South Austin
Live music in the neighborhood
Consider, for instance, The Far Out Lounge and Stage. Patrons can catch musical acts ranging from the “cowboy lounge dream pop” tunes of The Discount Pills to the classic rock and 90s alternative stylings of Brian Wolff and the Howlers, all while dining on offerings from a rotating list of food trucks and enjoying drinks from The Far Out’s full bar. Opened in 2019, The Far Out qualifies as a newcomer in Austin, but it embraces that old Austin ethos and invokes the battle cry of keeping Austin weird. And just to make it even more old school, The Far Out is built around part of the original bar that was first built on the site in 1908.
Casual cuisine and regal retail
The Austin dining scene has followed the same trajectory as the city as a whole, with new world-class restaurants opening seemingly all the time. And while South Austin doesn’t have any Michelin-starred cuisine (yet), there are plenty of places that have that taste of yesteryear in Austin. Residents here can start their day with a chicken biscuit and a cup of coffee at the Brooklyn Breakfast Shop food truck. For Texas barbecue, Chief’s BBQ is the place. Don’t expect linen napkins and candlelight; Chief’s is all about the food and not about the frills. “Places like that are what give the city its character,” says Mary Daniels, CEO of Jewel Realty Group and a longtime Austin resident. “They give the neighborhood that ‘old Austin’ feeling.”South Austin the neighborhood is not necessarily a shopper’s paradise, but South Austin the area has plenty of places to scratch that itch for retail therapy, and it’s all close to the neighborhood. The shops of South Congress are legendary for their variety. From $3 tchotchkes to $3,000 custom-made boots, there’s a store selling just about everything along South Congress. For more everyday shopping needs, H-E-B is in the southeast corner of the neighborhood, Walmart and Target are just across Slaughter Lane.
The great outdoors
When it comes to spending time outside, South Austin residents don’t have to look far for places to go. Centrally located Dittmar Neighborhood Park provides neighborhood residents with 13 acres of open space that includes a playground, walking trails, an outdoor pool and a recreation center complete with a weight room. For even more room to run, residents can head a few blocks south of the neighborhood to Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park, which features miles of hiking trails, a creek for fishing, an off-leash dog park and a vast expanse of open fields that explode with color when the wildflowers bloom in the spring.
Austin area schools
South Austin students are served by the Austin Independent School District, which earns an overall rating of A-minus from Niche. Children can attend Casey Elementary, Bedichek Middle and Akins High School. Casey earns a B rating from Niche, Bedichek earns a C-plus and Akins earns a B. Students at Akins High School choose from one of seven different college preparatory academic tracks, which affords students small learning communities and interactions with professionals working in the fields related to their chosen track. 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.
A variety of home styles
When it comes to homes in South Austin, it seems that the only unifying characteristic is variety. It’s not uncommon to see a low-slung ranch-style home situated next to a multi-story contemporary, with condominiums and townhouses also available in the neighborhood. “Costs are still pretty low comparatively, so we see a lot of professionals and new families buying their first-ever home here,” says Daniels. The median home price in the neighborhood is $450,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $307 per square foot. A two-bedroom/two-bathroom condominium can sell for just under $270,000, and prices can go up to $950,000 for a four-bedroom/three-bathroom ranch-style home.
Getting around town
South Austin is bounded by Interstate 35 to the east, and that proximity makes it easier for commuters to travel the 10 miles to downtown Austin. Several Capital Metro bus stops throughout the neighborhood make it easier to get around town without driving.
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Andrew Spencer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kim Whitlock
Kim Whitlock
Keller Williams Realty-RR WC
(737) 210-4345
49 Total Sales
1 in South Austin
$492,500 Price
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Phillip Chang
Phillip Chang
MODUS Real Estate
(737) 273-9989
118 Total Sales
2 in South Austin
$315K - $475K Price Range
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Rebecca Gindele
Rebecca Gindele
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(737) 377-2919
53 Total Sales
2 in South Austin
$357K - $386K Price Range
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Alyse Black
Alyse Black
Responds QuicklyHeart Of Austin Homes
(737) 204-7305
133 Total Sales
2 in South Austin
$350K - $490K Price Range
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Kevin Haines
Kevin Haines
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(877) 719-4394
70 Total Sales
1 in South Austin
$429,000 Price
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Robert Kraft
RK
Robert Kraft
Sprout Realty
(833) 436-5497
11 Total Sales
1 in South Austin
$450,000 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
Joslin Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
Armadillo Neighborhood Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Dittmar Neighborhood Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Trails
Meadow Lea Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Yarsa Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Austin | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Austin Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Austin, Austin sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Austin, Austin over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
58
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$278
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,339
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,848
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,826
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,238
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,165 - $2,125 per month
- Cala Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 458+ Sq Ft
- 211 Ralph Ablanedo Dr
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
22,185
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$78,075
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,898
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
48%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.5%
% Population in Labor Force
77.2%
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®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36
/ 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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