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An East Austin neighborhood that remains mostly immune to the revitalization of other nearby areas here yet retains some charm, the MLK 183 neighborhood features single family homes in the price range of $150,000 to $200,000. There are also some reasonably priced lots available if you want to have a custom home erected. It is less congested than most parts of the city unless you travel west, and you can use the Capitol Metro bus lines in the area to avoid that if you want to take a trip into downtown or the 6th Street Historic District for a night on the town.

The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are a few private school options close by. There is not much nightlife in the area but there are a few good Mexican food restaurants in the area and an Austin chain restaurant staple, Dan's Hamburgers. This is a much safer area than it looks with a low crime rate in part because of its relatively low profile and location. The neighborhood is a mix of ages and ethnic groups that get along well.

The Martin Luther King neighborhood of East Austin is not really a cohesive area by the standards of Austin, as it is severed in parts by some of the major East Austin thoroughfares. Long known as a high crime region, it has made strides in recent years and single family homes here range in price from $140, to $250,000. There is ample green space here as there are many empty lots where homes once stood and there is some new construction in the area helping to drive up property values. It is in general a friendly neighborhood and crime tends to center around low-rent apartments in pockets of the neighborhood.

It's served by the Austin Independent School District and there are private school options close by. Capitol Metro bus service makes it easy and cheap to get to the University of Texas at Austin or any other part of the city. There is little in the form of nightlife in this area and few dining options except for fast food and Mexican cuisine. There are worse places to raise a family in the city of Austin, but there are also more attractive areas if you can afford it.

The Southeast, Austin neighborhood, also known as Dove Springs, is a neighborhood that has long had a well-deserved reputation for being a high crime area overwhelmed with drugs and prostitution, but there are some positive changes in the works. Just to the west of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, there are more vacant lots here than anything and the few residents of the area have to deal with incoming and outgoing planes at all times of the night and day. While the airport itself does have some Austin flavor in the form of popular eateries and dining unique to the city, if you're not leaving or coming back from a flight, there is no reason to be caught here.

While there are some hotels and dining options here, most of the people you'll meet here are traveling to and from the city for business or pleasure. There are the Capitol Metro bus and rail lines to take you to other parts of the city that are much more attractive and safe.

Bordered to the north by Ben White Boulevard, the Manchaca neighborhood is located south of Downtown Austin and there is a lot to be said for this affordable area. It is convenient, it's located just southwest of St. Edwards University, a short drive or Capitol Metro bus ride to downtown or Town Lake, and has easy access to Interstate 35. Single family homes here that are of the older 1970's era range in price from $100,000 to $200,000, and several new homes are going up in the area, which is serving to up the property values of the area. There are still some homes here in disrepair and this is not the safest Austin neighborhood as there is some criminal elements in the area, robbery being the most common crime, but it is also far from the worst neighborhood.

It's close to rail and bus lines of the Capitol Metro public transportation system and the area is served by the Austin Independent School District. There are also a few private school options that are within a reasonable distance. It's also close to South Congress Street, known by the locals as SoCo, and all of the quirky shops and dining options it has to offer.

Bordered to the south by Town Lake and to the west by the Downtown Austin area, the Holly neighborhood is an area in transition. Single family homes here are small in size and range in price from $125,000 up to $200,000 and more. There is new construction in the form of larger single family homes and multiple story upscale condominiums and apartments that are bringing in a younger crowd to the neighborhood. A power plant that once operated in the area is now being converted into a park, added even more value to the area. Property values have been steadily climbing in this part of Austin for several years now.

It's close to public transportation with Capitol Metro and close to Downtown Austin and the Historic 6th Street Entertainment District. The area is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are several private school options nearby. It's a largely quiet and safe neighborhood for an inner city and it definitely has some of the charm that only Austin can provide in the Lone Star State.

Living in the Downtown Austin, Texas neighborhood puts you close to where all of the action is happening. The housing here mostly consists of luxury condominiums that can run over $1,000,000 and upscale apartments that are occupied for the most part by hip urban professionals. There may not be a better downtown living experience in the nation, and certainly not in Texas. Living here puts you within walking or biking distance of the 6th Street Historic District, the State Capitol, and all of the lakes and parks Austin is famous for.

You're also close to all of the best fine dining options in the city, and Capitol Metro bus and rail lines make owning a car unnecessary, because if you had one you would not be able to find a parking space anyway. The crime rate is low and it's a safe area for the most part. The southern border of the area is Town Lake, and there are plenty of entertainment options here, or you can enjoy the beauty of the area and relax.

The Dawson neighbor is located south of Downtown Austin, and is a safe and affordable place for families. There are single family homes here that run from around $175,000 to $350,000 for a 1750 square foot house. There are also a number of affordable condominiums and apartments, and a few townhomes. It's close to St. Edwards University so it's ideal for students from there and the University
of Texas at Austin. It's clean and green for the most part and a safe place to raise a family with low crime rates.

It's served by the Capitol Metro public transportation system so it's fast and easy to get to any part of town. This neighborhood has some of the better performing Austin Independent School District campuses as well. It's close to South Congress Street and it's not far to downtown, but before you go there are more than a few funky eateries and nightlife options in the area to be checked out. This is a tight-knit neighborhood that enjoys all the best Austin has to offer without all of the noise that comes with it.

