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Georgian Acres

Georgian Acres

3.5
$335,748 Average Value
$270 Average Price per Sq Ft
12 Homes For Sale

An Austin intersection of highways, parks and culture

Georgian Acres is a small community full of pocket parks and Latin American eateries tucked between busy commercial corridors and even busier commuter highways. Loosely part of culturally diverse North Austin, the neighborhood developed mostly during the mid-20th century, directly adjacent to the region's busiest highway interchange, making it a place many commuters stop in or lurch past while sitting in rush-hour traffic on Interstate 35. But savvy gourmands know the neighborhood, like the rest of North Austin, has much to do, see and eat. “It’s right off the freeway and close to downtown, so not far from all the best shopping and dining,” says Sunny Scofield, a Realtor with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene with over 20 years of experience. Even as the area continues to see new housing and new businesses, the close-knit neighborhood stays engaged with frequent events that showcase community diversity and pride in shared spaces.

Georgian Acres’ tree-lined streets give it a charming, cozy neighborhood feel.
Georgian Acres’ tree-lined streets give it a charming, cozy neighborhood feel.
Georgian Acres has various shopping centers nearby for quick errands and dining.
Georgian Acres has various shopping centers nearby for quick errands and dining.
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Shaded benches and playgrounds at Georgian Acres Neighborhood Park

Pocket parks, playgrounds and shady groves are dotted throughout the neighborhood, often nestled between homes and businesses. Georgian Acres Neighborhood Park is the neighborhood's central space for playground meetups, pickup basketball and morning walks, all beneath a rich canopy of pecan and black walnut trees. Just outside the neighborhood, shaded benches at Heron Hollow Park offer a calm spot for lunch breaks beside Little Walnut Creek. Directly east and west of the neighborhood are a few options for indoor workouts, either at the Gustavo "Gus" L. Garcia Recreation Center or the North Austin YMCA, which also includes a community garden.

Georgian Acres' parks feature trails for walking, jogging, and biking.
Georgian Acres' parks feature trails for walking, jogging, and biking.
Heron Hollow Pocket Park offers Georgian Acres residents a space to connect with nature.
Heron Hollow Pocket Park offers Georgian Acres residents a space to connect with nature.
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Casual cuisine at El Tianguis Food Truck Park

The North Austin area has long been known for its diverse cuisine, mostly due to its deep-rooted Latin influence. "I definitely go over there for authentic food, and a lot of other people do," says Realtor LJ Sternberg of LJ Residential LLC. The neighborhood's western edge, Lamar Boulevard, is a no-frills culinary corridor quickly developing with chain restaurants and big-box stores. Standalone Mexican joints like Ñoños Tacos are delicious options, but El Tianguis Food Truck Park is the real gem. Directly across from Heron Hollow Pocket Park, the collection of seafood grills, fruit stands, horchata brewers and taco trucks is destination eating with a casual vibe. Right up the road, the Northgate Shopping Center offers even more diverse shopping and dining, including Latin butcheries and Halal restaurants like Usta Kababgy, plus an H-E-B for groceries.

Residents of Georgian Acres enjoy easy access to multiple H-E-B stores.
Residents of Georgian Acres enjoy easy access to multiple H-E-B stores.
El Tianguis Food Truck Park offers diverse eats near Georgian Acres.
El Tianguis Food Truck Park offers diverse eats near Georgian Acres.
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Mechanical bull rides and books in the park

El Tianguis Food Truck Park is more than a dining destination; it's also a popular gathering space for events, many offering free admission and a chance to ride a mechanical bull. Georgian Acres Neighborhood Park is also a common site for community building, with frequent cleanup and beautification events, like a recent gathering to celebrate a newly installed free little library. Residents also have easy access to an Austin Public Library branch behind the Northgate Shopping Center. The nearby rec centers host programs and events as well, such as a community potluck at the North Austin YMCA.

