Saint Johns
Ranch-styles that are being redone
The original ranch-style houses in St. Johns are typical wood-frame, brick and board-and-batten homes built in Central Austin over the past 100 years. Most residences in the neighborhood were rentals and have seen numerous occupants over the years. That wear and tear is causing many homes to be completely torn down. “Brand new modern homes are going up and they’re close to one million or higher,” Dovzak says. “A teardown can go for half a million because you’re getting a lot that you can then build two homes on.” Dovzak calls this “condo-izing.”
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Schools with a focus on Higher Education
St. Johns students can begin their education at Pickle Elementary, which receives a C rating on Niche, as does Webb Middle School. At Northeast Early College High School, students can earn college credit and graduate with an associate degree. It earns a B-minus rating.
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Close to The Linc shopping complex
Less than two miles away, The Linc complex offers plenty of choices when it comes to shopping, dining and entertainment. For example, there’s the Austin Film Society Cinema, a movie theater and nonprofit supporting future filmmakers. For a night out, residents can stay in the neighborhood for authentic Tex-Mex at La Palapa Restaurant — especially if it’s karaoke night. Grocery shopping is also close by at HEB and Walmart, both less than 2.5 miles away.
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Grant funded park restoration
In 2019, St. John's Park received the first-ever Austin Parks Foundation’s ACL Music Festival Impact Grant of $100,000. While the park was once just a closed-down swimming pool, it now has a playscape, water fountain, swing set, and pavilion. For a dog-friendly park, Buttermilk Neighborhood Park is also in the neighborhood and is ideal for walking on the Buttermilk Branch Greenbelt trail.
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Travel that's convivence for commuters
St. Johns is bordered by Research Boulevard (also known as Route 183), Highway 290 and Interstate 35; these arteries will get commuters nearly anywhere they need to go including Silicon Hills, Houston and Mexico. There are planned transportation improvements to increase safety and mobility in the neighborhood, such as bike lanes and relocated bus stops.
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Events that support residents
Celebrating its 18th year in 2023, HopeFest takes place at Northeast Early College High and features over 150 vendors, like health services and employment opportunities, to support residents. There is also free food, live music and ministry. In April, the annual St. Johns Unity Walk from Webb Middle to Northeast Early College High is now followed by KidsFest, an event with resources for families as well as children’s activities.
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Riki Markowitz
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Roberto Talamas
Roberto Talamas
Keller Williams Realty
(737) 300-9423
35 Total Sales
1 in Saint Johns
$340,000 Price
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Ellen Steele
Ellen Steele
Steele Portfolio
(737) 348-0711
65 Total Sales
1 in Saint Johns
$375,000 Price
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Raymond Torres
Raymond Torres
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 377-3590
90 Total Sales
1 in Saint Johns
$535,000 Price
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Dave Marvin
Dave Marvin
eXp Realty, LLC
(855) 657-1957
93 Total Sales
1 in Saint Johns
$245,000 Price
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Lawrence Pritchett
Lawrence Pritchett
MODUS Real Estate
(682) 452-1856
129 Total Sales
1 in Saint Johns
$575,000 Price
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Adam Zell
Adam Zell
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(855) 329-4291
361 Total Sales
1 in Saint Johns
$440,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Bartholomew District Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
St John Park
- Pool
- Trails
Buttermilk Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
Mustang Button Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Pickles' Place Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Playground
Crestview Station Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Saint Johns | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Saint Johns Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Johns, Austin sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint Johns, Austin over the last 12 months is $64,000, down 87% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$118,000
Median Sale Price
$64,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$118,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-87%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$131
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
638
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,441
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,312
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,103
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
533
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$980 - $1,850 per month
- MacKenzie Pointe
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 563+ Sq Ft
- 1044 Camino La Costa
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
8,565
Median Age
34
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,070
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,692
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47
/ 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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