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Cherrywood, TX
Cherrywood · Travis County · TX 78722
Updated October 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$678K
Median Price
67/100
Walk Score
8.2/10
Schools
6 min
to Downtown Austin
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
82/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
C+Walkability
67/100
WYLT Score67/100
Our Take
Cherrywood offers a fast commute to downtown Austin and solid schools, but it’s a car‑dependent, high‑price area with limited walkability and transit. It’s worth considering if you’re comfortable with a pricey market and need the proximity, but it may not suit those looking for a walkable, budget‑friendly neighborhood.
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The Good
- ✓Very short commute to downtown Austin (6 minutes by car)
- ✓Excellent high school ratings (average 7.4, many top‑rated schools)
- ✓Median rent (~$1,668) is about 20% of median income ($92,543)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X, Low)
Real Talk
- !Walkability is low; you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Housing prices are high relative to average income; buying can be costly
- !Public transit is limited; rush hour traffic can cut commute time
- !Noise from nearby roads and nightlife is moderate to high
- $Higher property taxes due to high home values
- $Car maintenance and parking fees in a car‑dependent area
- $Potentially higher utilities and energy costs in newer homes
Best For
Young professionalsFamilies with kidsHigh schoolersRemote workers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Cherrywood, 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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