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Close community in a quiet suburban setting
The quiet streets of Shady Hollow feel far removed from busy city life. However, Downtown Austin is just around 14 miles away, so the neighborhood is popular with families who want to be close to amenities but still find deer roaming in their spacious backyards. “This is the kind of neighborhood where you’ll see a lot of kid activity and people walking their dogs” says Lori Steinbarger, a Broker Associate at All City Real Estate and Shady Hollow resident. “There are big wide open streets and well-lit areas.” The community is united through the schools and homeowner associations and parents volunteer in the neighborhood swim team, the Shady Hollow Stingrays, which has been competing since 1984. Homes come in a range of styles and prices depending on subdivisions, but what they all have in common is a sense of suburban peace.
The Shady Hollow neighborhood is located in South Austin.
Shady Hollow is a neighborhood full of nature, deer sightings are common, even amongst homes.
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The Shady Hollow neighborhood is located in South Austin.
Spacious subdivisions ranging in price
Since different sections of the neighborhood were built by different builders, the more northern sections feature older homes from the 70s. Further out, more homes were built in the 90s. Mostly consisting of stone and brick ranch-styles, some homes have already been renovated but others might need some updates, which might be reflected in the price. Houses range from just under $400,000 for a 3-bedroom and go into the mid to low millions for a 5-bedroom. “Shady Hollow has a wider range of home values,” Steinbarger says. “There’s first time buyers, retirees and growing families.” The cost tends to be the highest in the esteemed Shady Hollow Estates subdivision. These prices likely include a spacious lot, big enough for a backyard pool, trampoline or patio.
Main entrance to James Bowie High School in Austin, Texas.
The three Bs of the Austin Independent School District
Schools in Shady Hollow are known as the three Bs: Baranoff Elementary, scoring an A-minus rating on Niche; Bailey Middle, scoring a B and Bowie High. The A-rated high school is the largest in Austin and offers 50 advanced honors courses. While there can be a lot of divergence in the Austin Independent School District, most students in the neighborhood attend the same three schools which helps to create and sustain a close community, especially since some homes are within walking distance to Baranoff.
There are plenty of paved walking trails available in the Shady Hollow West Nature Preserve.
Open spaces turned into small neighborhood parks
Bumping up against Baurle Ranch Park, green spaces and proximity to nature is a big draw for residents. Developers and community officials in Shady Hollow carved out open spaces and, rather than saturating the neighborhood with homes, converted these lots into small neighborhood parks. Shady Hollow West Nature Preserve, Gatling Gun Park, Capistrano Park and Southland Oaks Neighborhood Park offer a community center, swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts and paved hike-and-bike trails. Homeowner association fees go toward maintaining these amenities. There are multiple pools in the neighborhood with two separate swim teams, “We’re all neighbors, we’re all friends but we also get to compete against each other on the swim teams,” Steinbarger says.
The Shady Hollow Community Center provides space for locals to host events.
Keeping Austin Weird with backyard concerts
Shady Hollow feels like old-school Austin before the city grew so quickly. For example, there’s a house in the neighborhood that puts on concerts around eight times a year in their backyard. It’s by invitation only but draws a crowd of 100 or so people. During the spring and summer, the community center’s calendar is jam-packed with indoor yoga and Jazzercise classes, an outdoor Camp Gladiator bootcamp and swimming lessons.
Galaxy Cafe offers friendly service and a convenient location for locals living in Shady Hollow.
Shopping and dining just a short drive away
There are grocery store options on either side of Brodie Lane. The H-E-B is toward Circle-C and Randalls is at the corner of Brodie Lane and West Slaughter Lane. The Shops at Abor Trails not only has a Costco and Whole Foods, but also eateries like Kerbey Lane Cafe and Mandola’s Italian Kitchen. Across from the highway, Escapement Boulevard has even more shopping and dining options and an Alamo Drafthouse, an Austin-based movie theater chain.
The Shady Hollow neighborhood of Austin, Texas, lends itself to green surroundings.
Driving the MoPac and its new extension
To get from Shady Hollow to Downtown or a northern part of the city, residents can go out through West Slaughter Lane and get to the MoPac express that way. Or, in the case of bad traffic, they can go south on Brodie Lane, turn on 1626 and swing around to the new Mopac extension (which is a toll road.)
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Parks in this Area
Gatling Gun Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Olympic Heights Community Park
Dog Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Lindshire Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Capistrano Park & Pool
Basketball
Pool
Tennis
Shady Hollow West Nature Preserve
Trails
Nature Center
Hiking
Southland Oaks Neighborhood Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shady Hollow
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shady Hollow Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shady Hollow, Austin sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Shady Hollow, Austin over the last 12 months is $364,995, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Quintessential Shady Hollow home on oversized corner lot with park-like backyard & pool. This lovely 1-story, 4 bedroom brick home has been beautifully updated throughout & offers the perfect blend of high-end luxury design, comfort & functionality. Beautiful hand scraped acacia hardwood floors throughout the open living areas. The spacious family room w/ vaulted ceilings & wood beam accents is
Amazing opportunity in the Estates of Southland Oaks! This grand 1 story home is situated on a shaded, lush 1 acre lot. Bring your own designs and dream home to life! This home boasts high ceilings, an expansive foyer, and a thoughtful layout. Three spacious bedrooms share a full hall bath in a separate wing of the home. The formal living room overlooks the enclosed patio and flows easily to the
Unrestricted 3-Acre Estate in South Austin – Residential Charm Meets Commercial Potential. Welcome to 3511 Wyldwood Rd, a rare and versatile 3-acre property located at the corner of Brodie Lane and Wyldwood Rd. This classic single-story 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style home offers timeless character, room to breathe, and outstanding development flexibility—all just minutes from city conveniences.
**NEW Roof with 50 year transferrable warranty and Solar panels installed in 2024**Incredible Opportunity in Sought-After Shady Hollow!Nestled on a lush and private .39-acre lot, this stately home offers 5 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an abundance of versatile living space in the heart of one of South Austin’s most beloved neighborhoods.Step inside to a bright and welcoming foyer
Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in a peaceful cul-de-sac in South Austin. Located in the desirable 78748 zip code, this property offers both tranquility and easy access to shopping, dining, and major roadways.Step inside to find a bright, open-concept living space with vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and abundant natural light. The spacious kitchen includes
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,495
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$166,271
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$180,432
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
59.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.4%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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