Neighborhood in Rockwall, Rockwall County
Living in Hidden Valley Estates, Rockwall
1st of 18areas in Rockwall
Overall score 99 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
Rockwall overall: A
Hidden Valley Estates is a neighborhood in Rockwall, TX, home to about 4,100 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 1st of 18 areas we score in Rockwall. It does best on schools and worst on getting around.
- Top-rated schools
- Lots of parks
- Getting around scores low (16 of 100)
- Tornado risk is very high
Closest everyday places
| Grocery store | 0.7 mi |
| Pharmacy | 1.0 mi |
| Park | 0.3 mi |
| Cafe | 0.7 mi |
| Restaurant | 0.4 mi |
| Gym | 0.5 mi |
| Hospital or urgent care | 3.4 mi |
| Childcare | 0.7 mi |
| Library | 3.3 mi |
Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.
- Population
- 4,100
- Median rent
- No data
- Median home value
- $426,000
- Household income
- $158,900
- Average commute
- 36 min
- Homes owned
- 93%
What it's like to live in Hidden Valley Estates
Hidden Valley Estates is a neighborhood in Rockwall with about 4,100 residents, mostly newer homes (median year built 2002), mostly owner-occupied (93%) and 38% of households with children.
It grades A+ against every neighborhood in Texas and ranks 1st of 18 areas in Rockwall, which grades A overall.
Pros of living in Hidden Valley Estates
- Higher incomes. The median household earns $158,900, 37% higher than the Rockwall median.
- Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
- Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.3 miles away.
Cons of living in Hidden Valley Estates
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and hail as very high in this part of town.
Hidden Valley Estates report card
Each grade compares Hidden Valley Estates with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.
Cost of living: grade A+
Homes cost 2.7x income.
95 of 100 vs TX areasJobs and income: grade A-
Median household income $158,900, 2.8% unemployed.
85 of 100 vs TX areasSchools: grade A+
Nearby schools average 92 of 100 on the state rating.
96 of 100 vs TX areasSafety: no grade
Citywide, 111 violent crimes per 100k, 1,014 property crimes per 100k.
No score vs TX areasErrands and things to do: grade B-
Most everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.
57 of 100 vs TX areasGetting around: grade D
Average commute 36 min, 20% work from home.
16 of 100 vs TX areasEducation levels: grade A-
51% have a bachelor’s degree.
86 of 100 vs TX areasHealth: grade B+
7.5% of adults uninsured.
79 of 100 vs TX areasHome ownership: grade B
93% of homes owner-occupied.
72 of 100 vs TX areasInternet access: grade B+
98% of homes have broadband.
74 of 100 vs TX areas
Hidden Valley Estates compared with Rockwall
Better than Rockwall
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 0%52 points lower than Rockwall (52%)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 93%20 points higher than Rockwall (72%)
- Median household income: $158,90037% higher than Rockwall ($115,580)
Worse than Rockwall
- Average commute: 36 min13% higher than Rockwall (32 min)
- Vacant homes: 8.3%3 points higher than Rockwall (5.5%)
Closest public schools
Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.
- ANebbie Williams ElementaryElementary, Rockwall ISD0.8 mi
- AJ W Williams MiddleMiddle, Rockwall ISD1 mi
- ARockwall High SchoolHigh, Rockwall ISD3.6 mi
Cost of living in Hidden Valley Estates
The median home is worth $426,000, about the same as the Rockwall median, which means a monthly payment of about $2,896 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.
| Measure | Here | Rockwall | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value3% higher than Rockwall | $426,000 | $411,700 | $283,800 |
| Home value to income25% lower than Rockwall | 2.7x | 3.6x | 3.6x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent52 points lower than Rockwall | 0% | 52% | 52% |
| Homes owned by the people living in them20 points higher than Rockwall | 93% | 72% | 63% |
| Vacant homes3 points higher than Rockwall | 8.3% | 5.5% | 9.4% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Rockwall | 2002 | 2003 | 1992 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $2,332
- Property tax
- $564
Based on a $426,000 home in Hidden Valley Estates, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Work, income and getting around
| Measure | Here | Rockwall | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income37% higher than Rockwall | $158,900 | $115,580 | $78,476 |
| Unemployment rate2 points lower than Rockwall | 2.8% | 4.4% | 5.3% |
| People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Rockwall | 4.0% | 4.0% | 14% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher2 points higher than Rockwall | 51% | 49% | 34% |
| Average commute13% higher than Rockwall | 36 min | 32 min | 27 min |
| Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Rockwall | 20% | 19% | 14% |
| Workers who walk, bike or take transitAbout the same as Rockwall | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.6% |
| Homes with broadband internet1 points higher than Rockwall | 98% | 96% | 91% |
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.
- River floodingLow
- HurricanesLow
- TornadoesVery high
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesVery high
- WildfiresHigh
- Winter stormsLow
- Strong windHigh
Who lives in Hidden Valley Estates
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Other neighborhoods in Rockwall
- 2ACentral RockwallMedian rent $1,450
- 3ACaruth LakesMedian rent $2,040
- 4ANorthwest RockwallMedian rent $1,830
- 5AThe Estates of Coast Royale
- 6ASaddle Star EstatesMedian rent $2,560
- 7A-Breezy Hill
- 8A-Chandlers LandingMedian rent $3,500+
- 9A-East RockwallMedian rent $3,140
Similar neighborhoods in other cities
Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.
- A+Kelsey PointePearland
- A+The Heights at Stone OakSan Antonio
- ARiversidePecan Grove
Questions about Hidden Valley Estates
Is Hidden Valley Estates a good place to live?
Hidden Valley Estates is a neighborhood in Rockwall, TX, home to about 4,100 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 1st of 18 areas we score in Rockwall. It does best on schools and worst on getting around.
How much does it cost to live in Hidden Valley Estates?
The median home is worth $426,000, 3% higher than the Rockwall median. A median home costs 2.7x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Rockwall.
What schools serve Hidden Valley Estates?
The closest rated public schools are Nebbie Williams Elementary (elementary, rated A), J W Williams Middle (middle, rated A) and Rockwall High School (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.
This area is built from 2 Census block groups closest to the Hidden Valley Estates name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.