Conveniently located with the MoPac Expressway on the eastern border and the State Capitol of Texas Highway to the south, the Barton Hills Square neighborhood of Austin, Texas boasts fabulous shopping with one of the best malls in the city. Housing here when available can run up to $800,000 and this neighborhood is right next to some of Austin's best amenities including Zilker Metropolitan Park and Town Lake Park. It's a safe and quiet neighborhood for the most part with one of the lowest crime rates in the city. This is an excellent place to raise a family or enjoy upscale living close to all of the action.

The area is served by the Austin Independent School District, which has some of its higher performing schools in this area. The neighborhood is a mix of young, urban professionals and older people who have retired to the area. There are plenty of great dining and nightlife options on the borders of the neighborhood and if that is not enough, it's a quick drive east to all of the best Downtown Austin has to offer.

The Mueller neighborhood of Austin, Texas was formerly known as the site of the Austin Municipal Airport. Today it is being designed to be home for up to 10,000 people. Planners have an urban village concept in mind with several upscale condominiums being housed in what appears to be one large custom single family home. Other options will also be available.

The centerpiece of this urban village will be Mueller Lake Park, which will be the largest of several parks spread about the neighborhood and connected by a scenic bike trail. This is a great place for a jog or a picnic, or to just catch some sun rays and enjoy the great Texas weather. This could very well be a great place to raise a family, only time will tell, but the way some of the neighborhood is is being planned it may appeal more to singles and college students. There are a lack of good dining options and nightlife in this area though.

The Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Austin, Texas is located just south of Lady Bird Lake and has the Montopolis neighborhood to the east. This has historically been a struggling area of the city though there is some hope for a rebound in the near future. This neighborhood has long been home to students from the University of Texas at Austin and students today can take a shuttle bus to campus. New condominiums are under construction in many parts of the area and they carry a reasonable price tag of around $150,000. Still, with the neighbor this area has to the east, it still has a stigma it is working to overcome.

One of the best hopes for the area is Roy G. Guerrero Park. Currently under construction, when finished, it is designed to have baseball fields, picnic tables, playgrounds, softball fields, hiking trails, and volleyball courts on 362 acres of land. On the down side, there are several run-down apartment complexes that fuel a high crime rate and downgrade property values. This is not the place to raise a family at the present time, but an investment today could pay dividends later as the plight of this neighborhood improves.

The East Oak Hill neighborhood of Austin is one of the more exclusive areas of the city. Located to the southwest of Downtown Austin, this neighborhood boasts winding tree-lined streets and lots of peace and quiet. It's just south of the Barton Creek Wilderness Park, so there is green space in abundance. Single family homes here are for the most part spacious and new with several having a $1,000,000 plus price tag, though some older homes can be had for as little $250,000, a reasonable price to pay for entrance into this coveted neighborhood. This is a safe neighborhood with a low crime rate and one of the very best in the entire city for raising a family if you can afford the price tag.

Some of the Austin Independent School District's highest performing schools serve this area. If you desire a private school option St. Andrews Episcopal School is located within the neighborhood. It's close to all of the amenities of Barton Creek Wilderness Park and a a shopping mall is close by. There's just very little not to love about this neighborhood outside of the fact it lacks the cool Austin vibe and has no nightlife.

One of the older South Austin neighborhoods, the Garrison Park area has many tree-lined streets and affordable housing. There are neat single family homes here for as little as $160,000 and condominiums can be bought for $100,000. It's easy and inexpensive to get to almost any part of the city with Capitol Metro bus and rail lines, and it's a relatively short commute to downtown and all of the shopping and dining experiences it has to offer.

It's home to Garrison Park, which is a great place for children to play and adults to walk, bike, or jog among abundant green space and beauty. It also has plenty of nature trails to be explored and swimming pool to help you beat the simmering Texas heat in the summer. Garrison Park is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are also private school options in the area. It's a safe neighborhood by Austin standards and a good place to raise a family without spending a bundle of money. The neighborhood is also bordered by several good Mexican, Italian, and Chinese restaurants.

A nice suburban area south of the city of Austin, the West Oak Hill neighborhood offers a slower pace of living away from the hustle and bustle of the capitol city. Here you can find 3-bedroom 1400 square foot homes for as low as $200,000 with roomier newly constructed homes in the area selling for as much as $400,000. One of the main drawbacks to this neighborhood is that it is a good commute into the city and traffic can be maddening during the rush hours.

Many of the homes feature exquisite landscaping and this area has a strong rural appeal. It is lacking in shopping and dining options and this makes for traffic on the main roads into Austin that is some of the worst in Travis County. It's a safe, largely crime free area ideal for raising a family or retiring to a community with a rural feel that is not that far away from all that the city of Austin has to offer. There are a few national chain fast food eateries and pizza shops on State Highway 290 so it is not entirely barren of dining options.

Located on the north side of the intersection of North Mopac Expressway and State Highway 183, the Gateway neighborhood of Northwest Austin is a business district with plenty shopping and dining options. At the intersection of two of the most traveled roads in the city, it's easy to get to if you don't go during rush hour. This is a typical urban shopping center without any of the flavor you find in most parts of the city.

It is home to the Gateway Shopping Center which has a number of retail stores with clothing for men and women, sporting goods, toys, restaurants, and a movie theatre. If you love games and fun with your food, there's a Dave and Busters on the southern border of the neighborhood where you can enjoy yourself after a day of shopping. If you're looking for bargains, and don't care about charm and ambiance, this is a good place to find some bargains on a wide range of goods and services.

The part of Austin east of Interstate 35 has long had a reputation for not being the best part of town, and with good reason. The Johnston Terrace is the example that proves the generalization is right as this neighborhood has long been neglected and has many run down properties and foreclosed homes. Prices for what homes are here are lower than average in Austin for good reason. This is also a high crime area that has also in the past been used as a dumpground.

