Kiker Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Austin,
TX
Southwest Austin
About the Neighborhood
Living in Southwest Austin
Southwest Austin is an expansive residential district, located on the southwestern edge of the city. The area encompasses many sub-neighborhoods including Slaughter Creek, Southpark Meadows, and Cherry Creek, so there are plenty of distinct areas to explore. Southwest Austin is home to a wide range of outdoor spaces, including Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park, Stephenson Nature Preserve, and Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park on Slaughter Creek. One of the neighborhood’s highlights is Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, a center dedicated to native Texas plants and wildflowers. Southwest Austin has a large selection of shopping centers and commercial areas, whether you’re looking to shop, dine, or see a movie. Overall, Southwest Austin offers a variety of neighborhoods, plenty of outdoor spaces, local dining, and suburban convenience.
Wildflower Center
Nature Preserves
Suburban Convenience
Community
What Neighbors Say
Southwest Austin is where Hill Country charm meets established neighborhoods, good schools, and outdoor living, with a convenient commute to downtown Austin.
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Real Estate
Market Overview
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Apartment & Rentals
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
12
Walk Score
Almost All Errands Require a Car
29
Bike Score
Minimal Bikeable Infrastructure
28
Transit Score
Some Transit
Education
Schools
Bowie High School
Public · Grades 9–12
Cowan Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Baranoff Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Valor South Austin
Charter · Grades K–12
Getting Around
Public Transit
William Cannon (Route 333)
Bus
Westgate/Slaughter (Route 318)
Bus
Burnet/Manchaca (Route 3)
Bus
Manchaca Flyer (Route 103)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Southwest Austin located in Austin?
Southwest Austin is located in the lower southwestern corner of the city with the Circle C Ranch community to the south and South Lamar to the north.
Is Southwest Austin a good neighborhood to live in Austin?
Southwest Austin is a large neighborhood with smaller residential areas and commercial streets, alongside access to Texas Hill Country. The area is known for its expansive green spaces, including the William H. Russell Karst Preserve, retail centers like Southpark Meadows, and outdoor recreation facilities. Southwest Austin has great connectivity to Downtown Austin and surrounding areas with access to Highway 290, Highway 71, and the MoPac Expressway, although public transit reliability depends on which specific neighborhood you live in.
What is Southwest Austin, Austin known for?
Southwest Austin is known for its Hill Country landscape, suburban feel, and proximity to major natural preserves, including Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park and South Hills Conservation Area. The area is also popular for shopping, enjoying local restaurants, or seeing live music in one of Southwest Austin’s many sub-neighborhoods.
How far is Southwest Austin from downtown Austin?
Southwest Austin is located about 10 miles southwest of Downtown Austin.
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