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Rosedale

Rosedale

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78731 , 78756
$1,025,383 Average Value
$480 Average Price per Sq Ft
49 Homes For Sale

Rosedale's tree-lined charm in the heart of Austin

You can tell you're in Rosedale by the tree canopy alone. This leafy pocket of north-central Austin was once full of nurseries, and live oak trees continue to shade its streets today. Residents live on quiet, walkable blocks where kids are zoned for highly rated public schools in the Austin Independent School District, and some of the city’s most well-known shops and restaurants are just a short walk away on Burnet Road. With downtown and the University of Texas at Austin both less than 5 miles away, Rosedale keeps you close to everything without feeling like you're in a big city.

Living in Rosedale means you're close to downtown Austin.
Living in Rosedale means you're close to downtown Austin.
Tree-lined streets and a peaceful atmosphere define Rosedale in north-central Austin.
Tree-lined streets and a peaceful atmosphere define Rosedale in north-central Austin.
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From midcentury bungalows to million-dollar new builds

Rosedale's midcentury roots mean it's full of cozy bungalows, cottages and ranch-style homes. “It's very charming, and that's what people want when they're moving into older neighborhoods,” says Jimmy Gilmore, a broker with Jimmy Gilmore & Co. who has decades of experience selling homes in the neighborhood. “People in Rosedale talk to one another. In other parts of town, the garage doors open, people go inside and then you never see them. That's not the case in Rosedale.” Some of the original homes have been replaced with modern builds, so you'll see a mix of old and new.

Prices typically range from the lower $600,000s to the lower $1 millions, though larger properties can top $2 million. Condos start in the mid $200,000s for older one-bedrooms and climb past $1.3 million for brand-new four-bedrooms. Rosedale’s median sale price is just over $1 million, which is lower than in nearby Bryker Woods but higher than in Hyde Park.

High ratings for public and private schools near Rosedale

Rosedale is part of the Austin Independent School District, though school assignments depend on whether you live north or south of 45th Street. North of 45th Street, for example, kids are zoned for Highland Park Elementary School, a National Blue Ribbon school with arts-based programs that earns an A from Niche. They can then advance to the A-minus-rated Lamar Middle School and A-rated McCallum High School. Private options in the area include St. Andrew's Episcopal School and Kirby Hall School, both rated A-plus by Niche.

Walkable to Burnet Road's restaurants, bars and boutiques

Most homes are just a few blocks from Burnet Road's coffee shops, restaurants and bars. Local favorites within walking distance of Rosedale include:

  • Uchiko serving upscale sushi dinners
  • Draught House Pub & Brewery for drinks with friends
  • Upper Crust Bakery offering pastries and cakes
  • Pinthouse Pizza for an easy lunch or dinner
  • The Little Longhorn Saloon for a true honky-tonk experience
Head farther north on Burnet Road into Allandale, and you'll find local boutiques like Atown. For weekly errands, the Central Park shopping center is just over a mile away and home to Central Market. “It's part of H-E-B, but Central Market is kind of an elite grocery store,” Gilmore says. "It's one of a kind. They have live music on weekends during the summer. People walk there, and you'll see them with strollers because they have a park for little ones to play.”

Neighborhood parks and trails keep Rosedale active

Rosedale has plenty of green space, starting with Ramsey Park at its center. The roughly five-acre park has tennis courts, a baseball diamond, a basketball court and picnic areas, plus Ramsey Pool for cooling off in the summer. The playground is a particular point of pride. "The playscape is over the top," Gilmore says. "It was put in by the community of the neighborhood. They pledged a lot of the money." The Shoal Creek Trail is a paved and gravel path for walking, running and biking. It's Austin's oldest multi-use trail, extending south to Lady Bird Lake and the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.

Rosedale residents play pickleball on the courts at Ramsey Park.
Rosedale residents play pickleball on the courts at Ramsey Park.
Locals walk their dogs along the Shoal Creek Trail.
Locals walk their dogs along the Shoal Creek Trail.
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Central Austin living with MoPac at your doorstep

Rosedale's location is a major draw. "It's as central as you can get in Austin," says Ryan Gomillion, a local Realtor with Copland Property Group. Most residents rely on a car for errands and commutes, but the neighborhood's location keeps things convenient:

  • Downtown Austin is about 4 miles south
  • The University of Texas at Austin is less than 3 miles away
  • MoPac Expressway is close by
  • Multiple CapMetro bus routes serve the neighborhood
Sidewalks make it easy to get around on foot, and the Shoal Creek Trail is a go-to for longer walks or bike rides into downtown. "You'll find people out walking in the neighborhood, either their dogs or their kids," Gomillion says.

Rosedale offers easy access to the MoPac Expressway.
Rosedale offers easy access to the MoPac Expressway.
This pedestrian-friendly pocket of north-central Austin has wide sidewalks.
This pedestrian-friendly pocket of north-central Austin has wide sidewalks.
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Rosedale's calendar is packed with community events

The Rosedale Neighborhood Association keeps residents connected year-round with events like summer pool parties at Ramsey Pool, a neighborhood Halloween bash and holiday caroling. The biggest tradition is the Fourth of July celebration at Ramsey Park, complete with a parade, live music, carnival games and a bake sale. "They march down all the streets with the kids and the decorations," Gilmore says. "They go through the entirety of Rosedale, which probably takes an hour or so. Then they wind up at Ramsey Park."

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

26 min drive

Bus

4700 Bull Creek & Perry

Bus

Burnet & Hancock

Bus

Bull Creek & 39th

Bus

Medical Pkwy & 44th

Bus

3617 Bull Creek & Jefferson

Bus

4316 Lamar & 43rd

Bus

Burnet & W. 45th

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rosedale 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 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,301
Number of Homes for Sale
49
Median Year Built
1953
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,442
Above the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,772
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,294
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
790
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

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 Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
20
Median Rent
$2,847
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,500
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,250
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,738
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$4,138
Median Condo Rent
$1,498
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,750

Demographics

Total Population
7,333
Median Age
42
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$121,621
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$147,769

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
81%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

70 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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