This area is served by the Austin Independent School District, which has many of its poorer performing schools in this area. Traffic in the area can back up and public transportation is limited in this part of the city. There are not a lot of places to get a bite to eat in this area unless you're a fan of authentic Mexican. Nightlife options are also non-existent and you don't want to be out after dark in this neighborhood anyway.

Located in the southeastern part of Austin, the Franklin Park neighborhood is a low-income area with affordable housing. Some of the single family homes here can sell for as little as $60,000 while most are priced in the $100,000 plus range. It is a reasonably quiet and safe area while offering little of the frills, nightlife, and quirkiness of other low-income areas of Austin. It's bordered to the west by Interstate 35 and East Stassney Lane to the south and this area can experience the blunt of traffic from other areas coming into the city during rush hour.

There are a number of low-rent apartment complexes in the area that undermine the overall safety of the neighborhood, but the further east you go from Interstate 35 you'll find ranch style homes that are in general well maintained. This is an ethically diverse area with a majority of Hispanics and some whites, African-Americans, and Asians. The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District and public transportation is available through Capitol Metro. It's also close to the downtown area and the University of Texas at Austin.

The Old Enfield neighborhood, just west of the University of Texas at Austin, is the oldest of three neighborhoods that are considered part of the Old West Austin Historic District. This part of the city has a number of well-preserved early to mid-20th Century homes, with many of them that are sprawling estates selling in the $1,000,000 plus range. This is one of the most beautiful, quiet, and safe neighborhoods in the city of Austin and is the perfect place for families if you can afford it.

It's served by some of the highest performing schools in the Austin Independent School District. There are plenty of dining and entertainment options that are just west of the area and it's a bike ride away from the University of Texas at Austin. Resident often take advantage of beautiful Pease Park, which runs along the banks of Shoal Creek. There is an abundance of green space and mature beautiful trees in this neighborhood that has a long history dating back almost as long as the city of Austin.

Located in the northeast part of the city of Austin, the Coronado Hills neighborhood is a working-class family neighborhood. A largely Hispanic neighborhood, what it lacks in Austin charm and weirdness it makes up for with being a fairly clean, quiet, and safe family neighborhood. It's a good drive through some tough traffic to the downtown area, which is one reason prices here are reasonable with single family homes ranging from around $200,000, and there are also duplexes in the area that can be had for a reasonable monthly rent compared to other parts of the city.

The neighborhood is contained within some of the city's major arteries and traffic can be hair-raising during rush hours in the morning and afternoon. And this is also a factor as traffic noise makes the neighborhood much less than during peak traffic times and some nights. If you love good authentic Mexican food and Tex-Mex, there are a number of good choices that border the neighborhood to the south and west.

Like many of the neighborhoods east of Interstate 35, Rosewood is a low-income area with reasonable single family homes, apartments, and condominiums. It's not for people who are looking for quiet, as a railroad line runs through the middle of the neighborhood and it's close to the noise of Interstate 35 and other major thoroughfares. Homes here run the range from $150,000 to $300,000, but the area is marred by several low-income apartment complexes that help to feed the criminal element of the neighborhood.

This is primarily an African-American community with some Hispanics mixed in. It's easy to get to more desirable parts of the city via Capitol Metro public transit. The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District, though most schools perform at a lower level than the norm for the city. This is not the place for families with children or anyone else who can afford to live in a safer part of the city. There are few nightlife options and a lack of quality restaurants, you'll have to travel to experience that in the city.

The West Congress neighborhood of Austin, Texas is an area that is low-income yet family-friendly and it is seeing some new home construction that should bode well for future property values. Single family homes here run the range from $125,000 up to $400,000 for a new 4-bedroom 3-bath 2400 square foot home. It's for the most part a quiet and peaceful neighborhood with less crime than other low-cost Austin areas. It's good place for a family just starting out as it has a chance to appreciate in value with the booming population in the Austin area looking to continue for the near future.

The area is served by the Austin Independent School District, and the local schools perform fairly well in comparison to other district schools. South Congress Street, or SoCo as it is known by the locals, is the eastern border of the neighborhood so you can easily head north to downtown and other Austin attractions though traffic can be bad at rush hour. There is also public transit with the Capitol Metro and a number of good Mexican food restaurants and national chain fast food restaurants that border the neighborhood on the north and south.

The Sweetbriar neighborhood in Austin is located south of Town Lake and it's bordered to the east by Interstate 35. It is a mix of affordable single family homes, condominiums, and apartments with homes ranging from around $120,000. There are a few more upscale type condominiums here in the $200,000 range. It has more of a Texas suburb feel than Austin and parking may be more readily available here than any other place in the city.

The area is served by the Austin Independent School District and this is a racially diverse neighborhood with a large percentage of Hispanic residents. There are the usual dining options with most of the big chain fast food restaurants here along with some very good Mexican and Tex-Mex options. There are also not many nightlife options without traveling north toward the downtown area. This is a relatively safe neighborhood that is family-friendly. It has direct access to South Congress, or SoCo as the locals call it, so you're only a short drive away from some of the best the city has to offer.

Driving about the Pecan Springs neighborhood of Austin, it looks like any other suburban neighborhood in the state with older single 1960's era family ranch style homes that are reasonably priced in the $80,000 to $150,000 in general. While it lacks the weird and cool Austin vibe, it does have an older mix of mostly Hispanic and African-American residents, and it is generally safe and quiet with friendly neighbors who look out for each other.

