Georgetown

A breakdown of the total market value of properties in Georgetown shows that the city is prominently a residential community. However, the value of Georgetown’s commercial market saw the biggest increase from 2023 to 2024, with an increase of $600 million in value. The multi-family housing market saw an increase of only $200 million because, according to WCAD, there were no new multi-family units on the market in Georgetown from 2023 and 2024.

A breakdown of the total market value of properties in Georgetown shows that the city is prominently a residential community. However, the value of Georgetown’s commercial market saw the biggest increase from 2023 to 2024, with an increase of $600 million in value. The multi-family housing market saw an increase of only $200 million because, according to WCAD, there were no new multi-family units on the market in Georgetown from 2023 and 2024.

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Georgetown sees taxable value boost

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, May 6, 2024
In the last five years, the total market value of properties in Georgetown has gone up $11.72 billion, and the value of commercial properties has nearly tripled, from a value of $1.39 billion in 2019 to $3.3 billion in 2024.
From left, Standard Industries Co-CEO David Winter, Mayor Josh Schroeder, Ralph Robinett and Martin DeBono from GAF Energy, and Standard Industries Co-CEO David Millstone cut the ribbon signifying the opening of the manufacturing facility. (Kaitlyn Wilkes)

From left, Standard Industries Co-CEO David Winter, Mayor Josh Schroeder, Ralph Robinett and Martin DeBono from GAF Energy, and Standard Industries Co-CEO David Millstone cut the ribbon signifying the opening of the manufacturing facility. (Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Solar roof manufacturing plant opens in Georgetown

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, May 6, 2024
Georgetown is now home to a solar roof manufacturing facility from GAF Energy. The company had the ribbon cutting ceremony for their 450,000-square-foot solar roof manufacturing facility on Wednesday, May 1.
Tecovas, an Austin-based apparel chain specializing in boots and Western wear, will renovate and move into the space that the Williamson County Sun used for its printing press until last summer, 709 Main Street.

Tecovas, an Austin-based apparel chain specializing in boots and Western wear, will renovate and move into the space that the Williamson County Sun used for its printing press until last summer, 709 Main Street.

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Georgetown to welcome new Tecovas store on the Square, Tim Hortons location

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, May 6, 2024
The most recent Georgetown-based filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation are related to a Tim Hortons coffee shop, a Tecovas on the Square and an Einstein Bros bagel shop on Williams Drive.
GISD trustee Jen Mauldin thanks supporters for her election night victory. Photo by Katherine Anthony

GISD trustee Jen Mauldin thanks supporters for her election night victory. Photo by Katherine Anthony

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Georgetown ISD trustee Jen Mauldin wins board seat for second term

Katherine Hamilton
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Georgetown ISD voters gave school trustee Jen Mauldin a second three-year term in the May 4 trustee election. She defeated challenger Aaron Smith for Place 6, garnering 70 percent of the vote. Also elected was Stacy McLaughlin who ran unopposed for Place 7.
Ellen Brumder, a co-founder (with her husband, Nick) of Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery & Prayer Gardens, was on hand Saturday, April 27, 2024 to celebrate Art in the Gardens, the 20th anniversary of Our Lady. The couple live in New Zealand, but return to the area occasionally. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Ellen Brumder, a co-founder (with her husband, Nick) of Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery & Prayer Gardens, was on hand Saturday, April 27, 2024 to celebrate Art in the Gardens, the 20th anniversary of Our Lady. The couple live in New Zealand, but return to the area occasionally. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery & Prayer Gardens turns 20

Andy Sharp
Saturday, May 4, 2024
2-year-old Elliott Araiza, with his dad Bert Araiza, enjoyed watching the parade along Austin Avenue during the 25th Annual Red Poppy Festival on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

2-year-old Elliott Araiza, with his dad Bert Araiza, enjoyed watching the parade along Austin Avenue during the 25th Annual Red Poppy Festival on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Photos: 2024 Red Poppy Festival at a glance

Andy Sharp
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Members of the Sun City Cyclists club gather for a ride.

Members of the Sun City Cyclists club gather for a ride.

Sun City Cyclists put the pedal to the metal

Abbey Archer
Thursday, May 2, 2024
With an average age of 70 and between 180 and 200 members at any given time, the Sun City Cyclists are a healthy bunch.“I put more miles on my bike than I do my car every year,” said Leanne Waldo, who’s the social chair of the Sun City club.Ms. Waldo became involved with the cyclists club when she...
Levi Drake Rodriguez, standing front and center, celebrates at his Georgetown home after being selected in the NFL draft Saturday, April 27.

Levi Drake Rodriguez, standing front and center, celebrates at his Georgetown home after being selected in the NFL draft Saturday, April 27.

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Georgetown’s own drafted by Minnesota Vikings

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, May 2, 2024
East View High School alumnus Levi Drake Rodriguez was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the seventh round of the NFL draft Saturday afternoon.He was at his some in Georgetown, surrounded by friends and family when he got the call from the Vikings organization.“I love how my family erupted with...
Lisa Barnes and her grandson Wesley Morrow, 2, visit with a donkey named Pedro at Berry Springs Park & Preserve on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The park has a second donkey named Bob. Photos by Andy Sharp

Lisa Barnes and her grandson Wesley Morrow, 2, visit with a donkey named Pedro at Berry Springs Park & Preserve on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The park has a second donkey named Bob. Photos by Andy Sharp

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Residents stroll Berry Springs Park & Preserve

Andy Sharp
Friday, April 26, 2024
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