Austin, TX
Austin · Travis County · TX 78701
Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$722K
Median Price
94/100
Walk Score
8.2/10
Schools
1 min
to Downtown Austin, TX
Score Breakdown
Our Take
The area is ultra‑walkable, close to downtown and full of dining and nightlife, but it comes with a high cost of living and a hot, busy environment that may not fit someone looking for quieter, less sun‑heavy days.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable with plenty of shops and restaurants within a few minutes
- ✓Only a 1‑minute commute to downtown Austin
- ✓Good public transit access (score 55)
- ✓Affluent community with high median household income
Real Talk
- !Median home price ($609,800) and rent ($2,574) are high compared to many Austin neighborhoods
- !Summer temperatures are high and shade is limited, so it can feel hot year‑round
- !Dense foot traffic and limited parking create a noisy, crowded environment
- !Property crime rates in downtown can be higher than in quieter suburbs
- $Higher utility and maintenance costs in a central, high‑density area
- $Parking fees or lack of parking can add to monthly expenses
- $Higher property taxes and sales tax rates in downtown
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Austin, TX
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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