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Austin, TX
Austin · Travis County · TX 78751
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$627K
Median Price
34/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
8 min
to Downtown Austin
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
34/100
WYLT Score54/100
Our Take
The neighborhood has solid schools and a short commute to downtown, but it’s very car‑dependent, pricey for the average income, and the heat can be brutal. If you value dining and are willing to drive, it could work, but otherwise consider elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated schools (many top 9 schools nearby), Short 8‑minute commute to downtown Austin, Abundant dining and nightlife options, Low flood risk (Zone X).
Real Talk
- !High cost of living: median home value is over $600k, median rent over $1,600, both above the median household income. Car‑dependent lifestyle: walk score 34 and transit score 37 mean you’ll need a car for most errands. Hot, humid climate with minimal shade; not ideal if you dislike summer heat. Noise and traffic can be persistent around major exits and highway access points.
- $Higher-than-average property taxes in the area, Potential HOA fees for many newer developments, Higher utility costs due to HVAC needs, Higher insurance rates because of the urban setting.
Best For
young professionalsstudentsremote workersfood lovers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
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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