Southwest Austin Schools

Schools in Southwest Austin are served by the Austin Independent School District, which has been an Academically Acceptable district for many years. Several of the schools in the Austin ISD have also been national Blue Ribbon Schools. For the neighborhoods of Southwest Austin, the Austin ISD’s flagship school is James Bowie High School, the major high school in the area. Southwest Austin Real Estate is just as valuable for its land as its value on high performing schools.

Elementary Schools in South Austin:

• Oak Hill Elementary
• Mills Elementary
• Kiker Elementary

Middle Schools in South Austin:

• Gorzycki Middle School
• Covington Middle School
• Bailey Middle School

High Schools in South Austin:

• James Bowie High School

There are several other schools in the area. For more information, get in touch with Realty Austin today!

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Southwest Austin, please contact us or call our Southwest Austin Real Estate Team at (512) 241-1300 or (888) AUS-RELO.

Southwest Austin Amenities

Southwest Austin is centered around nature. Between the fast pace of downtown and the wide open laid back zest of the Texas Hill Country, Southwest Austin is at the cross roads of man made attractions and natural wonders. In Southwest Austin, you’ll find homes with hilltop views and greenbelts for backyards.

The Barton Creek Greenbelt spans a great distance through Southwest Austin with it’s breathtaking tree-covered canyons. You’ll also find many wide open nature preserves with plenty of trails and wildlife to enjoy. In addition, living in Southwest Austin, you’re still close to so many shops, restaurants, and Austin attractions.

Parks:

• Barton Creek Wilderness Park
• Barton Creek Greenbelt
• Zilker Park
• Slaughter Creek Preserve Trail
• Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Creeks:

• Slaughter Creek
• Barton Creek
• Williamson Creek

Recreation:

• Oak Hill Golf Range
• Slaughter Creek Athletic Fields

Shopping:

• Barton Creek Square Mall
• South Park Meadows
• Escarpment Village
• Central Market

     Entertainment:

• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
• The Backyard
• Nutty Brown Café

For more information on Southwest Austin, get in touch with Realty Austin today, or view listings below.

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Southwest Austin, please contact us or call our Southwest Austin Real Estate Team at (512) 241-1300 or (888) AUS-RELO.

Southwest Austin Location

Southwest Austin is one of the most pristine areas of Austin to live, and love. Most of Southwest Austin home development has occurred alongside population growth, so transportation infrastructure allows quick access to pretty much anywhere in town and towards the Texas Hill Country. With close access to major thoroughfares like Highway 71 and I-35, you’re only a stone’s throw from all that the city has to offer.

Distance to Major Austin Amenities & Attractions

• Interstate 35: 9 miles, 11 minutes
• UT: 13.2 miles, 18 minutes
• Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail: 7.3 miles, 9 minutes
• Mopac Expressway: 3 miles, 4 minutes
• ACC (Pinnacle Campus): 1.3 miles, 6 minutes
• Barton Creek Greenbelt: 4.4 miles, 6 minutes
• Lake Austin: 9 miles, 13 minutes
• Austin Bergstrom International Airport: 15 miles, 18 minutes
• Circuit of the Americas: 20.1 miles, 25 minutes
• Lake Travis: 16.7 miles, 24 minutes
• Texas Hill Country: 14.9 miles, 20 minutes

Location to Closest Amenities

• Nearest Emergency Hospital: Seton Southwest Medical Center, 1.8 miles, 7 minutes
• Nearest General Physician: Premier Family Physicians, 2 miles, 4 minutes
• Nearest Major Employers: Seton Southwest Medical Center, AMD, Freescale Semiconductor
• Nearest High School: Bowie High School, 5.1 miles, 12 minutes
• Nearest Restaurants: The Salt Lick Barbecue, Galaxy Café, Evangeline Café, Wok on Fire, Manieri’s Pizza Café, Satellite Bistro and Bar, Trudy’s, Hill’s Café, Umi Sushi Bar and Grill, Maudie’s Hacienda, DK Sushi, Brick Oven, Strange Brew Coffee Shop, Cherry Creek Catfish, Santa Rita Tex-Mex Cantina, Waterloo Ice House, Tiff’s Treats
• Nearest Shops: Austin Shoe Hospital, H-E-B, Alamo Slaughter
• Nearest Outdoor Recreation Areas: Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park, Grey Rock Golf Course, Baurle Ranch Park, Barton Creek Wilderness Park, Slaughter Creek Preserve Trail, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Mary Moore Searight Park

For more information on Southwest Austin homes, get in touch with Realty Austin today!

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Southwest Austin, please contact us or call our Southwest Austin Real Estate Team at (512) 241-1300 or (888) AUS-RELO.

Central Austin Neighborhood Video Tours

Southwest Austin is a sprawling and exciting part of town. One half Austin metropolis, one half Texas countryside, homes in Southwest Austin provide proximity to all Austin amenities as well as a sense that you’re getting away from it all. Many of the neighborhoods feature late 20^th and early 21^st century construction, offers plenty of community amenities, and support by the stellar Austin, Hays, and Dripping Springs ISD. For more information on Southwest Austin homes for sale, get in touch with Realty Austin today!

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Southwest Austin, please contact us or call our Southwest Austin Real Estate Team at (512) 241-1300 or (888) AUS-RELO.

Contact a Southwest Austin Specialist

Southwest Austin is as diverse as it is large. Countless neighborhoods are spread across the region served by 3 different school districts. You can easily find contemporary luxury condos right next to mid-century ranch homes. Needless to say, when looking for Southwest Austin real estate, you’re going to have a lot of questions. Let Realty Austin be your Southwest Austin homes expert. Get in touch with us today!