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Sixth Street District

Sixth Street District

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78701
$814,673 Average Value
$226 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

The heart of Austin's downtown

For those who want to live in the middle of the action, Austin’s Sixth Street District checks all the boxes. Because it’s in the heart of downtown, Sixth Street District affords residents all of the nearby amenities of the city, including world-class shopping, dining and entertainment. But there’s more to Austin – and this dynamic, energetic neighborhood – than that. “People hear ‘Sixth Street,’ and they automatically think of bars, and that’s definitely part of it. But there’s so much more to the area,” says Realtor Jack McLemore, who has been representing real estate transactions in the area for more than 20 years. “It’s close to the capitol, museums and the river. And it’s convenient to anywhere in the city because the interstate is right there.”

From your Sixth Street District apartment locals can often hear Stubb's Bar-B-Q's live music.
From your Sixth Street District apartment locals can often hear Stubb's Bar-B-Q's live music.
Dive bars and live music thrive on Sixth Street District.
Dive bars and live music thrive on Sixth Street District.
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Sixth Street District buzzes beside Highway I-35, blending urban vibrance.
ChatGPT Sixth Street District buzzes beside Highway I-35, blending urban vibrance.
Sixth Street dwellers kayak through Ladybird Lake's scenic serenity.
Sixth Street dwellers kayak through Ladybird Lake's scenic serenity.
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Eat, drink, shop and be merry

Austin’s moniker of “The Live Music Capital of the World” is a well-deserved one, having launched the careers of countless musicians, including the likes of Janis Joplin, Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughn. And many of those musicians graced the stages of the bars lining Sixth Street, which has the distinction of offering the most bars per capita of any area in the country. With 88 different watering holes available in the area, there is 1 bar for every 67 people living in the zip code. That range of options makes Sixth Street a magnet for University of Texas students, young professionals, tourists and even long-time Austinites seeking to hear some music, mingle with friends and enjoy themselves. It also means that residents living here have to contend with seemingly non-stop activity – and oftentimes non-stop noise – that goes with that lifestyle.

When they need to stock up on groceries, neighborhood residents head to nearby Whole Foods just across Interstate 35 on Fifth Street, where there is also a Target for any home necessities. The exciting shopping district of South Congress is less than 2 miles south of the neighborhood for any in-depth retail therapy needs. And when it’s time to dine out, Sixth Street District has plenty of options to satisfy. Famed Stubb’s Barbecue is on the neighborhood’s northeast corner, and for a more formal date night, neighborhood residents love the centrally located Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille.

Lively atmosphere of Sixth Street District.
Lively atmosphere of Sixth Street District.
Grocery stores near Sixth Street District offer convenience.
Grocery stores near Sixth Street District offer convenience.
Dining options in Sixth Street District are diverse and delicious.
Dining options in Sixth Street District are diverse and delicious.
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The great outdoors

With all of the indoor entertainment venues in the area, it can be easy to overlook the outdoor recreation amenities nearby. But just a few blocks south of the neighborhood is the Colorado River and the extensive Lady Bird Lake Metropolitan Park, where visitors can relax and take in the view or hike one of the many trails that crisscross the area. Parents in search of a playground for their kids will find one just a couple of blocks southeast of the neighborhood at the Sir Swante Palm Neighborhood Park.

Sixth Street dwellers kayak through Ladybird Lake's scenic serenity.
Sixth Street dwellers kayak through Ladybird Lake's scenic serenity.
Sixth Street District thrives with nearby trails.
Sixth Street District thrives with nearby trails.
Sixth Street locals enjoy riverside parks for recreation.
Sixth Street locals enjoy riverside parks for recreation.
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Luxury condo living

The median price of real estate in the Sixth Street District is $565,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $609 per square foot. While the median price is lower than that of Austin as a whole, the price per square foot is much higher, so potential buyers should be aware that space is at a premium in this area. Due to the nature of the neighborhood, housing options here are limited to condominiums; there are no detached single-family homes or even townhouses. A one-bedroom/one-bathroom in the neighborhood can sell for $319,000, and prices can go up to $3.25 million for a three-bedroom/three-bathroom.

New condominiums offer a luxurious living option for Sixth Street District homebuyers.
New condominiums offer a luxurious living option for Sixth Street District homebuyers.
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Condos | Twilight
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Get the kids to school on time

Sixth Street District is served by the Austin Independent School District, which earns an overall rating of A-minus from Niche. Students in the neighborhood can attend Matthews Elementary, O. Henry Middle and Austin High School. Matthews earns an A from Niche, O. Henry earns an A-minus and Austin High School earns an A. In addition to boasting a catalog of famous alums that includes the likes of PGA professionals Ben Crenshaw and Harvey Penik, Presidential daughters Jenna and Barbara Bush and various politicians, Austin High School offers students the chance to participate in over 80 school-sponsored clubs. Alternatively, parents can avail themselves of several private schools in the area, including St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, which is rated as the best private school in the Austin area by Niche.

O Henry Middle School offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
O Henry Middle School offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Austin High School, a historic and prestigious public high school in Austin, Texas.
Austin High School, a historic and prestigious public high school in Austin, Texas.
Mazilla, the school's unofficial mascot is in front of the Mathews Elementary School.
Mazilla, the school's unofficial mascot is in front of the Mathews Elementary School.
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Getting around town

Multiple Capital Metro bus stops throughout the neighborhood and a neighborhood MetroRail stop make it easier for residents to get around town via public transit, and with Interstate 35 bordering the neighborhood’s eastern edge, commuters can easily be on their way to points north and south of downtown.

Enjoy Sixth Street District's accessibility, with smooth rides on Capital MetroRail.
Enjoy Sixth Street District's accessibility, with smooth rides on Capital MetroRail.
Sixth Street District's public transportation options enrich the community's connectivity.
Sixth Street District's public transportation options enrich the community's connectivity.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

22 min drive

Bus

517 Lavaca & 6th

Bus

321 Nueces & 3rd

Bus

150 6th & Congress

Bus

Downtown Station

Bus

Lavaca & 4th

Bus

500 Guadalupe & 5th

Bus

115 7th & Colorado

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Sixth Street District US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 10 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 10 4
Crime Score 10 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Sixth Street District Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$629,500
Median Sale Price
$629,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$629,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
509
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
286
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,152
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
5,055
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,702
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
981

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,705
Median Age
41
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
10%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$203,727
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$201,417

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
67.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
85.3%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

96 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

68 / 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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