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1211 Kinney Avenue Austin TX 78704
1 / 21
$4,500,000
Land For Sale
Active
0.77
ACRES
TRAVIS
COUNTY
1211 Kinney Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Templer J W Subdivision
1211 W Riverside Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 23
$4,005,000
Condo For Sale
Active
4
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,511
SQFT
1211 W Riverside Drive #7E
Austin, TX 78704
Paggi House Sub Subdivision
530 E Oltorf Street Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 4 weeks online
1 / 1
$3,950,000
Land For Sale
Active
0.45
ACRES
TRAVIS
COUNTY
530 E Oltorf Street
Austin, TX 78704
Twin Oaks Add Sec 02 Subdivision
1211 W Riverside Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 16
$2,975,000
Condo For Sale
Pending
3
BEDS
3
TOTAL BATHS
2,351
SQFT
1211 W Riverside Drive #7A
Austin, TX 78704
Paggi House Sub Subdivision
1401 & 1405 Parkinson Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 40
$2,940,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
8
BEDS
9
TOTAL BATHS
5,345
SQFT
1401 & 1405 Parkinson Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Parkinson Place Resub 1 Residence Subdivision
3206 Westhill Drive Austin TX 78704
Price Change - 3 days ago
1 / 4
$2,800,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Active
4
BEDS
4
TOTAL BATHS
3,321
SQFT
3206 Westhill Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Barton Hills Subdivision
2104 Ann Arbor Avenue Austin TX 78704
1 / 7
$2,799,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
5
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,625
SQFT
2104 Ann Arbor Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Avon Heights Sec 06 Subdivision
2209 East Side Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 4
$2,598,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
4
TOTAL BATHS
3,496
SQFT
2209 East Side Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Sherwood Oaks Sec 01 Subdivision
2414 Kinney Road Austin TX 78704
1 / 40
$2,300,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
7
BEDS
7
TOTAL BATHS
3,712
SQFT
2414 Kinney Road
Austin, TX 78704
Ashten Add Subdivision
501 Cater Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 21
$2,250,000
Land For Sale
Pending
0.36
ACRES
TRAVIS
COUNTY
501 Cater Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Zilker Subdivision
2609 Euclid Avenue Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 4 weeks online
1 / 40
$2,200,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
4,071
SQFT
2609 Euclid Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Harrell John M Subdivision
2026 Ford Street Austin TX 78704
1 / 10
$2,120,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
4
TOTAL BATHS
2,576
SQFT
2026 Ford Street
Austin, TX 78704
Sun Terrace Subdivision
1400 Travis Heights Austin TX 78704
Price Change - 4 weeks ago
1 / 22
$1,995,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
5
BEDS
6
TOTAL BATHS
3,549
SQFT
1400 Travis Heights
Austin, TX 78704
Travis Hts Subdivision
2101 Paramount Avenue Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 2 weeks online
1 / 40
$1,960,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
3
TOTAL BATHS
2,759
SQFT
2101 Paramount Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Avon Heights Sec 02 Subdivision
2801 Cedarview Drive Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 3 weeks online
1 / 33
$1,945,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Active
7
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,298
SQFT
2801 Cedarview Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Barton Hills Sec 02 Subdivision
1106 Algarita Avenue Austin TX 78704
Open House Fri, Feb 26, 7 PM UTC
Please verify times due to COVID-19
1 / 26
$1,899,900
Single Family Home For Sale
Active
4
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,235
SQFT
1106 Algarita Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Travis Heights Subdivision
1801 S 1st Street Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 2 weeks online
1 / 2
$1,700,000
Commercial For Sale
Active
2,438
SQFT
1801 S 1st Street
Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin Subdivision
3806 Southridge Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 37
$1,650,000
Multi-Family For Sale
Active
6,658
SQFT
3806 Southridge Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Southridge Sec 02 Subdivision

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About South Austin

South Austin is home to 78704, the trendiest zip code in Austin! Experience the hip and vibrant life within the area you will love! South Austin is located to the south of Downtown Austin, bordered by the Lady Bird Lake with its west and east are Loop 1 and I-35. The area is close to plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options to indulge in. Parks and greenbelts are abundant in the area which encourages the community to live an active lifestyle despite being in a busy neighborhood. The community is popular for families due to the top-notch schools surrounding the area as well as activities that can be enjoyed by everyone!

Neighborhoods in South Austin

South Austin neighborhoods are the most sought-out places to live. The area offers well-known neighborhoods such as Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, Zilker, and Travis Heights. Most neighborhoods are known to be family-friendly and close to parks and greenbelts.

