Bryker Woods

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Sometimes described as a rather spirited neighborhood, Bryker Woods was developed in the 30s and 40s and still retains a unique charm. Homes continue to be renovated and updated while maintaining the quality and aesthetic that was intended all those years ago. The average sales price is $600,000. Bryker Woods is mostly singlefamily homes and sprouting young families. The neighborhood delights with its proximity to Shoal Creek, The University of Texas, the Capitol Complex, downtown and nearby greenbelt access. In addition, the neighborhood is blanketed with beautiful trees. Styling commonly features craftsman or a cottage look although recently homes with a modern edge are surfacing.

Hot Spots: Uchiko, Teo's Gelato, Taco Deli, Waterloo Ice House.

Outdoor attractions : Seiders Springs Park, Bailey Park, Shoal Creek Greenbelt

Students attend these schools: Bryker Woods Elementary, O'Henry Middle, Austin High

Average Home Pricing: $300,000 - $900,000

Clarksville

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Clarksville feels like a quaint village, so self sufficient and conveniently located that one could trade his car in for a bicycle. If you do choose to drive you will enjoy a few minute commute to downtown as Clarksville is located between Mopac and Lamar just off of 6th street. Clarksville was named for a freed slave named Charles Clark after a portion of the then-Mayor's plantation was allocated for freed-slave housing. The mix of historic, single family homes, to student apartments and young professional starter homes and condos mirror the diversity of residents who call this far-from-suburban neighborhood home. Because the area is so walkable you just can't help but stumble upon one restaurant and cafe after another along it's lush mature-tree-lined streets. The area is protected from growth by a strict preservation committee that maintains the unique personality and nostalgia.

Hot spots: Naus's Drugstore, Jeffrey's, Cippolini, Fresh Plus, Galaxy Cafe

Outdoor attractions: Clarksville Park, West Austin Park, Pease Park

Students attend these schools: Mathews Elementary, O'Henry Middle, Austin High

Average Home Pricing: $350,000 - $850,000

Deep Eddy

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Deep Eddy is located on the banks of the Colorado River and offers a lush natural environment just a few minutes from downtown Austin. Residents can enjoy a round of golf at the Lions Municipal golf course, take a dip in historic Deep Eddy bath house or stroll to the Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trails, or the Mayfield Preserve. Just south of Tarrytown and two miles west of downtown, Deep Eddy provides a cozy neighborhood atmosphere. The age of construction is diverse as is the architectural styles. Buyers may choose from single family front porch homes to small enclaves of modern townhomes.

Hot Spots: Maudie's, Mangia's Pizza

Outdoor Attractions: Deep Eddy Pool, Lions Municipal golf course

Schools these students attend: Casis Elementary, O'Henry Middle School, Austin High School

Average Home Pricing: $350,000 - $1,000,000

Hyde Park

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Hyde Park is a neighborhood of tiny bungalows, to duplex townhomes; small condo complexes and charming turn-of-the century homes all blended into this historic neighborhood. On the outskirts of the University of Texas campus, residents enjoy a unique blend of professionals, professors and students as their neighbors. Most notable is the strength of this neighborhoods association with community involvement at amongst the highest of any in the city. These residents share a proud history as a host to the State Fair of Texas, really! These days Hyde Park enjoys noteriety in the National Registry of Historic Places.

Hot spots: The Triangle development

Outdoor attractions: Shipe Park and Pool, Hancock Golf Course

Schools these students attend: Lee Elementary School, Keating Middle School, McCallum High School.

Average Home Pricing: $200,000 - $800,000

Mt. Bonnell

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The Mt. Bonnell neighborhood is boardered by 2222 and 35th Street and Mt. Bonnell Road, just a 5 minute drive into downtown Austin. Offering some of the most heavily treed typography in the central Austin area, the homes in Mt. Bonnell are stately with a special few perched atop their namesake and offering amazing views of Lake Austin and the surrounding hills. The Mt. Bonnell area was first developed in the mid 1980's. Today you will find remodeled homes and new construction going up on million dollar lots.

