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South Central Austin blends a laid-back, eclectic vibe with urban convenience, making it a highly sought-after area for residents and visitors alike. Known for its charming bungalows, modern condos, and tree-lined streets, this area is home to some of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods, including Travis Heights and Bouldin Creek. Residents enjoy a mix of historic charm and contemporary development, with easy access to South Congress Avenue (SoCo), a bustling district filled with boutique shops, renowned restaurants, and vibrant nightlife.

Outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers are drawn to the area’s proximity to the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, Lady Bird Lake, and Zilker Park, where outdoor activities and live music events, such as Austin City Limits, bring the community together. With a perfect balance of culture, recreation, and accessibility to downtown, South Central Austin remains one of the most dynamic and desirable places to live in the city.

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Schools In The Area

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Barton Hills Elementary School 512-414-2013 Public KG-6
Becker Elementary School 512-414-2019 Public PK-5
Richards School for Young Women Leaders 512-414-3236 Public 6-12
Travis Early College School 512-414-2527 Public 9-12
Barton Hills Elementary School 512-414-2013 Public KG-6
Becker Elementary School 512-414-2019 Public PK-5
Zilker Elementary School 512-414-2327 Public PK-5
Galindo Elementary School 512-414-1756 Public EE-5
Travis Heights Elementary School 512-414-4495 Public EE-5
Dawson Elementary School 512-414-2070 Public EE-5
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program- Elementary School 512-414-2074 Public KG-6
St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School 512-442-8547 Private KG-8
St Austin Catholic School 512-477-3751 Private PK-8
Mainspring Schools 512-414-1700 Public PK-PK
Texas School for the Deaf 512-462-5353 Public PK-12
Barton Hills Elementary School 512-414-2013 Public KG-6
Becker Elementary School 512-414-2019 Public PK-5
Richards School for Young Women Leaders 512-414-3236 Public 6-12
Zilker Elementary School 512-414-2327 Public PK-5
Galindo Elementary School 512-414-1756 Public EE-5
Travis Heights Elementary School 512-414-4495 Public EE-5
Lively Middle School 512-414-3207 Public 6-8
Dawson Elementary School 512-414-2070 Public EE-5
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program- Elementary School 512-414-2074 Public KG-6
St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School 512-442-8547 Private KG-8
St Austin Catholic School 512-477-3751 Private PK-8
Texas School for the Deaf 512-462-5353 Public PK-12
Richards School for Young Women Leaders 512-414-3236 Public 6-12
Phoenix Academy 512-440-0613 Public 8-12
Lively Middle School 512-414-3207 Public 6-8
Leadership Academy 512-854-7077 Public 8-12
St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School 512-442-8547 Private KG-8
St Austin Catholic School 512-477-3751 Private PK-8
Trinity Charter Schools Nicoles Place 512-706-7566 Public 7-11
Texas School for the Deaf 512-462-5353 Public PK-12
Richards School for Young Women Leaders 512-414-3236 Public 6-12
Travis Early College School 512-414-2527 Public 9-12
Phoenix Academy 512-440-0613 Public 8-12
Leadership Academy 512-854-7077 Public 8-12
Graduation Preparatory Academy 512-414-6635 Public 9-12
San Juan Diego Catholic High School 512-804-1935 Private 9-12
Texas School for the Deaf 512-462-5353 Public PK-12
Waterloo School 512-810-9881 Private 9-12
Trinity Charter Schools Nicoles Place 512-706-7566 Public 7-11

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