A recent Austin Towers article points out the fact that the huge number of top ten lists, shout-outs in business magazines, positive press coverage, and explosive growth rate in Austin all point to an undeniable fact: Austin, TX is no longer a sleep college town, but rather a thriving top-tier city that is going to continue to attract huge new residents in the coming years. Austin has grown rapidly during the last decade (as have the surrounding areas such a Pflugerville and Round Rock which have both been among the fastest growing cities in the US in the past five years), and people coming to Austin are eager to take advantage of the fantastic job market, stable real estate prices, quality of life, and more. How does this relate to the UT real estate market? Investing in UT real estate isn’t an excellent idea just because of steady appreciation, consistently high occupancy, and unparalleled location, but also because as Austin continues to grow and true central city density develops, property is going to be at an even greater premium that’s closer to Downtown, parks, major thoroughfares, and retail/dining. Sound familiar? That’s UT Austin, specifically the North Campus and West Campus areas (you can search for properties here or learn more about the neighborhoods here), and West Campus Living is here to help you make the smart move today. Read on to learn more about some of the recent attention Austin has received and some of the ways in which it’s going to be one of the most important American cities of the next two decades.
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Just north of UT campus in the wonderful Hyde Park neighborhood, duplexes and houses geared towards students are a great alternative to some of the tiny North Campus apartments offered by campus firms. Houses are a great way for your group to share fixed costs, have fun living together, and utilize ample common space for a variety of purposes. This house on Duval Street, offered by West Campus Living, exemplifies what’s great about choosing a house as a UT student - location, features, and cost are all perfect for you and your roommates looking for a sweet pad for next year. Lots of houses in the area aren’t well maintained, have extremely small bedrooms, don’t allow pets, have tiny yards, or don’t feature ample parking for you and your friends. But this house is really something special: keep reading to learn more about this fantastic property at Duval and 46th Street — 4600 Duval.
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Just north of UT campus in the wonderful Hyde Park neighborhood, duplexes and houses geared towards students are a great alternative to some of the tiny North Campus apartments offered by campus firms. Houses are a great way for a large group to share fixed costs, have fun living together, and utilize ample common space for a variety of purposes. This house on E 44th Street, offered by West Campus Living, exemplifies what’s great about choosing a house as a UT student - location, features, and cost are all perfect for your group of students looking for a sweet pad for next year. Lots of houses in the area aren’t well maintained, have extremely small third or fourth bedrooms, don’t allow pets, have tiny yards, or don’t feature ample parking for you and your friends. But this house is really something special: keep reading to learn more about this fantastic property at 44th and Red River — 812 E. 44th Street.
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Hyde Park is the quintessential old-Austin neighborhood, and its laid-back vibe, beautiful tree-shaded avenues, and wealth of outstanding local businesses make this one of Central Austin’s most desirable residential areas. With beautiful early twentieth-century architecture and a rich history, Hyde Park represents the spirit of Old Austin, and a Hyde Park Home is a symbol of living the good life in Central Austin!
Despite being very densely populated, Hyde Park feels warm and inviting. Almost every home has a porch, and the few apartment and condo complexes are quaint and inviting. The area was laid out by native Texan Morton Shipe in the late 19th century, when Austin was still growing and Hyde Park was on the northern edge of town.
Hyde Parkers are serious about maintaining the historic feel and architectural integrity of the neighborhood. The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association deals with such issues, and also runs an annual home tour, which allows people to check out the amazing historic homes the neighborhood has to offer.
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