Slaughter Creek
Contemporary Craftsman with stone details
Within Slaughter Creek, there are many smaller subdivisions like Great Oaks at Slaughter Creek and Mercado Heights. “It’s not cookie-cutter,” says Hawkins. “Each division has its own personality.” Many homes in the neighborhood are brick contemporary Craftsman with large garages and often feature a stone veneer and masonry siding. The grids of houses often result in a cul-de-sac. A 1985 three-bedroom, two-bathroom home on a wooded lot will sell for around $350,000 while a 2007 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the desirable Broadie Springs subdivision could go for as high as $980,000.Trails that go through all terrains
The Slaughter Creek hike and bike trail in Bauerle Ranch is a 3.3-mile loop. It’s a rocky path that traverses a variety of terrain, through forest, patches of colorful wildflowers and along a dry creek bed. Slaughter Creek also has plenty of pocket parks, like Olympic Heights on the southside of the neighborhood. It’s named for three streets that form a triangle around the park: James Bausch, Jim Ryun and Johnny Weismuller Lanes. On the northern end of the neighborhood, there are outdoor spaces like Howellwood Park and Lindshire Park, which has a pond brimming with ducks.
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19th century school now modernized with murals
Manchaca Elementary is located near the southern end of Slaughter Creek. It’s one of the oldest schools in this part of Austin and started out as a one-room, wood-framed schoolhouse at the end of the 19th century. Now, it’s part of the Austin Independent School District. The modern building is decorated with murals and surrounded by patches of wildflowers and vegetable gardens. Both Manchaca Elementary and Paredes Middle have a C-plus rating on Niche. Akins High scores a B overall.Budding bar and beer garden scene
Slaughter Creek is beginning to build their bar and beer garden scene on Menchaca Road. South Austin Beer Garden is a spot where residents of Slaughter Creek can get a drink and hit up a food truck without sitting in ATX traffic. The owners of Lustre Pearl in East Austin also decided to open an outpost in far South Austin. For a meal out, there are options such as the original Texican Cafe location. But for a meal in, grocery shopping can be found at H-E-B, Target and Sam’s Club just over three miles away.
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Less than 15 miles to Downtown
The sidewalks in residential areas and parks are consistent and well-maintained, “It’s a very walkable area,” says Hawkins. However, a car is necessary for getting to shops and restaurants. Downtown Austin is less than 15 miles away via the Mopac Expressway.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lori Anne Goto
Lori Anne Goto
Responds QuicklyEncore Real Estate
(737) 237-9768
83 Total Sales
3 in Slaughter Creek
$486K - $505K Price Range
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Kathy Stafford
Kathy Stafford
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(737) 239-8546
77 Total Sales
1 in Slaughter Creek
$442,000 Price
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Ian Williams
Ian Williams
Real Broker, LLC
(512) 379-6443
67 Total Sales
1 in Slaughter Creek
$385,000 Price
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Erin Bara
Erin Bara
Keller Williams Realty - Austin
(855) 496-3084
113 Total Sales
7 in Slaughter Creek
$350K - $715K Price Range
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Linda Rogers
Linda Rogers
Responds QuicklyR.E. Source
(877) 719-5569
40 Total Sales
1 in Slaughter Creek
$450,000 Price
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Ina Kail
Ina Kail
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 345-4840
55 Total Sales
1 in Slaughter Creek
$426,500 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
Tanglewood Forest Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Tennis
Gatling Gun Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
Howellwood Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Olympic Heights Community Park
- Dog Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Lindshire Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Canterbury Trails Neighborhood Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Slaughter Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Slaughter Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Slaughter Creek, Austin sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Slaughter Creek, Austin over the last 12 months is $402,200, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$363,500
Median Sale Price
$402,200
Median Single Family Sale Price
$491,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$317,207
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$640,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
74
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,741
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,019
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,585
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,357
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$960 - $2,998 per month
- Bell Southpark
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 587+ Sq Ft
- 10500 S Ih 35 Frontage Rd
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
21,035
Median Age
36
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,117
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,232
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
53.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 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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