Barton Hills

Barton Hills is a neighborhood located in South Austin under the 78704 zip code. It is bounded by South Lamar Boulevard and the Zilker neighborhoods to the east. Barton Springs Road and the 351-acre Zilker Park to the north. Barton Creek and MoPac Highway to the west and the Capital of Texas Highway to the south. The neighborhood is also close to Downtown Austin’s nightlife, dining and shopping areas.

Zilker

Zilker is one of the most desirable areas for many locals to settle down. There are abundant green spaces and parks just to the west, shopping and dining are within walking distance, and downtown is just to the north. Zilker is named after nearby Zilker Park, considered Austin’s most beloved park and the site of the Austin City Limits and South by Southwest music festivals and the Holiday Trail of Lights. Some of Austin’s best-known restaurants are in this area, as are shopping and live music.

Bouldin Creek

Bouldin Creek remains to be a quiet and safe residential neighborhood where residents can either walk or bike along the streets. Many Austinites find Bouldin Creek a desirable place to live in because of its location that is convenient and its local attractions. Compared to its near neighborhoods such as Zilker and Barton Hills, there are not a lot of large families and kids. The area became more ideal for students and young creative professionals.

Travis Heights

Travis Heights is one of Austin’s oldest neighborhoods, originally developed as an area of mansions in the 1920s when people realized the natural beauty and convenience of south Austin. It is quaint and historic yet hip and unconventional, offering the best of both worlds. It is also a highly walkable area close to the shopping and dining district of South Congress Avenue, many parks and downtown.

Galindo

Galindo offers accessibility to its residents to major local thoroughfares in Austin as well as to many shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues nearby. Galindo is an Austin neighborhood located within the zip code of 78704 with a vintage feel and a diverse neighborhood. Homes for sale in Galindo costs lower compared to those that are close to Downtown Austin, although the distance from downtown may be a bit farther. Plenty of homes in Galindo are ranch-style, one-story homes that were built from the ’50s to ’60s although since people are moving in the area, homes are starting to modernize as well.

Dawson

Dawson is a neighborhood located at south Austin known for its vintage atmosphere but is also slowly becoming a modernized neighborhood. Residents in the area are a mixture of newcomers, students, artists, and families. A quiet and safe neighborhood without being too far from the best hotspots in 78704 especially the nightlife in South Congress. Dawson is only about 10 minutes away from downtown Austin.

South Lamar

Many people move in South Lamar because of the convenience it provides its residents as well as businesses that are rapidly growing in the area. One of the trendiest neighborhoods in 78704 is South Lamar. The neighborhood consists of many local shops, restaurants, and hang out spots. South Lamar is about five minutes away from downtown Austin and is close to green spaces such as Barton Springs and Barton Creek Greenbelt where you can swim, hike, bike, relax, and enjoy the amenities South Austin can offer. There is a wide range of homes for sale in South Lamar which includes single-family homes, duplexes, apartments, and mansions.

Things To Do in South Austin

The hip and lively area of South Austin consists of several things to do that will feed your mind, body, and soul. For locals, 78704 is more than just a zip code, it’s a way of living. Whether you are looking for a place to dine, drink, relax, or shop, experience Austin at its finest in South Austin.

Zilker Metropolitan Park is one of the popular attractions in South Austin. It is a 350-acre recreational area in the middle of Barton Creek and Colorado River. Located within the park is Barton Springs Pool, a 3-acre swimming pool that is naturally spring-fed from the Main Barton Creek. This is one of the iconic swimming holes in Austin where it once reached the record of over 1.5 million visitors in a year. Aside from that, the Zilker Hillside Theater is just a few steps away from Barton Hills where you can enjoy live performances such as concerts and musicals. Some well-known events in the area as Zilker or ABC Kite Festival and Austin City Limits Music Festival.

Barton Creek Greenbelt is a beloved recreational area in South Austin. The Greenbelt has 12.68 miles of trails with the main trail of about 7 miles. It is one of the city’s most prized attractions with 7 access points. This makes it easier for visitors to enter the greenbelt and enjoy the natural scenery with their friends and family. Spots within The Greenbelt include Campbell’s Hole, The Flats, Gus Fruh, and Guide’s Wall. You can either bike, hike, or swim within the grounds.

