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Crestview

Crestview

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78757
5.0
$753,196 Average Value
$443 Average Price per Sq Ft
22 Homes For Sale
The Wall of Welcome is a 120-foot-long mosaic in the neighborhood.
The Wall of Welcome is a 120-foot-long mosaic in the neighborhood.

Crestview blends midcentury roots with modern life

Crestview is a northern Austin neighborhood that grew from a former dairy farm in the 1940s and '50s, and holds close to its roots. The oak tree-shaded homes here still embody midcentury character, even as newer options have popped up in spots. The Wall of Welcome, a 120-foot-long mosaic at the Crestview Shopping Center, preserves the neighborhood’s history through pictures, from its rustic beginnings to modern-day businesses. Beyond the art, Crestview has a relaxed feel where people connect at local events and gatherings, are within walking distance of a local park’s pool and playground, and can grab a bite to eat or make a grocery run without leaving the neighborhood.

Prices span a wide range for homes, condos and townhouses

Crestview's housing includes midcentury bungalows dating to the 1950s, alongside newer custom builds and contemporary infill homes. “You have an interesting juxtaposition of brand-new homes and postwar bungalows,” says John Dunham, who’s a co-owner of Juice Real Estate with Compass and has over 20 years of experience in the industry. The original bungalows feature hardwood floors and compact floor plans, with some preserved and others fully renovated. Newer construction brings open-concept layouts, high-end finishes and backyard pools. Pricing in Crestview varies widely:

  • Single-family homes under 2,000 square feet routinely sell for prices from the mid-$300,000s to the mid-$700,000s
  • Single-family homes over 2,000 square feet can range anywhere from the upper $700,000s to the $2.2 million
  • Condos and townhomes in the neighborhood vary from the lower $200,000s to the mid-$600,000s, with monthly HOA fees somewhere between $100 and $500

Crestview's homes come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors.
Crestview's homes come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors.
Midcentury bungalows and ranch-style homes still make up much of the housing in the area.
Midcentury bungalows and ranch-style homes still make up much of the housing in the area.
Crestview's modern homes offer space.
Crestview's modern homes offer space.
The Crestview neighborhood of Austin offers medium-sized lots dotted with trees.
The Crestview neighborhood of Austin offers medium-sized lots dotted with trees.
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School choices include well-regarded public and private options

Kids in Crestview may attend highly rated Austin Independent School District campuses like nearby Brentwood Elementary. Brentwood has an active PTA that organizes events like a Halloween carnival and a springtime talent show. St. Louis Catholic School is a highly rated private alternative in the neighborhood for kindergarten through eighth grade, with an average student-teacher ratio of 9-to-1.

Area students may attend McCallum High School for grades 9 through 12.
Area students may attend McCallum High School for grades 9 through 12.
Lamar Middle School is about 2 miles away.
Lamar Middle School is about 2 miles away.
Brentwood Elementary School has an active PTA organization.
Brentwood Elementary School has an active PTA organization.
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Where to shop, dine and run errands close to home

The namesake Crestview Shopping Center is a spot where you can knock out multiple errands within the neighborhood, while taking in the intricate detail on the colorful Wall of Welcome mosaic that was completed in 2008. You can get a fresh trim at Crestview Barber Shop here, restock your pantry with locally sourced items from Fresh Plus and save some of those groceries for later in the week by picking up a pastrami sandwich at Little Deli & Pizzeria. Several more restaurant options are available on Crestview’s western border, along Burnet Road, including:

  • Top Notch Hamburgers, which has been open since 1971, is known for its fried chicken in addition to its burgers, and has appeared in movies such as “Dazed and Confused” and “Varsity Blues”
  • Wow Poke, where you can build your own poke bowl
  • Ichiban, which specializes in traditional Japanese and Korean fare
  • Mama Bett’s Tex-Mex, where happy hour specials are available every weekday
  • Tumble 22, where you can get a Nashville-inspired hot chicken sandwich
You can access a Walmart Supercenter off Burnet in the Northcross Mall shopping plaza for more grocery and household needs. And you can scratch your retail itch further with a trip 4 miles up Burnet to The Domain, an outdoor mall with stores including Macy’s and Neiman Marcus.

Little Deli & Pizzeria is a famous lunch spot in Crestview.
Little Deli & Pizzeria is a famous lunch spot in Crestview.
Fresh Plus provides a place to grab groceries within the neighborhood.
Fresh Plus provides a place to grab groceries within the neighborhood.
The Domain shopping center is just a few miles away.
The Domain shopping center is just a few miles away.
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Parks nearby offer courts, playgrounds and events

The 9-acre Brentwood Neighborhood Park is just outside Crestview, within walking distance for many. The space includes a playground, tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts, and a pool that’s open from early June through mid-August. Brentwood also hosts community events, including the annual Violet Crown Festival in May, which is free and includes live music, food vendors, a brisket cook-off and an art market. The Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park is also close, where you can stroll along quiet paths, play pickleball or enjoy a picnic at one of the shaded tables.

You can enjoy some friendly competition on one of the area's public tennis courts.
You can enjoy some friendly competition on one of the area's public tennis courts.
Brentwood Neighborhood Park is a beloved spot for Crestview residents.
Brentwood Neighborhood Park is a beloved spot for Crestview residents.
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Public transit and highways make commuting around the city easier

Crestview residents have access to the Capital Metro bus and rail service. The area’s Crestview Station off Easy Wind Drive is on the MetroRail’s Red Line. The station is also a hub for multiple bus lines, including high-frequency MetroRapid service. Drivers have multiple ways to reach key Austin destinations, too, from Crestview’s convenient location. “You’re halfway between downtown Austin and our second downtown, where The Domain shopping center and the Q2 Stadium are,” Dunham says. Locals can use the nearby MoPac Expressway if they want to avoid the stoplights on Burnet Road en route to The Domain and Q2 Stadium, home of Major League Soccer’s Austin FC. The MoPac takes you downtown, too, which is about 15 miles away.

You can catch the MetroRail train at Crestview Station.
You can catch the MetroRail train at Crestview Station.
Capital Metro services provide public transportation to the area.
Capital Metro services provide public transportation to the area.
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Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

29 min drive

Bus

7115 Woodrow & Piedmont

Bus

Crestview Station (Sb)

Bus

7100 Woodrow & Piedmont

Bus

Woodrow & Richcreek

Bus

Woodrow & Anderson

Bus

7346 Lamar & Sugaree

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Crestview Station

Reviews

Niche Reviews
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5.0 Current Resident
3/21/2021 Niche Review
Diversity of age, income, home styles. Access to downtown, shopping, resaurants, highways, parks. Diversity of Austin. Older neighborhoood vibe.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,905
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,663
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,553
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,218
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
687
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Open Houses

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
25
Median Rent
$1,700
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,850
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,850
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,800
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,095
Median Condo Rent
$1,421
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,700

Demographics

Total Population
6,457
Median Age
38
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$105,904
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$130,562

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
67%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.2%
% Population in Labor Force
88%
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

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

70 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Crestview
Laura Croteau
Austin Rock City Realty
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