Zilker Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Austin,
TX
Bouldin Creek
Austin,
TX
Neighborhoods
Bouldin Creek
Where neighborhood streets lead to Lady Bird Lake
About the Neighborhood
Living in Bouldin Creek
Bouldin Creek is a laid-back residential neighborhood located in South Austin across from downtown. The area features a variety of local eateries along South 1st Street, such as Bouldin Creek Cafe, Elizabeth Street Café, and Fresa’s. Bouldin Creek also includes part of South Congress Ave, one of Austin’s popular streets, home to restaurants, bars, bakeries, shops, and much more. Residents can easily access venues and major landmarks like the Long Center for the Performing Arts, the Dougherty Arts Center, and the Palmer Events Center. One of the well-known green spaces in Bouldin Creek is Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park, which features seasonal events, walking trails, lakefront views, and many smaller parks. Since Bouldin Creek is on the shores of Lady Bird Lake, residents and tourists alike can enjoy a riverboat cruise or watch the bat colony underneath the Congress Avenue Bridge. Overall, Bouldin Creek offers residents a distinct blend of local dining, green spaces, and a quintessential Austin vibe.
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Auditorium Shores
Bat Watching
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
82
Walk Score
Very Walkable
78
Bike Score
Very Bikeable
54
Transit Score
Excellent Transit
Education
Schools
Becker Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Travis Heights Elementary School
Charter · Grades PK–5
Fulmore Middle School
Public · Grades 6–8
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center
Public · Grades 7–12
Getting Around
Public Transit
South 5th Flyer (Route 105)
Bus
South 1st/Red River (Route 10)
Bus
Night Owl South Congress (Route 486)
Bus
North Lamar/South Congress (Route 1)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Bouldin Creek located in Austin?
Bouldin Creek is located just south of Downtown Austin with Lady Bird Lake to the north and the popular South Congress Avenue to the east.
Is Bouldin Creek a good neighborhood to live in Austin?
Bouldin Creek is a residential neighborhood known for its lakefront green spaces, a local dining scene, and an urban-suburban feel in South Austin. Residents enjoy close access to parks like Butler Metro Park, the businesses along South 1st Street, and the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake. The neighborhood is served by several Capital Metro bus routes, and key streets like South Congress Avenue allow straightforward commutes to Downtown Austin and surrounding areas.
What is Bouldin Creek, Austin known for?
Bouldin Creek was established as a neighborhood in the mid-20th century and is known for its proximity to Lady Bird Lake and vibrant commercial corridors like South First Street and South Congress Avenue. Locals can see the neighborhood’s charm with its mixture of historic homes and modern architecture alongside well-preserved parks and greenbelts.
How far is Bouldin Creek from downtown Austin?
Bouldin Creek is located just south of Downtown Austin, directly across Lady Bird Lake.
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