neighborhoods
NEIGHBORHOODS.
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There are many fun and different neighborhoods to experience in Austin. Here is a quick breakdown of just a few of them. CENTRAL AUSTIN Clarksville - An area located west of downtown Austin, east of Mopac and north of 6th Street. Many historic homes and structures are located within the Clarksville Historic District. Once an emancipated slave community, Clarksville has become a very popular neighborhood for its walkability and central location. Hyde Park - Just north of downtown and The University of Texas at Austin campus, this eclectic neighborhood is filled with a mixture of bungalows, historic craftsman style homes and tree lined streets. Old Enfield - Located with Lamar to the east, MoPac to the west, Windsor Road to the north and Enfield Road to the south, Old Enfield, is one of Austin’s most charming and historic neighborhoods. Originally part of the Pease family’s estate just west of Austin, the neighborhood was subdivided in 1910 and is still filled with history. Pemberton Heights - This small, stately neighborhood, developed between the late 1920’s and early 1940’s, features upscale houses surrounded by open lawns and large trees with historic charm. Tarrytown - Tarrytown is most often defined as the area bounded by Enfield Road to the south, 35th Street to the north, MoPac Expressway on the east, and Lake Austin on the west. In addition to being a quiet neighborhood full of meticulously maintained homes, the neighborhood has several shopping outlets including Tarrytown Center and Casis Village, both of which feature local businesses. SOUTHWEST AUSTIN Circle C Ranch - A large master-planned community of more than 4,000 homes. Amenities include an 18-hole golf course called the Grey Rock Golf Club, a tennis club, a swim center, and more than 500 acres of dedicated parkland. Oak Hill - A community located in southwest Austin. Originally called Live Oak Springs, Oak Hill is located on U.S. Highway 290 and Williamson Creek, eight miles south of downtown. SOUTH AUSTIN Bouldin Creek - Bright storefronts and eccentric art galleries garner this funky neighborhood its must-see status. Located directly across Lady Bird Lake from downtown, Bouldin Creek blends central city convenience with edgy entertainment. South Congress (SoCo) - With funky shops, great restaurants and cool bars, SoCo is an Austin hot spot. With close proximity to downtown, SoCo brings a young crowd and lots of energy. The world class food trailers, boutique hotels, and ecclectic shopping have cemented South Congress as one of Austin’s most desirable neighborhoods.
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