Living and Working in Downtown Austin
If you are an urban dweller and enjoy the hubbub of city life then it is time to speak with an Austin real estate agent about moving to downtown Austin. Austin is one of the fastest growing cities in America for good reason. There are many jobs and affordable housing. The city has a lot of recreational activities to offer from its famous live music scene to its outdoor lakes and trails. So, whether you are single and looking for an active nightlife or a family looking for fun things to do together, Austin has much to offer.
One of the best ways to enjoy everything that this diverse city has to offer is to live in the heart of the city – the downtown district. From downtown Austin you can easily walk to work, to a club or to a shopping area. The famous Sixth Street entertainment district will be close by as well the Warehouse district that has fancier restaurants. The 2nd Street retail district offers many shopping options that are easy to get to from your downtown home. The 2nd Street Retail District offers unusual shops, hip restaurants and fun places to live. Also, close by are the State Capitol and many museums of Austin. So, no matter what your interests there will be many activities to do and many things to see within walking distance of your downtown home. Many of the residential units in Downtown Austin are close enough for people to enjoy the attractions yet far away enough that they do not cause a noise nuisance.
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Unlike many state capitols, Austin remains a bustling city on the weekends. There are many film and art festivals that occur, especially during the spring and summer. There is also a popular farmer’s market on Saturday mornings and many stores, museums, galleries and restaurants to explore.
As your Austin real estate agent will show you, many of the homes for sale in the downtown district are condominiums in mid and high rise buildings. There are a few single family homes and townhomes available but they are the minority of listings. To be considered downtown Austin for purposes of the MLS real estate listings, a property should be within the following boundaries: North Boundary: M.L.K., South Boundary: Town Lake, East Boundary: Highway I-35 and West Boundary: Lamar Boulevard.
The Downtown Austin Neighborhood Alliance is committed to keeping the downtown area a safe and exciting place to live. They address safety concerns and advocate for keeping downtown a pedestrian friendly place. They also advocate for keeping public spaces and historical places safe from development and they organize social activities to help neighborhoods unite and share some warm Southern hospitality. The organization is also a good source of information about the area and the many happenings that take place in the downtown region.
There are many good reasons to buy a residence in Downtown Austin. If you are ready to explore the possibilities, then contact your Austin real estate agent who will be happy to assist you.
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