The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District and is not totally without charm as Pecan Springs Park provides some green space. It's a pretty good drive to get to downtown and good entertainment options, things that are lacking here. There is also a lack of good places to eat out without leaving the neighborhood. It is close to State Highway 183, so it is easy to get around to other parts of the city.

Bordered by Interstate 35 to the east and West Anderson Lane to the south, the Georgian Acres neighborhood of Austin, Texas is not the choice for those looking for peace and quiet, but it close to major thoroughfares. While this is not the worst neighborhood in town, it's also far from the best but it does have affordable single family housing that ranges from $70,000 in the southern part of the Georgian Acres area up to around $200,000 in the northern. Crime is higher here than in most parts of the city and this is not the place to raise a family if you can afford better.

It's a fairly decent distance to Downtown Austin and traffic can be maddening at rush hour. The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District though the schools in this area for the most part do not perform up the levels of other Austin schools. There are good shopping options here and a number of good eating establishments, and the best way to get around is using the Capitol Metro bus lines.

Located just south of the East Austin area and north of Town Lake, the Govalle neighborhood features some of the lowest price single family homes in the city with prices from $100,000 to $200,000 and low apartment rental prices. On the flip side, it's one of the worse neighborhoods in Austin in many parts though there are a few hidden gems in the area in the form of a thriving art community. This is not the place to be after dark and the area is in general deeply in need of some repair and maintenance. There is heavy industry in the area so it's not great for peace and quiet either.

It's a racially diverse neighborhood with a few good fine dining choices of you love Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. There are Capitol Metro lines in the area so it's easy to make the relatively short trip to the University of Texas and Downtown Austin. The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District though the area schools have been lagging other in the district in performance.

A low-income area in East Austin, the Chestnut Neighborhood is a grid of small homes that are generally well kept and affordable. Single family homes here range from $130,000 on the low end to $330,000 for homes that have been newly constructed. There are new businesses in the area and it is for the most part a safe and quiet neighborhood. An investment here could bring dividends if the area continues to show improvement. There are also a number of vacant lots at affordable prices ready for new homes to be constructed.

The neighborhood does have its advantages as well. It's a short drive or bike ride to the University of Texas at Austin and all of the great entertainment options around the school. A short distance to the south is Town Lake. Chestnut is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are private school options within a reasonable distance. For the city of Austin, there is a distinct lack of dining options in the area and while there are a couple of nightclubs, they are not of the variety that you would want to visit at night.

The Heritage Hills neighborhood of Austin, Texas is an affordable option for those looking to make a move to this Texas capitol city, but it does come with some fairly significant drawbacks to be considered. Single family homes here can run as low as $95,000 to $150,000, but there are many homes in this neighborhood that are in foreclosure and could use some work. With Interstate 35 as a western border and State Highway 183 as a southern border, this area can be a traffic nightmare during rush hours. It's definitely not the safest area of Austin as it has a high crime rate and some unsavory elements that come out at night.

It's close to the Capitol Metro bus and rail lines, so it's easy and inexpensive to travel to other parts of the city without a car, in fact, most days it is faster. Residents here are at least working with city officials to improve the area, so there may be some hope for the future of this neighborhood. There are a few good dining options on the borders of the neighborhood and it's served by the Austin Independent School District, but schools in this area has historically performed poorly.

The University of Texas at Austin is not the only institute of higher learning in town, Austin is also home to St. Edwards University, a small, private liberal arts Catholic school that is located south of Town Lake and is also bordered by Interstate 35 to the east. St. Edwards is one of the most ethnically and economically diverse private schools in the nation and the campus is home to a large percentage of their students. It's also known for its picturesque campus with lots of green space that is ideal for a walk or jog. It has a unique home town feel that's distinctly different from typically weird Austin. Rental rates here are slightly less than the Austin average making this a surprisingly affordable housing option.

It's easy to get around by Capitol Metro rail or bus lines, and it's close to some of the best that Austin has to offer. This is a safe neighborhood that has a number of dining and nightlife options on the outskirts of the neighborhood such as excellent Mexican food, Chinese restaurants, Indian cuisine diners, and bars. There is also the coffee bar with a bit of vibe that is part of so many great Austin neighborhoods.

Located to the north of the Downtown Austin area, the Highlands neighborhood is an affordable option for those looking to make a move to this Texas city. Single family homes here range from $150,000 to $275,000 and there are also very affordable apartment and condominium options. It borders Interstate 35 to the east and has plenty of Capitol Metro rail and bus options, so it's easy to get anywhere in the city. It's a racially diverse neighborhood with a growing Asian population and is a fairly safe neighborhood that borders on some neighborhoods that are less than desirable. The direction this neighborhood is heading is in question with some of the strip malls losing tenants and a crime rate that has been on the rise.

It's served by the Austin Independent School District, and private schools are also in the area. One of the drawbacks to this neighborhood is that it lacks the charm and vibe that many of the other low-income areas of Austin have in abundance. Still there are several good dining options on the borders of the neighborhood such as big chain fast food options and a couple of coffee houses and Italian and seafood restaurants.

Located to the north of the Downtown Austin area, the Highlands neighborhood is an affordable option for those looking to make a move to this Texas city. Single family homes here range from $150,000 to $275,000 and there are also very affordable apartment and condominium options. It borders Interstate 35 to the east and has plenty of Capitol Metro rail and bus options, so it's easy to get anywhere in the city. It's a racially diverse neighborhood with a growing Asian population and is a fairly safe neighborhood that borders on some neighborhoods that are less than desirable. The direction this neighborhood is heading is in question with some of the strip malls losing tenants and a crime rate that has been on the rise.

