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Austin & the cities around it.
Practical, renter-focused guides to the neighborhoods and nearby cities I serve: where they are, what the housing looks like, what's nearby, and what to think about for your commute.
Austin neighborhoods
Downtown Austin
High-rise living on the north shore of Lady Bird Lake, close to the Capitol, the lakeside trail, and the city's busiest dining and entertainment districts.
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Creative, food-forward, and close to downtown, with a mix of newer mid-rise buildings, smaller communities, and classic bungalows.
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Home to South Congress, Zilker Park, and Barton Springs, with everything from mid-rise buildings on busy corridors to garden-style communities further south.
Read the guideNorth Austin & The Domain
A mixed-use hub in North Austin with shopping, dining, offices, and a large concentration of newer, amenity-rich apartment communities.
Read the guideSurrounding cities
More space, newer communities, and rental homes, with Austin still within reach.
- Round Rock
- Georgetown
- Pflugerville
- Hutto
- Cedar Park
- Leander
- Buda
- Kyle
Surrounding Cities
Round Rock, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Hutto, Cedar Park, Leander, Buda, and Kyle. More space and newer communities, with Austin still within reach.
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Renting & relocating, explained.
Straightforward advice for your search. More guides are on the way.
Comparing apartments the right way: base rent, specials & monthly fees
How to compare the real monthly cost of Austin apartments. Base rent, move-in specials, lease terms, and recurring fees explained.
Read guideMoving to Austin from out of town: a renter's planning checklist
A practical checklist for renters relocating to Austin. Timing, remote tours, choosing an area, and what to prepare before you apply.
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