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Austin, TX
Austin · Travis County · TX 78703
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$1.2M
Median Price
14/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
6 min
to Downtown Austin
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
14/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
The neighborhood has a strong income base and a short drive to downtown, but the cost of living is sky‑high and public transport is almost nonexistent. If you have a large budget and a car, it might work, but many folks will find the price-to-quality ratio frustrating.
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The Good
- ✓Median household income exceeds $139k
- ✓Only a 6‑minute commute to downtown Austin
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Strong public high school ratings (average 7.4/10)
Real Talk
- !Home prices near $1.2M are out of reach for most buyers
- !Walk Score 14 means almost all errands require a car
- !Transit score 14 indicates minimal public transport options
- !The area is relatively quiet with limited green space
- $High property taxes and potential HOA fees
- $Elevated utilities due to climate control needs
- $Expensive local services and restaurants
Best For
High‑income professionalsRemote workers with budgetStudents needing proximity to downtownFamilies valuing strong schools
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Austin, TX
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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