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West End offers downtown living along the Shoal Creek Greenbelt
On the edge of downtown Austin, West End trades skyline views for shady creek trails, 20th-century cottages and a neighborhood feel you might not expect this close to the city's core. While a few condo buildings have popped up over the years, the Shoal Creek Greenbelt and Duncan Neighborhood Park keep things grounded in nature. It’s downtown living with a quieter atmosphere, but still within walking distance of Texas Capital and the Sixth Street District's nightlife scene.
The Shoal Creek Trail passes right through downtown Austin's West End.
West End offers urban living on the edge of downtown.
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Single-family homes and condos give West End a wide price range
For such a small neighborhood, West End packs in a lot of variety. Early 20th-century bungalows and Craftsman-style cottages are just down the street from mid- and high-rise condo buildings. The Nokonah is one of the neighborhood's most notable addresses, offering units with wraparound balconies and views of the downtown skyline. Condos dominate the market, so buyers who want a single-family home with a yard will find fewer options here than in nearby Clarksville. The median sale price for single-family homes is around $2 million, but single-family listings are rare. Condos can sell anywhere from the lower $300,000s to upwards of $2 million, depending on size, floor and location.
Condos are the most common housing option in most downtown Austin neighborhoods.
West End bungalows offer a bit more space and privacy, but they don't come on the market often.
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Shoal Creek Trail, Duncan Neighborhood Park and a local BMX scene
The Shoal Creek Trail runs right through West End and connects to a much bigger network in the works. "The trail system that the Shoal Creek Trail connects to is actually in the process right now of becoming a 30-mile big loop of trails around Austin, with Shoal Creek being the western side of that loop," says Ivey Kaiser, executive director for the Shoal Creek Conservancy. Runners, dog walkers and cyclists can head south from the neighborhood toward Lady Bird Lake, where the path links with the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.
Along the greenbelt, Duncan Neighborhood Park serves as a community gathering spot with bike racks, picnic tables and wildflower meadows. The 9th Street BMX trails sit just across the street and draw riders of all ages. West End is also home to the Heath Eiland and Morgan Moss BMX Skate Park and the Austin Recreation Center. You can follow the Shoal Creek Trail farther north to Pease District Park, which hosts Eeyore's Birthday Party each spring.
The Shoal Creek Trail is Austin's oldest hike-and-bike trail.
Locals walk their dogs along the Shoal Creek Trail.
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Walk to downtown's shops, restaurants and bars from the West End.
West End is walkable to downtown Austin's shopping and dining
You can knock out shopping and dining without ever getting in the car. “This part of downtown Austin is great because it's within walking distance of Sixth Street, which is a really popular destination,” says Kimberly Fodor, a local Realtor with Compass. “Part of Sixth Street is near the University of Texas, and the other part is more upscale. It's where you'll find a lot of trendy bars, restaurants and entertainment. It's a really eclectic pocket of the city.” North Lamar Boulevard is another popular corridor just steps from West End. A few standout restaurants within walking distance include:
Shoal Creek Saloon, a Cajun spot right on the banks of Shoal Creek
Idlewild Coffee, a downtown cafe you can stop by on the way to work
24 Diner, known for its all-day breakfast menu
Ranch 616, for Tex-Mex favorites and weekend brunches
Two Goose, serving Texas-style barbecue for breakfast and lunch
Daily errands are close to home, too. Nearby Market District is home to Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods Market’s flagship store. You can shop local at BookPeople and Waterloo Records & Video, two of Austin’s most well-known indie stores. More boutiques are within walking distance in Northshore Austin's 2nd Street District.
West End's walkable, bike-friendly streets near major highways
West End is one of downtown's more pedestrian- and bike-friendly neighborhoods. Most daily errands are within walking or biking distance, and the Shoal Creek Trail is convenient for car-free commutes. The Capitol Complex, City Hall, and the museums along Congress Avenue are all within a mile of the neighborhood. Multiple CapMetro bus routes connect West End to the rest of the city. For drivers, the location is hard to beat. MoPac Expressway is roughly 2 miles west, and Interstate 35 is about a mile east.
Highly rated public and private schools for West End students
West End is part of the Austin Independent School District. Mathews Elementary School serves the neighborhood with an A rating from Niche, and it incorporates design thinking and maker education into its curriculum. O. Henry Middle School and Austin High School both earn A-minus ratings from Niche. Headwaters School is a highly rated private option in West End, earning an A-plus from Niche and offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Austin High School serves students in the neighborhood.
Mathews Elementary School earns high ratings in the Austin ISD.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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West End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West End, Austin sell after 128 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in West End, Austin over the last 12 months is $452,748, down 78% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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