Travis Heights
Historic bungalows on hilly, tree-lined streets a few blocks from South Congress, with Stacy Park running through the middle and downtown about 10 minutes away.
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Where it is & what it feels like
Travis Heights is bounded by South Congress Avenue to the west, I-35 to the east, Lady Bird Lake to the north and East Oltorf Street to the south. It's one of Austin's classic early-1900s neighborhoods, with winding streets that follow Blunn Creek through Stacy Park.
The area's popularity grew with South Congress: you can walk to the shops, the Continental Club and Home Slice Pizza, then come home to a quiet, shaded street. Historic bungalows sit next to modern new builds.
What you'll find here
The housing stock
Early-1900s bungalows of about 1,000–2,500 sq ft (many need updates) alongside luxury modern homes. A typical home has about 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on a 1/8 to 1/3 acre lot.
Some streets are hilly with creek views; parts of the area are in a historic district with design rules.
Typical home
- Price range
- $700K – $2M+
- Median size
- ~1,900 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 3 bd / 2 ba typical
- Built
- 1920s – today
- HOA
- None on most homes
Kien's tip: Ask whether the home is in a local historic district before planning a remodel, and check the creek-side lots for flood zones. I'll pull both for you.
Market snapshot
12 months ending August 2026, 61 homes sold (Eleven Oaks Realty, from MLS data). Estimates; figures change monthly.
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Schools
Austin ISD, 2026–27 feeder pattern.
| Level | School(s) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Travis Heights Elementary | Rated 6/10 |
| Middle | Lively Middle | Rated 4/10 |
| High | Travis Early College HS | Austin ISD transfer and magnet options are worth checking |
Ratings from GreatSchools (Sept 2026, via Eleven Oaks Realty). Check any address on the AISD 2026–27 school zone map and GreatSchools.
What would I pay each month?
Taxes are filled in for Travis Heights. Change anything.
Estimate only. Rate default reflects the ~7% national 30-yr average (Freddie Mac, Sept 2026). Tax rate is the 2025 combined rate for City of Austin / Austin ISD addresses. Homestead exemptions can lower taxes. Excludes PMI.
SoCo, music & parks
South Congress
Outdoors
Eat & drink
Getting around
Very central. I-35 and South Congress run along the edges; MoPac is a short drive west.
Approximate drive times: bright bar = off-peak, faded bar = weekday rush hour.
The honest pros & cons
Why buyers love it
- Walk to SoCoShops, music and restaurants a few blocks away
- Historic charmBungalows on shaded, hilly streets
- Super centralAbout 10 minutes to downtown and the airport
- ParksStacy Park and the lake trail close by
What to weigh
- High pricesMedian around $1.05M
- School ratingsMiddle and high school ratings are low
- Older homesMany bungalows need big updates
- I-35 noiseEastern edge is close to the freeway
Common questions
How much does a home in Travis Heights cost?
The median was about $1.05M for the 12 months ending August 2026.
What schools serve Travis Heights?
Austin ISD: Travis Heights Elementary, Lively Middle and Travis Early College High School. Verify the exact address and look at transfer options.
Is Travis Heights walkable?
Yes, especially the western side near South Congress, with restaurants, shops and music a few blocks away.
Is Travis Heights a historic district?
Parts of the neighborhood are in a local historic district with design review for exterior changes. Check the specific address.
Travis Heights or Zilker?
Travis Heights is usually a bit cheaper and closer to South Congress; Zilker has Barton Springs and a 9/10 elementary. I’m happy to tour both.
Nearby neighborhoods
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