It's served by the Austin Independent School District, and private schools are also in the area. One of the drawbacks to this neighborhood is that it lacks the charm and vibe that many of the other low-income areas of Austin have in abundance. Still there are several good dining options on the borders of the neighborhood such as big chain fast food options and a couple of coffee houses and Italian and seafood restaurants.

Central East Austin is a neighborhood in transition with a number of older residents, who now find themselves with hip, younger, artistic neighbors. Single family homes here run from $100,000 to $300,000 making it one of the more affordable area of the city. It is a diverse neighborhood with an eclectic mix of ethnic groups and ages and is a relatively safe area that is also quiet and charming. It's also an affordable place to raise a family though poor lighting makes this area seem foreboding at night.

It's easy to get to any part of the city with Capitol Metro bus lines, and it's close to the University of Texas at Austin and all of the great nightlife options available in that part of town. The area is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are private school options close by as well. This is area is also unique in that has a graveyard that dates back to the 19th Century with a number of notable Austin residents buried here. While there are some foreclosed properties in the area and boarded up houses, this does have the look of a neighborhood on the rise.

If you'd like to experience the cool and hip factors of Austin, Texas without draining your bank account, the North Loop neighborhood north of the downtown area is one option you should consider. Single family homes here run for the most part from about $110,000 to $300,000 and there are also affordable apartment options in the neighborhood as well. There are a number of funky vintage shops in the area and coffee shops where you can see the artistic side of the neighborhood. This is not the best or worst area for a family, but it most definitely leans toward the trendy and artsy types.

The neighborhood is also home to a number of students from the University of Texas at Austin, so there is a young vibe and energy in the area. There is some nightlife in the area that caters to a young adult crowd and a number of different dining options. There is an Italian market, a Mexican food restaurant, and hip burger joints that have good food at reasonable prices. It is a relatively safe neighborhood for an inner city and has that cool Austin chic attitude that defines the capitol city of Texas.

The North Lamar neighborhood of Austin, Texas is one of the most affordable places in the city to live, but it has its drawbacks that you should consider before making a move. While some single family homes here go for as little as $70,000, many homes are in a state of disrepair after being foreclosed on. It's bordered to the east by Interstate 35, so it can be noisy at times. The southern border of the neighborhood, East Rundberg Lane, has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the more dangerous places in the city. Crime rates are higher here than in other low-income parts of Austin and schools in general here perform poorly. For the most part, this is not the place you'd want to live or raise a family.

The neighborhood does have some redeeming qualities though. There are several good places to eat on the western border of the neighborhood including Chuys, an Austin Tex-Mex institution. There is also an abundance of big chain fast food joints and a Chinese restaurant. Since it is bordered by Interstate 35, it is easy to get to any other part of the city quickly.

Home to the hipsters, jazz fans, and art students of the University of Texas at Austin, the North University neighborhood is located just north of the college campus. This neighborhood is a mix of single family homes, condos, and apartments. Homes can run from the $200,000 and up range while condominiums run the gauntlet from $120,000 to $180,000. There's plenty to see and do here though this is not the place for a family as it can get rather rowdy on Longhorn games days and the weekends.

It's bordered on the west by Guadalupe Street, which is without a doubt one of the most colorful streets in the city with an eclectic collection of tattoo parlors, diners, shops, and more. There's no need to have a car in this neighborhood, as if you could find a parking spot anyway. Capitol Metro bus and rail lines can quickly and easily take you to most any part of the city. It's also a very hike and bike friendly part of the city and ideal for going out for a night on the town without drinking and driving as there are several excellent taverns and pubs in the area. This is the place for students who love to party.

Bordered by MoPac Expressway to the west and by Austin Memorial Park Cemetery and Brentwood to the south, Allandale is an upscale Austin neighborhood that is ideal for raising a family. It's a safe and quiet area that has a strong neighborhood association that boasts its own web site, The Allandale Reporter, so residents can better keep in touch and learn the latest neighborhood news and alerts. Single family homes here sell for $200,000 on the very low end, up to $500,000 and more which is more of the norm. There are also a few condominiums and apartments in the area but they tend to run on the pricey side as well.

The area is served by the Austin Independent School District, which has some of its very best performing schools here. There are also a few private school options in the area. The heart of the neighborhood is the Northwest District Park, which has playgrounds for the kids, a fishing pier, and lots of lovely green space. You don't have to venture far to find something to eat, as the west border of the neighborhood has Mexican and Greek restaurants, and a few pizza joints and nightclubs if you feel like having a drink.

Located in the northeast part of Austin, Texas, the St. Johns neighborhood is one of the most affordable areas of the city, but also one of the most crime-ridden and has many homes in poor condition. Single family homes here can run as low as $55,000 on up to $135,000, but what the area lacks in looks, it makes up for somewhat with residents who are committed to working with the city of Austin to bring much needed improvements to the roads and other facilities. Residents also for the most part work hard to keep lawns and homes in the best possible condition.

It's a pretty good drive to the downtown area, but it is bordered by major thoroughfares so it is easy to get anywhere in the city. This neighborhood has a history that dates back to the Civil War and was for years a predominately African-American community, though a majority of residents today are Hispanic. Still, this is not the best place to raise a family and the Austin Independent School District
which serves the area sees some of its most poorly performing schools here.

