Amanda Moon's pick
Hyde Park
“This changes yearly, but Hyde Park for the central location and the historic charm that comes with it.”Read Amanda's Austin guide
Asked the KREW
Where would you live?
Not a ranking. Three personal answers from the people behind the guide, pulled from their own Austin shortlists.
Sydney Grubb's pick
Cherrywood
“It has everything I need and I can walk to all my favorite places while still feeling like a small neighborhood.”Read Sydney's Austin guide
Spencer Cain's pick
Barton Hills / Zilker
“Proximity to the greenbelt, Barton Springs, and downtown. The neighborhood is safe, stylish, active, and has a lot of trees.”Read Spencer's Austin guide
Five neighborhoods. One Austin.
Start with the way you actually live.
Price matters. So do the tree canopy, the distance to the lake, and whether you want an old bungalow or a clean-sheet build. This is the useful first read—not a substitute for walking the streets with someone who knows them.
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Tarrytown is an established West Austin neighborhood with tree-lined streets, historic homes, and convenient access to downtown and Lake Austin.
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One of Austin's oldest neighborhoods, Hyde Park combines historic charm with a vibrant, walkable community near UT campus and local favorites.
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Brentwood is a North Central Austin neighborhood with mid-century homes, established residential streets, and an active mix of renovation and new construction.
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A charming central Austin neighborhood with tree-lined streets, a beloved neighborhood pool, and a tight-knit community feel.
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Austin's most dynamic and rapidly evolving area, East Austin offers eclectic dining, arts, and a diverse mix of housing from condos to new luxury builds.
Open field noteGuide ranges are broad orientation, not live market quotes or valuations. Current pricing and availability are confirmed when you inquire.
Your turn
Tell us how you want Austin to feel.
Start with the non-negotiables: old trees, a walkable dinner spot, room for a build, or ten quiet minutes to the lake. Then meet the people who can help narrow the streets worth walking.