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Texas Capital

Texas Capital

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78701
$630,670 Average Value
$486 Average Price per Sq Ft
22 Homes For Sale

Texas Capital is the historic heart of Austin

Texas Capital sits at the center of Austin, anchored by the Texas State Capitol building, which was completed in 1888 from sunset red granite and stands taller than the U.S. Capitol. The Capitol grounds cover over 20 acres of lawns, tree-lined walkways and monuments dedicated to the region’s history. The area has major cultural draws beyond the statehouse, too, including the Bullock Texas State History Museum with its interactive exhibits and IMAX Theatre. The neighborhood’s walkable layout ties together government activity, housing and the energy of downtown Austin.

Visitors to the Texas Capitol can explore the Capitol grounds with its monuments and lush landscaping.
Visitors to the Texas Capitol can explore the Capitol grounds with its monuments and lush landscaping.
The Texas African American History Memorial is among the sculptures on the Capitol grounds.
The Texas African American History Memorial is among the sculptures on the Capitol grounds.
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Texas Chili Parlor has been open since 1976.
Texas Chili Parlor has been open since 1976.

What visitors and residents can find near the Capitol

The Capitol dominates a neighborhood that’s also home to an assortment of other state offices, including the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, the Texas State Securities Board and the Texas Ethics Commission. The Texas Legislature meets at the Capitol for 140 days, starting in January of odd-numbered years. The building itself was completed in 1888, is 302 feet tall and is roughly 1 million square feet in total, with an underground extension added in the 1990s. The Capitol is open for tours seven days a week, as is the nearby Bullock Texas State History Museum. Visitors, employees and residents are within a relatively short stroll of multiple restaurants, including:

  • Scholz Garten, a beer garden established in 1866 featuring German food, cold brews and a bowling alley
  • Clay Pit Contemporary Indian Cuisine, a spot for modern Indian dishes served inside a mid-19th-century building with a rustic atmosphere
  • Texas Chili Parlor, an Austin institution open since 1976 and known for chili ranging from mild to hot in a no-frills setting
  • Sapori Italian Roots, a restaurant serving house-made pasta in a fast-casual spot that started as a food trailer
  • Arturo's Underground Cafe, a cozy place for breakfast and lunch, that’s known for its eggs Benedict
There’s a Target with a grocery section just north of the neighborhood on Guadalupe Street. You can make the roughly mile-long trip to downtown Austin’s 2nd Street District for more retail, from Urban Outfitters to the locally owned Toy Joy toy store. “The neighborhood is an ideal location for people who want to be close to the pulse of Austin,” says Judith Bundschuh, a local Realtor and broker with Catalyst Realty. “It’s walking distance to the University of Texas campus, the Capitol, Sixth Street and so much more. It’s the heart of the city."

Condos offer convenient living options in the area.
Condos offer convenient living options in the area.

Condo living dominates the neighborhood’s housing market

Condos are the dominant housing type in Texas Capital. You can find units within the 1960s-built Greenwood Tower or Cambridge Tower, or in The Linden, a relatively recently built 28-story complex. Most of Texas Capital’s condos are either one or two bedrooms, and come with hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. Units sell for prices from the upper $100,000s to the mid-$800,000s in most cases, but some options around 2,000 square feet or more can top $1 million. Monthly HOA fees in the neighborhood range anywhere from about $500 to $3,000.

Waterloo Park is a peaceful retreat nearby.
Waterloo Park is a peaceful retreat nearby.

Where locals can go for green space

The adjacent Waterloo Park covers about 11 acres and is part of the Waterloo Greenway, a park system that follows Waller Creek for nearly 2 miles. The area offers paved trails through native plant gardens, and a playground adds play space for kids. The Moody Amphitheater, an open-air venue seating up to 5,000, hosts regular concerts and community events. You can also get some fresh air at the Capitol grounds and the Texas Capitol Mall, which have open lawns and benches for picnics and relaxation.

Public and private schools are close by

The neighborhood is zoned to the Austin Independent School District, and students are close to both public and private options. Campuses that are relatively close include:

  • Cathedral School of Saint Mary, a private school for prekindergarten through eighth grade whose curriculum puts a focus on analytical thinking
  • Headwaters School’s River Campus, which serves students in grades 6 through 12 has a student-teacher ratio of 13-to-1
  • Russell Lee Elementary School, an Austin ISD school for kindergarten through fifth grade, with after-school clubs ranging from chess to karate
The University of Texas at Austin’s 441-acre main campus neighbors Texas Capital. UT Austin is the second-largest university in Texas with 55,000 students.

On foot, bike, bus or rail in Texas Capital

The Texas Capital neighborhood is walkable and bikeable, making it feasible to get around without a car. Capital Metro bus routes provide extensive coverage throughout the area, and the Capital MetroRail Red Line offers a commuter rail connecting downtown Austin with the city's northwestern suburbs. Interstate 35 runs just east of the neighborhood, and the Mopac Expressway is also nearby. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 8 miles away.

Texas Capital boasts numerous bus stops.
Texas Capital boasts numerous bus stops.
Whether bike or scooter, Texas Capital offers options for eco-friendly travel.
Whether bike or scooter, Texas Capital offers options for eco-friendly travel.
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Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

22 min drive

Bus

1500 San Jacinto Blvd

Bus

805 Trinity & 8th

Bus

Museum Station (Nb)

Bus

Lavaca & 15th

Bus

San Jacinto & 17th

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116 15th & Brazos

Bus

San Jacinto & 14th

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Texas Capital US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 9 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
309
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Median Year Built
1966
Months of Supply
18.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,268
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
8,214
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,355
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
793
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
432
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
435

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
14
Median Rent
$3,125
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,500
Median Condo Rent
$2,645
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,673

Demographics

Total Population
933
Median Age
39
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
10.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$64,166
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$105,790

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.7%
College Graduates
57.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Exceptionally bikeable

Bikeability®

90 / 100

Very walkable

Walkability®

80 / 100

Good public transit

Transit®

70 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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