Located just west of the Hyde Park area, Triangle Slate neighborhood mostly caters to young, urban professionals as this is one lovely and fantastic place in the city of Austin with manicured lawns fronting upscale homes and condominiums. The neighborhood is full of great retail shops, fine dining establishments, and other businesses that hardly make it necessary to ever leave the neighborhood as everything you need to live can be found here. If you can afford it, this is a green and safe place to raise a family with low crime rates and great neighbors.

You really don't need a car in this area since traffic is terrible at times and parking almost non-existent, with Capitol Metro bus and rail lines nearby. It's close to the University of Texas at Austin and the entertainment districts of South Congress and 6th Street. The area is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are excellent private schools close to the area as well. This is a great place to see the beautiful people of Austin and people-watch while you take a long lunch or dinner at one of the fine dining establishments in the area.

The Upper Boggy Creek/Cherrywood neighborhood of Austin, Texas is a densely populated area north and east of the downtown area. It is also one of the quirkier neighborhoods in the city with a weirdness all its own. This is one of the more affordable regions in the city with some homes as low as $100,000 and others that climb into the $250,000 range. The entire neighborhood with the exception of the parts closer to Interstate 35 that have a somewhat seedier side; are cool and artistic and it is bordered to the south and west by hip coffee houses, quaint diners, and art establishments.

The area is served by the Austin Independent School District, and there are private schools in the area as well. Crime rates are relatively low and the neighbors are friendly, making this an affordable place to raise a family. Streets for the most part are shady and tree-lined, making it ideal for a walk or jog, but watch out because you never know if you might run into someone still stuck in the 1960's. All in all, this is a great place to live and emerge yourself into a diverse neighborhood where there is always something going on.

An up and coming neighborhood north of Downtown Austin, and east of Interstate 35, University Hills is an ethically diverse neighborhood that works together well to maintain their homes. A strong neighborhood association that has a web page and a Facebook page helps to keep streets clean and lawns manicured. Single family homes in this little corner of Austin run from $100,000 to $250,000 and monthly apartment rents tend to run from $700 and up.

Here neighbors look out for each other making this a safe place to raise a family and also helps to keep the crime rate low. There is some green space in the area with the Dottie Jordan Park and Pool, which is also an ideal place to cool off the kids during the sweltering Texas summer. Little Walnut Creek is a picturesque waterway in the neighborhood that residents do a good job of maintaining. It does have drawbacks in that public transportation is a bit out of the way, but it is close to major thoroughfares making it easy to get to any part of the city of Austin. This is for the most part a safe and racially diverse neighborhood that is friendly and a good place to raise a family for those needing more affordable housing options.

The West University neighborhood of Austin, Texas is better known by the locals as West Campus, is one of the most densely populated areas of the city and it is mostly comprised of students that attend the University of Texas at Austin, which is just east of the neighborhood. The housing is a mix of bungalow-style single family homes that are in some cases beside modern high-rise condominiums and apartments. A few historic mansions that date from the early 20th Century are also part of the mix.

It's easy and cheap to get to anywhere in the city with nearby Capitol Metro rail and bus lines. This is not the best place to raise a family as it can be noisy at times and there is some crime in this area, mostly of the property crime and burglary variety. Homes in the area can be high, with many in the $400,000 plus range and apartment rent runs from $1,000 monthly and up. It's a stone's throw from the State Capitol of Texas and close to the great live music venues of 6th Street. Guadalupe Street, or the Drag as it is known by the locals, borders the neighborhood and has a wide variety of quirky and affordable dining options.

A northeastern neighborhood in the city of Austin, Texas, Windsor Hills offers affordable family housing in an area that could be described as rather bland by Austin's standards. Single family homes here run from $120,000 to $200,000 and one and two bedroom apartments run from $700 to $1200 monthly. While it may lack the weirdness and frills of other Austin neighborhoods, it is safe and quiet for the most part and an affordable place to raise a family.

While it may be a bit boring, it's not far from the very best that the city of Austin has to offer, as it is only minutes away from the University of Texas at Austin and the South Congress area, known as SoCo by the locals, with its quirky gift shops and eateries. It's easy to travel to any part of the city with the Capitol Metro bus line and the area is served by the Austin Independent School District, and there are a couple of private schools in the area, Mt. Sinai Christian Academy being one. It has almost all of the usual national chain fast food restaurants on its border, and yes, it does have the Texas icon Dairy Queen on Manor Road on the eastern border of the neighborhood.

Crestview is a central Austin, Texas neighborhood with a northern boundary of West Anderson Lane and a western boundary of Burnet Road. It dates to the 1950's and 1960's when it was developed over land that had once been a dairy farm. It is a neighborhood of single family bungalows and mid-20th Century ranch homes that range in price from $100,000 on the southern edges of the neighborhood to $325,000 in the north part. There is a lot to like about this neighborhood as friendly neighbors are known for watching out for each other and there are iconic business establishments such as Top Notch Burgers, which dates to 1971, and Minimax Grocery Store which was founded in 1953.

Access to any part of the city is fast and cheap thanks to the Crestview Station of the Capitol Metro rail system. The crime rate here is low and it's a great place to raise a family. The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District and is just north of McCallum High School. It's a quick drive south down Guadalupe Street to get to the University of Texas at Austin so it's also an ideal location for students.

The Windsor Park neighborhood of Austin is bounded on the east by Interstate 35 and to the south by East 51st Street. This eastern central Austin neighborhood is a family-friendly place with affordable housing and it's only a few minutes from downtown and the University of Texas. It's a diverse neighborhood with a majority of Hispanic residents and a mix and white and African-Americans. Single family homes range mostly from $100,000 to $300,000 and apartment rents range from $700 to $1100 monthly.

