Bouldin Creek Homes for Sale
The South Austin neighborhood of Bouldin Creek is located just south of Town Lake and west of the hip South Congress shopping and entertainment district. Just a short walk to the Town Lake Hike and Bike trail or the local shops, restaurants, and bars in downtown and South Austin. Many of the homes in Bouldin Creek have a great deal of character and a rich history. Students attend these Austin ISD schools: Becker Elementary, Fulmore or O'Henry Middle and Travis or Austin High School.
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Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Information
The following is an interview with Tom Thornton, Bouldin Creek real estate expert.Where exactly is Bouldin Creek located?
The neighborhood sits directly South of downtown Austin. The borders are Town Lake to the north, Oltorf Street to the south, South Congress Avenue to the east, and South Lamar to the west.What is the average price of the homes?
The average price in 2008 was roughly $378,000, and the median price was $340,000. Most homes in Bouldin Creek sell in the $250,000 to $450,000 range, though the largest homes in the area have sold for over $1 million.What is the average age of the homes?
Some homes in this neighborhood date back as far as the early 1920's. Many of the homes were constructed between 1930 and 1955. There are also a select number of new construction homes and complete remodels in the neighborhood.What is the average size of the homes?
Homes in Bouldin Creek range from 750 to 3,500 square feet. The median size is approximately 1,250 square feet. Many homes are built in an older, bungalow style. There are not many homes larger than 2,250 square feet in the neighborhood, so keep this in mind when considering this area.How long do homes stay on the market?
This is a hot market. In 2008, 49% of Bouldin Creek homes sold in 30 days or less. The average number of days on the market was 59, and the median number was 32. If you see a home in this neighborhood that you're interested in, finding a buyer's agent and getting a pre-approval from a mortgage lender should be your first priorities. Contact us today for help.Why do residents choose to live in Bouldin Creek?
There are a lot of reasons to love Bouldin Creek. You can walk to restaurants, bars, parks, and Lady Bird Lake. You can bike downtown. There are tons of great places to eat. There are live music venues and great coffee in the neighborhood. And the community has a warm, lived-in feel where people know each other. It's a great spot.What are some the negatives of living in Bouldin Creek?
The proximity to downtown can occasionally lead to traffic in the neighborhood, and the size of homes is smaller than the city average.What are the public schools like?
This neighborhood is a part of the Austin Independent School District. Most homes attend Becker Elementary, Fulmore Middle School, and Travis High School. A small number of homes attend Travis Heights Elementary School.How close are the schools?
Becker Elementary is inside the neighborhood, while Travis Heights Elementary is approximately 6 blocks east of the eastern border. Fulmore Middle School is also quite close, and is just a block from the neighborhood's southeast corner. Travis High School is about a mile east of the neighborhood near IH-35 and Oltorf.Are there any private schools nearby?
Montessori House of Children, San Juan Diego Catholic High School, St. Ignatius Martyr School, The Khabele School, Redeemer City School, and Cathedral School of St. Mary are some of the many nearby private school in the area.Are there any pre-schools nearby?
Several of the private schools offer Pre-K programs. Other options include Starbright Preschool, St. Mark's Episcopal Day School, and Faith United Methodist Preschool.What kind of amenities does Bouldin Creek offer?
Guerrero Park, Dawson Park, and the West Bouldin Creek Greenbelt are popular area parks. You can also walk to the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail. There is also a popular public 9-hole, Par 3 golf course (Butler Pitch And Putt) at the northwest corner of the neighborhood.Are there any organized community groups or community activities?
Your first stop for this info should be the Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association at bouldincreek.org.What are the most sought after streets?
Popular streets include Annie, Johanna, Mary, and of course the smaller blocks with less traffic. The neighborhood as a whole is very sought after.What are the most popular neighborhoods?
You can hear live music at big venues like Auditorium Shores and The Long Center as well as neighborhood spots like Jovita's and Threadgill's.Where do people go out to eat?
Great local spots include Zax Pints and Plates, Threadgill's, Polvo's, Thai Fresh, Sugar Mama's Bake Shop, Wine House, Bouldin Creek Coffee House, Jo's Coffee, Vespaio, South Congress Cafe, and Texas French Bread. This may be the best casual restaurant neighborhood in the entire city.Where do people shop for groceries?
There's an HEB grocery on the southeast corner of the neighborhood at Oltorf and South Congress. There's also a nearby Whole Foods grocery at 6th and Lamar downtown and some basic farmer's market-type items at both Thai Fresh and the Farm To Market grocery.Where do people workout?
Nearby gyms include Pure Austin at 5th and Lamar and Gold's Gym. The hike and bike trail and the neighborhood streets and parks are also great free workout options.What kind of organized sports are offered?
Try the nearby South Austin Recreation Center at 1100 Cumberland Road for basketball and tennis.What is the traffic like when commuting to downtown?
Since no freeway driving is required, it's not bad. There is a lot of congestion on South Lamar and South Congress during rush hour, though, so allow 10 to 15 extra minutes if traveling at 8:30 AM or 5:30 PM.How long does it take to commute downtown?
Since this neighborhood borders downtown, it's only a 5 to 7-minute commute to Congress Avenue.How long does it take to drive to the airport?
It's only 20 minutes (and exactly 10 miles) to the airport from here.What makes you an expert in Bouldin Creek?
I have worked with a number of buyers in the area, as it offers such a high quality of life that many people inquire about living here. As a music and food writer in my spare time, I also spend a lot of personal time in this neighborhood and would be happy to share my thoughts with you. I also live near the neighborhood, and am friendly with many Bouldin residents and business owners. I'll be pleased to help you decide if it is the best neighborhood for you.
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