Real Estate in Austin

Living in Austin

Austin's real estate market is one of the most dynamic in the country. The city's explosive population growth — from under 800,000 to over 2.3 million in the metro area — has transformed neighborhoods, driven new construction, and created a rental market that demands smart navigation.

Whether you're a newcomer choosing your first Austin neighborhood or a longtime resident tracking rent trends, understanding the city's geography is essential. Austin sprawls across a diverse landscape: the trendy urban core downtown, the eclectic east side, the established suburbs of northwest Austin, and rapidly growing areas south of the river.

Neighborhoods

Each Austin neighborhood has its own personality. South Congress (SoCo) is walkable, artsy, and expensive. East Austin is the creative hub with studios, breweries, and a rapidly changing demographic. Hyde Park offers a classic college-town vibe with historic homes. Mueller is Austin's model planned community with parks and local shops. Cedar Park and Round Rock offer suburban living with excellent schools and lower costs — but longer commutes.

Our neighborhoods tool lets you compare walkability scores, demographics, average rents, commute times, and overall vibe across dozens of Austin areas. It's the tool we wish we'd had when we first moved here.

Rent Trends

Austin's rental market has seen significant shifts in recent years. After the pandemic-era surge that pushed average rents to record highs, the market has stabilized with increased inventory from new apartment construction. Our rent heatmap visualizes prices across every Austin zip code, helping you identify affordable pockets and understand how prices vary by neighborhood.