South Austin also offers the best local homegrown dishes that are freshly made from farm to plate! The neighborhood is home to outstanding locals and award-winning chefs and pitmasters in the industry. Uchi is a restaurant opened by Chef Tyson Cole that offers non-traditional Japanese cuisine that is loved by locals. Odd Duck, located in South Lamar is a restaurant that envisions all things Southern, brought to you by Bryce Gilmore.

And let’s not forget the coffee shops that fuel most Austinites! Some of the best coffee shops in 78704 are Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden, Radio Cofee & Beer, and Jo’s Hot Coffee + Good Food! You shouldn’t miss getting a cup of joe once you visit Austin!

Homes for Sale in South Austin

1211 Kinney Avenue Austin TX 78704
1 / 21
$4,500,000
Land For Sale
Active
0.77
ACRES
TRAVIS
COUNTY
1211 Kinney Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Templer J W Subdivision
1211 W Riverside Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 23
$4,005,000
Condo For Sale
Active
4
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,511
SQFT
1211 W Riverside Drive #7E
Austin, TX 78704
Paggi House Sub Subdivision
530 E Oltorf Street Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 4 weeks online
1 / 1
$3,950,000
Land For Sale
Active
0.45
ACRES
TRAVIS
COUNTY
530 E Oltorf Street
Austin, TX 78704
Twin Oaks Add Sec 02 Subdivision
1211 W Riverside Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 16
$2,975,000
Condo For Sale
Pending
3
BEDS
3
TOTAL BATHS
2,351
SQFT
1211 W Riverside Drive #7A
Austin, TX 78704
Paggi House Sub Subdivision
1401 & 1405 Parkinson Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 40
$2,940,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
8
BEDS
9
TOTAL BATHS
5,345
SQFT
1401 & 1405 Parkinson Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Parkinson Place Resub 1 Residence Subdivision
3206 Westhill Drive Austin TX 78704
Price Change - 3 days ago
1 / 4
$2,800,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Active
4
BEDS
4
TOTAL BATHS
3,321
SQFT
3206 Westhill Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Barton Hills Subdivision
2104 Ann Arbor Avenue Austin TX 78704
1 / 7
$2,799,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
5
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,625
SQFT
2104 Ann Arbor Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Avon Heights Sec 06 Subdivision
2209 East Side Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 4
$2,598,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
4
TOTAL BATHS
3,496
SQFT
2209 East Side Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Sherwood Oaks Sec 01 Subdivision
2414 Kinney Road Austin TX 78704
1 / 40
$2,300,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
7
BEDS
7
TOTAL BATHS
3,712
SQFT
2414 Kinney Road
Austin, TX 78704
Ashten Add Subdivision
501 Cater Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 21
$2,250,000
Land For Sale
Pending
0.36
ACRES
TRAVIS
COUNTY
501 Cater Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Zilker Subdivision
2609 Euclid Avenue Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 4 weeks online
1 / 40
$2,200,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
4,071
SQFT
2609 Euclid Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Harrell John M Subdivision
2026 Ford Street Austin TX 78704
1 / 10
$2,120,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
4
TOTAL BATHS
2,576
SQFT
2026 Ford Street
Austin, TX 78704
Sun Terrace Subdivision
1400 Travis Heights Austin TX 78704
Price Change - 4 weeks ago
1 / 22
$1,995,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
5
BEDS
6
TOTAL BATHS
3,549
SQFT
1400 Travis Heights
Austin, TX 78704
Travis Hts Subdivision
2101 Paramount Avenue Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 2 weeks online
1 / 40
$1,960,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Pending
4
BEDS
3
TOTAL BATHS
2,759
SQFT
2101 Paramount Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Avon Heights Sec 02 Subdivision
2801 Cedarview Drive Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 3 weeks online
1 / 33
$1,945,000
Single Family Home For Sale
Active
7
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,298
SQFT
2801 Cedarview Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Barton Hills Sec 02 Subdivision
1106 Algarita Avenue Austin TX 78704
Open House Fri, Feb 26, 7 PM UTC
Please verify times due to COVID-19
1 / 26
$1,899,900
Single Family Home For Sale
Active
4
BEDS
5
TOTAL BATHS
3,235
SQFT
1106 Algarita Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
Travis Heights Subdivision
1801 S 1st Street Austin TX 78704
New Listing - 2 weeks online
1 / 2
$1,700,000
Commercial For Sale
Active
2,438
SQFT
1801 S 1st Street
Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin Subdivision
3806 Southridge Drive Austin TX 78704
1 / 37
$1,650,000
Multi-Family For Sale
Active
6,658
SQFT
3806 Southridge Drive
Austin, TX 78704
Southridge Sec 02 Subdivision

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