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Cherry Creek

Cherry Creek

$517,868 Average Value
$272 Average Price per Sq Ft
46 Homes For Sale

Close to the best Austin has to offer

Far enough from the rush of the city but close enough to commute, Cherry Creek is a quiet, established area. “There is a very strong neighborhood feel in Chery Creek,” says Jennifer Buterick Gonzales, a Broker Associate with Legacy Real Estate Group and resident of Southwest Austin. “You’re not going to see a ton of commercial businesses and restaurants, but you are within 10 to 20 minutes of really the best that Austin has to offer.” One of the more affordable neighborhoods outside of the city, Cherry Creek is attracting homebuyers who work in Downtown Austin but don’t necessarily want to live there.
Cherry Creek has pockets of newly developed areas within the neighborhood.
Cherry Creek has pockets of newly developed areas within the neighborhood.
Cherry Creek south of downtown offers spacious housing close to all the action of Austin, Texas.
Cherry Creek south of downtown offers spacious housing close to all the action of Austin, Texas.
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From fixer-uppers to brand new builds

Many of the houses in the neighborhood are ranch-style with attached garages, but there are plenty of two-story family homes, especially classic Craftsman. “These homes have been around starting as early as the 70s to 80s,” says Buterick Gonzales. “So, they’ve been remodeled over time, but still have big established trees and a lot of character.” Homes tend to have small to midsized lots that are sometimes wooded or in cul-de-sacs. A three-bed, two-bath fixer-upper could go for around $359,000 and a newly built contemporary home will sell for around $1,000,000.
Spacious Neo Classical style homes can be found throughout the Cherry Creek neighborhood.
Spacious Neo Classical style homes can be found throughout the Cherry Creek neighborhood.
Newly developed national style housing is popping up throughout Cherry Creek.
Newly developed national style housing is popping up throughout Cherry Creek.
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Dining with armadillos and catfish

For a night out, residents will venture about 15 minutes south on Menchaca Road for bars and restaurants such as Armadillo Den, Moontower and Lustre Pearl. Staying in the neighborhood, Cherry Creek Catfish Company is a seafood staple that’s been open since 1994. Residents have grocery shopping options within just a few miles, including Whole Foods at The Shops at Arbor Trails and H-E-B on Brodie Lane. On the same road, Sunset Valley Market has chains like Barnes and Noble and T.J. Maxx.
Cherry Creek locals frequent Evangeline Cafe, which offers delicious Cajun food.
Cherry Creek locals frequent Evangeline Cafe, which offers delicious Cajun food.
Cherry Creek's Catfish Company is home to famous river and seafood dishes in Austin.
Cherry Creek's Catfish Company is home to famous river and seafood dishes in Austin.
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Schools that are getting technical

There are a few public schools in the neighborhood, including Cowan Elementary School. With an active PTA and after-school programs including martial arts, it receives an A rating on Niche. Students can then graduate to Covington Middle, which scores a B rating, as does Crockett High. Also zoned in the neighborhood, Bowie High offers technical education programs in culinary arts, agriculture science and computer technology. It scores an A overall.
Cunningham Elementary School serves over 300 students in PK through 5th grade.
Cunningham Elementary School serves over 300 students in PK through 5th grade.
Crockett High School in Austin, Texas serves Garrison Park, as well as Cherry Creek.
Crockett High School in Austin, Texas serves Garrison Park, as well as Cherry Creek.
Cowen Elementary School serves students in PK through 5th grade in Cherry Creek.
Cowen Elementary School serves students in PK through 5th grade in Cherry Creek.
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Seeing green in every direction

Garrison Park is a popular spot thanks to the community pool, but it offers a playground and basketball court as well. According to Buterick Gonzales, residents will often travel outside of the neighborhood to explore the outdoors, “If you go 10 or 15 minutes, you can be in five different parks, greenbelts or trails because we are such an outdoorsy city.”
Play some basketball with friends at Cherry Creek's Longview Park.
Play some basketball with friends at Cherry Creek's Longview Park.
Cherry Creek locals enjoy walking the trails and visiting the many nature parks in Cherry Creek.
Cherry Creek locals enjoy walking the trails and visiting the many nature parks in Cherry Creek.
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Getting around in 20 mins or less

While Cherry Creek is a car-dependent neighborhood, it’s just a two-minute drive to the Brodie/Harpers Ferry bus stop and is 11.5 miles or less than 20 minutes to the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Close proximity to the MoPac Expressway makes for a 10-mile or 15 to 20 trip to Downtown Austin.
Cherry Creek is considered a friendly and established neighborhood in Austin.
Cherry Creek is considered a friendly and established neighborhood in Austin.
Menchaca Boulevard running through Cherry Creek.
Menchaca Boulevard running through Cherry Creek.
Enjoy a bike ride around Cherry Creek.
Enjoy a bike ride around Cherry Creek.
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Important to know

Some of the neighborhoods, most notably the Brodie Lane area, are required to join an HOA. The Cherry Creek on Brodie HOA consists of 248 homes and membership includes events like block parties in the Silk Oak Neighborhood Park.
Garrison Park has a community pool, ideal for hot summer days.
Garrison Park has a community pool, ideal for hot summer days.
Ellen Higgins Pocket Park in the Cherry Creek neighborhood offers many amenities.
Ellen Higgins Pocket Park in the Cherry Creek neighborhood offers many amenities.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

28 min drive

Bus

West Gate & Berkeley SE Corner

Bus

3316 William Cannon & Lost Valley

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8400 Menchaca & Keepsake

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William Cannon & Shier

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8425 West Gate & Cameron

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8700 Menchaca & Davis

Bus

Curlew & Crownspoint

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cherry Creek US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Cherry Creek Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$464,990
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$352,566
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$557,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
270
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
35%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,644
Number of Homes for Sale
46
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,691
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,328
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,280
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,006
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,445

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    • 2,260 Sq Ft
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    A stunning single story 4 bedroom, 3 full bathroom property on a lush .34 acre lot in the coveted Castlewood forest neighborhood.The property boasts a split floor plan, picture windows, arched doorways, and designer finishes throughout. The kitchen is complete with a breakfast bar, under cabinet microwave, refrigerator, taj mahal countertops, and European style cabinets. The bathrooms

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
25,021
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$84,119
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,493

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
50.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.1%
% Population in Labor Force
75%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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