Skip to main content

The Roundabout in Buda

Passive Investing with Purpose

$247 million leaves Buda every year.

Successful investors look for one thing: documented demand with nowhere local to go.

Buda sits 5 miles from Austin’s edge in Hays County — consistently one of the fastest-growing counties in America. Median household income: $111,179. Population growth: 200% in a decade. Nine thousand new homes coming within two miles of this site.

The money is here. The people are here. The retail isn’t — yet.

Buda Capital Partners is changing that with The Roundabout — 64,000 + SF of Class A retail, dining, and entertainment built in partnership with the City of Buda.



A Rare “Legacy” Investment Opportunity

This isn’t a strip center. It’s the community destination Buda has been missing — built to last, built in partnership with the city, and built by a team that lives here.

No pitch. Just a conversation to see if we’re aligned.


The Roundabout in Buda

Buda has never had a true community destination. The Roundabout changes that — 64,276 SF of Class A retail across 9 buildings featuring restaurants, entertainment venues, pickleball courts, sand volleyball, and over a mile of walking trails connecting thousands of affluent households directly to your investment.

This isn’t a strip center hoping for foot traffic. It’s a place people will actually choose to spend their time.

Proven Team Filling Critical Market Need

1.6% retail vacancy. Demand isn’t projected — it’s documented.

Tim Dowling — 20+ years of hyper-local development, exclusively within 12 miles of his Buda home. Richard Veregge — 20+ years end-to-end retail and entertainment, design through operations. Josh Bumb — 26+ years of hospitality, six successful operating venues.

$300M+ in combined experience on this project alone. A team that doesn’t just build — they operate what they build.

Unanimous City Approval & $2.5M Partnership

The City of Buda isn’t just a bystander — they’re a partner. A $2.5M public-private partnership includes sales-tax sharing, abatements, and fee reimbursements — reducing investor risk before a single tenant opens.

Unanimous City Council approval. Full Planning & Zoning support. Special zoning secured for entertainment venues and outdoor amenities. The trail system connects 5,000+ existing homes directly behind the site — median income $110K+ — with 2,300 new homes coming just across the street. Unprecedented walkable access to a captive, affluent customer base.

Community-Proven Concepts

47% of Phase 1 is already committed — and these aren’t strangers who signed LOIs.

Anchor tenants include the team behind Moontower Saloon and Kelly’s Irish Pub — two concepts with loyal Austin followings — plus Trianon Coffee & Roaster, an Austin staple since 1985. These are operators with proven track records, existing customer bases, and a genuine stake in making this community destination succeed.

With 5,000 homes today and 3,000+ more underway within walking distance, the customer base is already built.

The Market Opportunity

200%+

Population Growth
in Last Decade

1.6%

Retail Vacancy
(All-Time Low)

5,000+

Existing Homes
Within Walking Distance – connected by park trails


2,300

New Homes Coming Soon
Just Across the Street

$110K+

Median Household
Income (Connected Trails)

19,565

Daily Traffic Count
(and Growing)

What makes us the right investment

Investment Advantages

Why passive investors are choosing The Roundabout

Class A Development

Premium construction quality with $50 PSF tenant improvement allowance, attracting top-tier tenants and commanding higher rents in a market starved for quality retail space.

Unmatched Walkable Demographics

7,000+ households with $110K+ median income within walking distance — all trail-connected. No other retail project in this market can say that.

Proven Anchor Tenants

Moontower Saloon, Kelly’s Irish Pub, and Trianon Coffee & Roaster — an Austin staple since 1985. Loyal followings, proven operators, already committed.

Tax Benefits + Monthly Cash Flow

Depreciation strategies offset active income. Monthly distributions begin once tenants are in place and rents are flowing.

12-Mile Local Focus

Tim only develops within 12 miles of his Buda home. This team drives by the site regularly, knows every street, and lives in this community. Your investment is their backyard.

Truly Passive

Zero landlord responsibilities. Professional management handles everything — operations, tenants, maintenance — while you collect distributions.

