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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Austin

A planned community with HOA maintained amenities including pools, tennis courts and parks and trails

I love the fact that it is close to a major grocery store as well as some restaurants and shops. I also feel safe walking here.

I like that i'm not too far from downtown Austin, but still far enough so that I can avoid most of the I-35 traffic. I also like that there is so much around me and easy access to any given store or restaurant.

I like how close my neighborhood is to everything I need. I work in downtown Austin and I don't sit in a lot of traffic to go to work.

There isnt really anything unique. There arent any interesting places to go hang out with friends or family.

It's close by to a shopping center and a lot of restaurants. It's right by a major highway, 10 min drive to downtown.

Who Lives Here

Austin Demographics

Education

High School

18%

Associate's

15%

Bachelor's

22%

Master's

9%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

43%

3 people

24%

4 people

20%

5 people

8%

6+ people

5%

Household Income

0-50k

35%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

17%

150-200k

8%

200k+

11%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

11%

20-45

46%

45-65

22%

65+

9%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Austin?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
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Sep '23$975$1608$1915$2192
Aug '23$977$1658$1938$2189
Jul '23$962$1642$1905$2173
Jun '23$945$1625$1915$2176
May '23$999$1602$1917$2185
Apr '23$999$1541$1920$1799
Mar '23$944$1534$1922$1877
Feb '23$944$1609$1924$1775
Jan '23$944$1574$1901$1955
Dec '22$974$1594$1909$1864
Nov '22$974$1576$1901$1830
Oct '22$974$1569$1893$2011

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Austin

Austin Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

23%

15-30 Mins

43%

30-40 Mins

18%

40-60 Mins

11%

60+ Mins

5%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 6262

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 104 of 168 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 119 of 168 renters

Percentage: 7070

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 103 of 168 renters

Percentage: 4444

Transit Score®

They Are Located Near Public Transportation

Yes

Say 85 of 168 renters

Need A Car

No

Say 124 of 168 renters

Top Scores: Restaurant, Coffee, Nightlife

Things To Do In Austin

Top Score

Restaurants

5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Fine dining in Austin. You'll find a foodie feast around here.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. Significantly more restaurants than average
  3. 7% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Austin is chock full o' coffee.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. Significantly more coffee shops than average
  3. 17% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Top notch for nightlife. Bar none.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. Significantly more bars and clubs than average
  3. A standard number of bars and clubs compared to areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Austin makes a strong showing.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. Significantly more gyms than average
  3. A standard number of gyms compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Purr-fect for pets. They'll wanna stay here fur-ever.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more pet facilities than average
  3. 9% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You're in good hands here - a top score for medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. 14% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Parks

4.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Austin is team green. Parks get a high score.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. 10% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Solid grocery game.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. Significantly more grocery stores than average
  3. A standard number of grocery stores compared to areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Austin's retail scene is in the bag.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. 22% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Austin is a masterpiece for fine art lovers.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. Significantly more fine art centers than average
  3. 12% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bumper sticker city. This place is good for filling up.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. Significantly more gas stations than average
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Austin Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 146 of 168 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 140 of 168 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 139 of 168 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 136 of 168 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 131 of 168 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 125 of 168 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 123 of 168 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 119 of 168 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 118 of 168 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 111 of 168 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 109 of 168 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 96 of 168 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 96 of 168 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 95 of 168 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 91 of 168 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 86 of 168 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 95 of 168 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 116 of 168 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 120 of 168 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 121 of 168 renters

Austin Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Austin

5/10

Sanchez Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Blackshear Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Zavala Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Becker Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Campbell Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

8/10

Lee Elementary School

Grades PK-6 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.