Leander is a city in Williamson and Travis Counties, Texas, in the northwest corner of the Austin metropolitan area. With a population of roughly 90,000, it has grown from a small Hill Country town into one of the Austin region's largest suburbs, defined by a ring of master-planned communities and a direct rail link to downtown Austin. The city is the northern terminus of CapMetro Rail's Red Line, a commuter rail service that runs from Leander through northwest Austin to the downtown, connecting residents to the city's employment and entertainment centers. U.S. Highway 183 and the 183A tollway, along with FM 1431 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard, form the backbone of the local road network, placing downtown Austin roughly 22 miles to the southeast. Leander's residential landscape is dominated by master-planned communities that span a wide range of housing. Travisso is the city's flagship luxury community, while Santa Rita Ranch, Bar W Ranch, Bryson, Palmera Ridge, Benbrook Ranch, Block House Creek, and Twin Creeks Country Club offer an array of family-oriented and established neighborhoods. This mix gives homebuyers options from entry-level to custom and estate homes, all within the Leander ISD footprint. Leander ISD, a large suburban school district serving much of Williamson County, educates students across the area. The city manages roughly 400 acres of parkland across 14 city parks, including Devine Lake Regional Park, along with a public golf course. The Hill Country setting, active parks system, and commuter rail access draw families, professionals, and commuters who want a suburban pace with a direct route into Austin.