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Best Austin Neighborhoods: The Travis Heights Guide

If you’re looking for a thriving, hip, urban neighborhood that offers historic charm and cultural diversity, then Travis Heights may just be your new home. Located just south of the river, Travis Heights is nestled between South Congress and I-35, giving residents access to the best that Austin has to offer.

While Travis Heights offers easy access to downtown, Lady Bird Lake, and I-35, you may not want to leave when you see all that’s in store for you in the neighborhood. From hip shops, unique restaurants, and some of Austin’s best entertainment venues to the beautiful community parks, peaceful green spaces, and vibrant arts and culture scene, there’s always something new to try in Travis Heights.

In this neighborhood guide, you’ll discover what makes Travis Heights one of the most sought-after places to live in South Austin.

Zip Code

 

78704

Average Home Price*

 

$1.65 M

Home Styles

Eclectic - Mid Century Modern, Victorian, Stoney Romantic Cottages

Average Price/SqFt*

 

$812

Est Off-Market Transactions

67%

*Based on 2022 Sold data for Travis Heights

Texas is a non-disclosure state. This means that the sales price of real property is not recorded and made available through the public record. The majority of properties are sold as off-market transactions. These transactions also often include an NDA to protect both the buyer and seller. The financial details of these transactions are not public record and are not reflected in ABoR’s MLS data.

Travis Heights Real Estate

Here’s what you should know about the neighborhood and real estate before you start looking for your dream home in Travis Heights:

Neighborhood Vibe

A neighborhood street in Travis heights, oak trees and parked cars line the road, sidewalks are seen before houses with grass lawns and stone facades.

With an artsy and diverse population, Travis Heights is truly the quintessential Austin neighborhood. With a funky vibe and some of the hippest spots in town, Travis Heights is doing its best to keep Austin weird. This lively area offers a little something for everyone, which is why so many different kinds of people love to call Travis Heights home. 

 

With a thriving restaurant, entertainment, and arts scene, there is always something to do in the area. And you’re never too far from outdoor recreation. Between all there is to do within Travis Heights and its proximity to other areas like downtown, this neighborhood really does give its residents the best of Austin.

Architectural Styles

Facade of a house made of bricks with front garden and potted plants

The neighborhood is well-known for its eclectic mix of architectural styles. You might find a beautiful mid-century modern home right next to a large Victorian house with a stoney romantic cottage on the next street over. 

 

While there are some contemporary homes in the area, the neighborhood predominantly consists of 1920’s and 30’s homes with remodeled interiors. They offer the best of modern comforts and historic charm. 

 

Travis Heights also features many large established trees and rolling hills. The hilly topography means that many of the lots in the area are not level.

Average Home Price

Due to everything it has to offer, Travis Heights is one of the most desirable areas to live in South Austin. The average home closing price in Travis Heights is $1.1M or an average of $770 per square foot.

Walkability

Travis Heights is very walkable with a Walk Score of 78. Stroll down South Congress Avenue for a drink, bite, or shopping day. You can also find three parks in the area with comfortable walking spaces. It also offers a quick commute downtown by car (about 8 minutes), public transit (about 22 minutes), or bike (about 14 minutes).

Schools

Entryway of Travis Heights Elementary School
Travis Heights Elementary School https://www.travisheightselementary.com/

Families often move to Travis Heights for the highly rated schools. As a part of the Austin Independent School District (AISD), the neighborhood is zoned for Travis Heights Elementary School, which offers a dual language program where students can learn to be bilingual in both English and Spanish. 

 

It’s also zoned for Lively Middle School, home to the Lively Humanities and Law Magnet for International Studies. The neighborhood high school, Travis Early College High School, partners with Austin Community College to provide its students the ability to earn an associate degree while in high school.

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