The neighborhood is served by the Austin Independent School District, and you also have a private school to choose from in Sacred Heart Catholic School. It's a close-knit neighborhood that has a neighborhood association and a web site so you can get answers to questions and find out the latest news. The crime rate is relatively low for an inner city neighborhood and a safe place for children to play, and on the southern boundary of the neighborhood is Bartholomew District Park, which is ideal for an afternoon out with the kids. A branch of the Austin public library is here for people who love reading or need internet access. Dining options are rather limited but there are a few quality Mexican restaurants in the neighborhood.

The Wooten neighborhood is on the north side of the city of Austin and is bordered by Research Boulevard to the north and West Anderson Lane to the south. It's one of the most affordable neighborhoods in all of Austin with a mix of single family homes, apartments, and townhomes. Single family homes here range from around $150,000 to $275,000. Townhomes can be had for just over $65,000. It's a mix of families, professionals, and students, and is a safe neighborhood to raise a family with a relatively low crime rate.

The neighborhood is close to public transportation options with Capitol Metro, since it is a relatively long drive to the downtown area. This is a community with strong spirit as they have their very own community web page and Facebook page where you can get up to speed on the latest news and happenings. While it is somewhat lacking in entertainment and fine dining options there are Mexican food restaurants, fast food and pizza options, and an Olive Garden on the borders of the neighborhood. Austin Independent School District serves the area and the schools are above average for a mostly lower income area. There are also private schools options available just south of the neighborhood.

The South Lamar neighborhood of Austin, also know by the locals as SoLa, is bounded to the west by the exclusive Barton Hills area. It has undergone a renaissance in recent years as the street it is named for has sprung new life with a mixture of funky shops, boutiques, coffee shops, lounges, and a wide variety of cool dining options such as a rib shack and pizza parlor.

Homes in this area start at around $175,000 and can go up as high as $1,000,000 for one of the more exclusive family homes. There are plenty of apartment and condominium options and the neighborhood is a mix of ethnic groups, the majority being Caucasian and Hispanic. This is a relatively safe neighborhood for an inner city and has a low crime rate. It's a mix of families, students, and retirees and one can get everything needed to live and play without every leaving the neighborhood. It's easy to get around as major arteries bisect the neighborhood and public transportation with Capitol Metro makes it easy and inexpensive to get to any part of the city. It's served by the Austin Independent School District, and several private school are just minutes away.

Bounded to the north by Lady Bird Lake, and Interstate 35 to the east, the Travis Heights neighborhood of Austin is a unique blend of homes and hip apartments. Some of the homes date back to the 1920's and there is some new development going on as well. It boasts beautiful tree-lined streets and rolling hills and it is close to just about everything Austin has to offer. The neighborhood is a blend of artists, students, families, and hipsters who enjoy the central location.

The homes in this area range from $300,000, to well over a million for some of the mansions that were constructed in the 1920's and 1930's. There are also more affordable condominiums and apartments, but you can still expect to pay close to $1,000 a month in rent. The neighborhood is a mix of ethnic groups and has a low crime rate and is a generally safe place to raise a family. Another reason this neighborhood draws in people is the fact it is so close to the rejuvenated South Congress Street area, with its eclectic collection of funky shops and diners. It's served by the Austin Independent School District, and there are also excellent private schools nearby as well.

One of the very best neighborhoods in the southern part of the city of Austin, Barton Hills has something for everyone. It's bordered by Barton Springs Pool, a spring-fed public pool and Zilker Park, home to the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival, which brings world-class musicians and bands right to your backyard. It's a clean and safe neighborhood ideal for families and has a low crime rate. It is also one of the most picturesque and beautiful neighborhoods in all of Austin with lots of towering mature trees and green space.

It's a quick trip by car or Capitol Metro line bus or rail to all of the action on South Congress and 6th Street, so it's ideal for a young urban professional. There are homes here that sell for as little as $160,000, but most of the homes sell for $500,000 plus. There is great selection of quaint coffee shops and wine bars, and plenty of dining options including Tex-Mex and Chinese. One of the few drawbacks to this classy neighborhood is that lots, especially ones in the southern part of the neighborhood, tend to be rather small so you'll get to know your neighbors fast.

The heart of the Brentwood neighborhood will remind you of small town America, with a tree lined street named Arroyo Seco which follows a creek of the same name through north central Austin. Homes in the southern part of the neighborhood can be had for as little as $150,000, with homes in the northern part of the neighborhood in the range of $300,000 and up. Most of the homes are bungalow style with two stories and a low pitched roof and rectangular shape. This is a great place to live for families with children and professionals who want a place to live close to their downtown workplaces.

This area is served by the Austin Independent School District and you also have a choice of quality private schools such as the Paragon Prep School. It's a quick trip south to the action on 6th and South Congress Streets via car or by Capitol Metro bus line. The crime rate here is very low for a metropolitan area and it's a great place to walk, jog, or bike as it has plenty of shade and green space. There are many dining options on the borders of the neighborhood with a number of fast food restaurants and pubs if you want a drink after a long day of work.

An affordable neighborhood in the south central part of Austin, Galindo is a fairly calm, quiet, and safe part of the city. But if you like adult fun, it's a quick trip to South Congress and Lady Bird Lake is also close by if you love your recreation with a dose of water. The area also has a number of condominiums and apartments and is home to many students from the University of Texas. Homes here are ranch and bungalow style for the most part and sell in the range of $250,000 to $350,000. But there are a few older homes that can be had for less if you don't mind spending some money to have them renovated.