Everyone is Welcome

Investment Structure

Transparent terms designed for passive investors

Target Returns

  • 22.73 %+ expected IRR
  • 1.80 x expected equity multiple
  • 8.83 % cash-on-cash at stabilization
  • 10.27 % cash-on-cash at refinance
  • Monthly cash flow once rents are flowing
  • Significant tax benefits via depreciation

Risk Mitigation

  • $2.5M city partnership reduces entitlement risk
  • 47% of Phase 1 already committed
  • Proven operators with loyal existing followings
  • 7,000+ walkable households with $110K+ median income
  • 1.6% retail vacancy — severely undersupplied market
  • Flexible building design for multiple tenant uses

Key Terms

  • Class A retail — 64,276 SF across 9 buildings
  • Minimum investment: $50K
  • Target 3-year hold to stabilization
  • Exit opportunity at refinance or sale
  • Reg D 506(c) — accredited investors only

Ready to Learn More?

No pitch. No pressure. Just a straight conversation to see if we’re aligned.

If the numbers speak to you — let’s connect.


Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this a “partnership with the city”?

The City of Buda has provided unanimous approval through City Council and Planning & Zoning, supported special zoning for entertainment and outdoor amenities, and designed public infrastructure (park, trails) that directly connect to and benefit the development. This isn’t just standard approval—it’s active collaboration to create a community destination that serves the city’s growth vision.

What is a P3 (Public-Private Partnership)?

This project is a Public-Private Partnership (P3), where the city and private developers collaborate to deliver community infrastructure. In our case, the City of Buda is providing three forms of financial support to make the project economically viable: property tax abatements, sales tax abatements, and city permit rebates along with mitigation items. This partnership ensures the development delivers maximum community benefit while maintaining strong investment returns.

How is this different from typical retail investments?

Most retail is purely transactional—people drive in, shop, and leave. The Roundabout is a destination where people spend time: pickleball before coffee, dinner after work, weekend family activities on the trails and park. The amenities and city park connection create sustained foot traffic that benefits all tenants, not just occasional shopping trips.

What is the minimum investment amount?

Minimum investments typically range from $50,000 to $100,000 depending on the specific investment structure and how the deal is capitalized. The exact minimum for current opportunities will be outlined in the private placement memorandum we’ll review during our initial conversation.

What stage is the project currently in?

The project has received all necessary approvals. Dirt is currently being brought to the site, with groundbreaking targeted for January 2026. Multiple anchor tenants are secured, and we’re actively leasing remaining spaces. During our call, I’ll provide detailed construction timeline, lease-up progress, expected stabilization schedule, and how that impacts your investment timing.

How do I receive my returns and when?

Investors will receive monthly cash distributions once the property is built out and tenants are in place generating rental income. You’ll also receive annual tax documents (K-1s) showing your share of income, expenses, and depreciation. At approximately 3 years post-stabilization, there will be a refinance or sale event providing an exit opportunity—investors can choose to cash out or potentially continue based on their individual goals.

How liquid are these investments?

Commercial real estate is a long-term investment, but this project has a defined 3-year hold to stabilization with a planned refinance or sale event at that point. While your capital is committed during the construction and lease-up phase, you’ll receive monthly cash flow distributions once tenants are in place. At the refinance/sale event, you’ll have the opportunity to exit or potentially continue based on your goals and what types of offers we are presented with.

Do I need to be an accredited investor?

This is a Regulation D 506(c) offering, which requires all investors to be accredited. Accredited investor status means annual income over $200K individually or $300K jointly, or net worth over $1M excluding primary residence. We’ll verify your accredited status during our initial discussion as required by SEC regulations.

A key advantage: most of the team lives within 12 miles of the Roundabout.

Because we can be on-site in 15 minutes if there’s an issue. We know every neighborhood, have relationships with local officials and contractors, understand the micro-markets intimately, and my family lives here. When you invest with my team, you’re investing in our backyard where our reputation and our family’s future are on the line. That local accountability matters—especially for a community-focused project like this.