Hot spots: Laguna Gloria, Mt. Bonnell

Outdoor attractions: Mt. Bonnell, Brightleaf Park, Camp Mabry

Schools these students attend: Casis Elementary, O'Henry Middle School, Austin High School

Average Home Pricing: $ 700,000 - $5,000,000

Old Enfield

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This neighborhood defined by its history. The lush trees of Pease Park support the serenity of this beautiful sought after neighborhood. Old Enfield is bordered by West 24th St. north, Enfield Road south, Lamar Blvd. east and MoPac west. Old Enfield is best known for its small enclave of prestigious homes although the neighborhood truly encompasses condo projects and even rental apartments. In the upper end of this enclave one finds that many of the residents have lived in the neighborhood 25 years or longer and the very rare sale in this niche is often closed without ever listing in the public market. Young families are slowly purchasing in this enclave as its close proximity to downtown is so attractive. Many of the houses were built between 1910 and 1950 and although remodeled to feature the latest and greatest in modern conveniences, still continue to retain their nostalgic charm.

Hot spots: Westwood County Club

Outdoor attractions: Pease Park, Bailey Park, Shoal Creek Greenbelt

Schools these students attend: Casis Elementary, O'Henry Middle School, Austin High School

Average Home Pricing: $600,000 - $6,000,000

Pemberton Heights

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Pemberton Heights sustains itself as a premier choice among Austin's who's who. Pemberton Heights is located less than five miles from downtown and Lady Bird Lake, between Lamar and Loop 1 (Mopac) and 38th and 24th Streets. This family-friendly neighborhood features upscale stately homes on larger lots with sprawling lawns, and lush trees. While many of the homes were built between the 1920s and 1940s, the majority of the construction is original, modified for today's modern conveniences. Styles vary amongst the sizable homes from Georgian to Tudor and oversized bungalows. Residents enthusiastically support associations to help preserve the beauty of the area. Pemberton heights is family centric and pedestrian-friendly.

Outdoor attractions: Pease Park, Shoal Creek Green Belt

Schools these students attend: Casis Elementary, O Henry Middle School, Austin High School

Average Home Pricing-: $400,000 - $3,000,000

Shoal Creek

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It is predominantly a mix of young and professional families composed of homes built in the early 1940s to the early to mid-1950s with builders recently. The North Shoal Creek neighborhood is convenient to retail and recreational facilities. Centrally located, the Shoal Creek neighborhood is moments from downtown, yet comfortable and spacious with large trees and lush natural setting.

Hot spots: 26 Doors, Jefferson Square

Outdoor attractions: Shoal Creek and its Greenbelt, Pease Park

Schools these students attend: Mathews Elementary, O'Henry Middle, Austin High

Price range: $300,000 - $750,000

Tarrytown

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Centrally located with an eclectic mix of architecture, Tarrytown is brimming with ambiance and convenience. This captivating neighborhood is home to just over 16,000 residents including families of all ages. Tarrytown is made up of cottages to large houses ranging in price anywhere from $300,000 to $3,000,000. In addition there are condominiums and duplexes. Yards tend to be small as well as the more moderately priced homes however, residents choose this neighborhood due to its close proximity to downtown and its family-friendly atmosphere which is supported by a neighborhood elementary school, local grocery, West Austin Youth Association, and an old-fashioned Tarrytown center. Run an errand anywhere in this neighborhood and you are bound to know several people by their first name.

Hot Spots: Hula Hut, Magnolia Cafe, Mozart's Coffee Roasters

Schools these students attend: Casis Elementary, O.Henry Middle School, Austin High School

Outdoor activities: Mayfield Preserve, Laguna Gloria, Reed Park, Deep Eddy

Price Range: $300,000 - $3,000,000