The area is served by the Capitol Metro public transportation system making it easy to travel to any part of the city. The Austin Independent School District has schools in the area or you can choose a private school such as Juan Diego Catholic High School. The crime rate is low in this part of the city and is an excellent choice for singles or families looking for a safe place to raise their children.

Love golf? Then choosing a place to live in Austin, Texas has never been so easy. The Hancock neighborhood comes complete with a public 9-hole golf course within walking distance of anywhere in the neighborhood. You can get a condominium here for as little as $100,000 and the homes range from $250,000 and up. It is a safe and mostly upscale neighborhood that is quiet and home to many professionals and students associated with the University of Texas.

It's only a few minutes ride in a car or Capitol Metro bus to downtown, so it's perfect for the professional who works in that area. The area is served by the Austin Independent School District and there are a number of private schools in the area, Concordia Academy and St. Paul Lutheran, to name two. There are plenty of shopping options in the area with Hancock Center, which houses an Old Navy store, Marble Slab Creamery, and many others. There are a few great dining options in the area and locals can be found at Longhorn Poboys or the Crown and Anchor Pub.

If you have a family, or a are a single professional, the Hancock neighborhood of Austin is one of the city's better choices.

One of the most coveted addresses in all of the city, Hyde Park is a central Austin neighborhood that in 1990 was added to the National Register of Historic Places. There is a mix of homes here, with bungalows, modest frame houses, and Queen Anne and Tudor Revival styles represented as well. The medium home price here is around $325,000, with many homes on larger lots selling for much more. It is a safe and quiet neighborhood great for biking or jogging and it has plenty of green space. This is the preferred part of Austin for many long-time residents.

It is served by the Capitol Metro bus lines, so it's easy to travel to any part of the city. Public schools in this part of the city are above average and there are a few private schools close to the area. The crime rate is one of the lowest in the entire area and the neighbors are friendly and helpful. There are not as many dining options as other parts of the city, but locals can be found having a beer and a burger at Hyde Park Bar and Grill on the eastern border of the neighborhood.

One of the most affordable areas of Austin, Montopolis has homes that sell for the most part in the $100,000 to $200,000 range, and also has a number of apartment complexes. It has a history that spans back two centuries, and long has been known as one of the poorest neighborhoods in the city of Austin. However; given the tremendous growth in the city during the past few decades, the fortunes of this neighborhood could be changing as the city is working on a master plan to improve the area.

Montopolis has long been one of the highest crime areas in the city, so it is not the place to raise a family or take a stroll or walk in the evening. The area is served by Capitol Metro bus lines so it's easy and cheap to get to any part of the city. It's adjacent to the Riverside Golf Course and there are few dining options, mainly BBQ and Mexican food restaurants if you feel like eating out.

Montopolis has long been a problem area of Austin, but with a master plan to improve the area, if it may become a more lucrative area for people who need affordable housing.

North Shoal Creek is an older neighborhood in the northern part of Austin that mostly has well-maintained homes and well-kept yards. It is also home to a number of apartments and condominiums so it is a good place for a student of the University of Texas to live, as well as a fine place for a family. Homes range in price from $125,000 to over $300,000 and the neighborhood stands out in Austin for being on the quiet and rather boring side.

It's bordered by major highways and is close to bus and rail lines for Capitol Metro, so it's easy to get anywhere in the city. Most of the homes here were built in the 1960's and 1970's and it is a mix of people of all ages and many races. It is served by the Austin Independent School District, and there are a few private schools nearby as well. There are several good places on the border of the neighborhood to get a bite to eat or have a drink, with several delis and bakeries and there's even a karoake bar if you feel like getting your groove on.

Close to Downtown Austin, Westgate is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in the city. The average price on a single family home here is around $200,000 and it is a clean and safe place to raise a family with its tree-lined streets and nearby schools. It's also convenient as you can do most of your shopping at nearby Westgate Shopping Center. It's easy to get to any part of the city with nearby bus and rail lines of Capitol Metro, though some of the major intersections can be congested during rush hour.

Westgate is also close to everything cool in the city of Austin. It's only minutes to downtown by car or Capitol Metro bus or rail lines. If you want to eat out, you have a wealth of dining options to choose from. Seafood, Tex-Mex, burgers, pizza, and much more is only a stone's throw from the Westgate neighborhood. It's a friendly neighborhood with an eclectic mix of ethnic groups that make up a Westgate Neighborhood Association that strives to keep the area looking great and to help maintain property values.

The Zilker neighborhood is located in south central Austin and is one of the more coveted addresses in the city. Located just south of Lady Bird Lake, homes here run from $250,000 and up and residents enjoy being close to some of the best amenities Austin has to offer. This neighborhood embodies everything weird and fun about the city of Austin.

The neighborhood is most often associated with nearby Zilker Park, which is host to the Austin City Limits Music Festival and the world-famous South by Southwest Music Festival. The Hike and Bike Trails of Lady Bird Lake is always buzzing with activity and downtown is only a few minutes away. Public transportation is close by with rail and bus lines by Capitol Metro and several excellent public and private schools are in the area. This is a friendly and safe neighborhood that's ideal for a jog or bike ride. Love great Tex-Mex food? You're in the right place as Chuy's is one of the most popular dining establishments in the city. Want a good cup of coffee? Flipnoics is the place to go and it also has a selection of fine used clothing.