Georgian Acres residents benefit from the North Austin YMCA’s fitness facilities nearby.
Georgian Acres residents benefit from the North Austin YMCA’s fitness facilities nearby.
El Tianguis Food Truck Park offers diverse eats near Georgian Acres.
El Tianguis Food Truck Park offers diverse eats near Georgian Acres.
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Established ranchers and some new construction

As one of the more established neighborhoods in the fast-changing area, Georgian Acres offers a range of housing styles and ages. “There’s a mix of first-time homebuyers, families and even some investors,” Scofield says. “There’s remodels and resells, but no new construction outside of some condos." Single-story midcentury ranchers are common, many built between the 1960s and late ’80s with stacked stone exteriors, low-pitch roofs and detached carports. They typically price range between $285,000 and $500,000, considerably lower than the neighborhood's newer condos, which typically go for $500,000 to $700,000.

Georgian Acres has new construction homes with modern designs and features.
Georgian Acres has new construction homes with modern designs and features.
Georgian Acres features many ranch-style homes with large front yards.
Georgian Acres features many ranch-style homes with large front yards.
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Early college credits and jewelry making at Navaro Early College High

Students in the neighborhood begin at Barrington Elementary School, located within walking distance of many homes and featuring an expansive playground that doubles as a community park when classes are out. The elementary school receives a C-plus from Niche with an average class size of 12 students per teacher, below the national average of 17. Webb Middle School receives a C, followed by Navaro Early College High School, which receives a C-plus and offers various fine arts classes, such as Mariachi band and 3D jewelry making. Navaro also offers an early college program, allowing students to earn college credits before graduating.

Families in Georgian Acres benefit from proximity to Mollie Barrington Elementary School.
Families in Georgian Acres benefit from proximity to Mollie Barrington Elementary School.
Georgian Acres families appreciate Navarro High’s early college program close to home.
Georgian Acres families appreciate Navarro High’s early college program close to home.
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A major highway interchange next door

Two of the city's most crucial highways run right past Georgian Acres. Interstate 35 — Austin's most-used highway — abuts the neighborhood's eastern edge, while U.S. Highway 183 skirts along the neighborhood's southern edge. The highways intersect at the neighborhood's southeastern corner, which is among the most traffic-prone interchanges in the region. Residents thus contend with the rush-hour noise and congestion that spills into the neighborhood. As an alternative, major roads surrounding the neighborhood have bus stops for CapMetro routes, and the 324 line runs straight through the middle of the neighborhood on Georgian Drive, which also sports a separate bike lane and raised crosswalks for pedestrians.

Public transit is accessible, making Georgian Acres convenient for non-drivers.
Public transit is accessible, making Georgian Acres convenient for non-drivers.
Georgian Acres has bike lanes on Georgian Drive, ideal for local cyclists.
Georgian Acres has bike lanes on Georgian Drive, ideal for local cyclists.
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Things to consider

A flood zone follows Little Walnut Creek and extends to the very northeast corner, prompting some property owners to purchase flood insurance. The neighborhood also has a slightly above-average crime rate, with a CAP Index score of 6, two points higher than the national average.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

28 min drive

Bus

Research & Georgian

Bus

Rundberg & Slayton

Bus

Georgian & Powell

Bus

9037 Lamar & Cooper

Bus

307 Rundberg & North Creek

Bus

Fairfield Station (Nb)

Bus

Georgian & Jennifer

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 2 Reviews
2.0 Niche User
4/28/2016 Niche Review
The rate of crimes in my area has definitely increased, there have been an increase of cars getting broken into. That has brought the increase rate of police officers in my area, along with overnight security guards. Which makes me feel a little safer but it concerns me that the crime rate has increased in my area.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Georgian Acres US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
683
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
9.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,430
Significantly below the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,533
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,122
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
14
Median Rent
$850
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,800
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,475
Median Townhouse Rent
$875
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$950
Median Condo Rent
$925
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,299

Demographics

Total Population
9,623
Median Age
35
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$37,486
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$54,098

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
78.1%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
30.9%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walkability®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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