail station, which provides rail access toward the Domain and downtown Austin. By car via 183A, the Domain is approximately 20–25 minutes and the Apple campus on 620 is about 18–22 minutes. It's one of the best-located new construction communities for tech workers.
Which schools serve Northline Leander?
Northline is zoned to Leander ISD. Elementary school is typically Tarvin Elementary or North Elementary. Middle school is Running Brushy or Stiles Middle. High school is Rouse High or Cedar Park High, both within LISD.
Does Northline have a MUD tax?
Yes. Northline carries a MUD district that adds approximately 0.25%–0.35% to the base combined rate, putting the effective tax rate around 2.45%–2.52%. Confirm the specific parcel's rate at wcad.org before making an offer.
Is Northline a good fit for someone relocating from California or the Bay Area?
Northline is usually the first community I show buyers relocating from the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, or Seattle, because it is the only transit-oriented development in the Leander area. It is built next to the Capital MetroRail station with retail and restaurants integrated into the village core, so it comes closest to the walkable feel Bay Area buyers expect. Every other community in Leander is a conventional car-dependent suburban subdivision. The main adjustment for California buyers is property tax: Northline carries a MUD district, putting the effective rate near 2.45%–2.52%, which is far above what Proposition 13 assessments produce in California.
Can you live in Northline Leander without a car?
Not entirely, but Northline gets closer than anywhere else in Leander. You can walk to the village core for coffee, food, and errands, and take the Capital MetroRail toward downtown Austin without driving. However, MetroRail runs on a commuter schedule rather than a high-frequency transit schedule, so most residents still keep at least one car for trips outside the rail timetable.
What is Taylor Morrison's Invitation to Dream program?
Invitation to Dream is Taylor Morrison's home buying and personalization process. It allows buyers to tour model homes, select structural options (room additions, extended covered patios, etc.), and work with a design studio consultant to choose finishes. The process is designed to feel collaborative rather than sales-driven.