Tarrytown Neighborhood Guide
Historic Central Austin, minutes from downtown, on the edge of Lake Austin.
- City
- Austin
- Typical Home Styles
- Historic homes, renovated classics, new custom homes, lakefront estates
- Typical Price Range
- About $1.2M to $4M+, with lakefront estates far higher
- Best For
- Buyers who want a walkable, established neighborhood in the center of Austin
Overview
Living in Tarrytown
Tarrytown is one of Austin's most established neighborhoods, bordered by Lake Austin to the west and just minutes from downtown. Tree-lined streets roll down toward the lake, where western properties often have hill country and water views. Deep Eddy Pool, the Lady Bird Lake trail, and neighborhood restaurants are all close enough to walk or bike to.
The appeal
What buyers love
Location
Minutes from downtown, with Lake Austin on one side and Lady Bird Lake nearby.
Walkability
Neighborhood restaurants, coffee, pools, and trails without getting in the car.
Character
A neighborhood with decades of history and an engaged neighborhood association.
Insider notes
What to know before you buy
Building limits
Austin's residential design standards limit the size of new homes and additions. Know what you can build before you buy a lot or an older home.
Location drives price
Lake views, lake access, and lot size create big price differences from one street to the next.
Old versus new
Original homes, renovations, and new builds sit side by side, so condition and value vary widely.
Around the neighborhood
Local favorites
EAT & DRINK
Jeffrey's
a longtime Austin fine dining favorite
Josephine House
brunch and dinner in a charming cottage
Maudie's
Tex-Mex near Deep Eddy
Pool Burger
casual burgers and drinks by Deep Eddy
PARKS & OUTDOORS
Deep Eddy Pool
a spring-fed pool that stays around 68 degrees year-round
Mayfield Park
historic gardens and peacocks
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail
running and biking along the water
Reed Park
neighborhood park and pool
SHOP & EXPLORE
Tarrytown Pharmacy
a neighborhood staple
Lake Austin
boating and lake life
Lions Municipal Golf Course
historic public golf
Zilker Park
just across the lake
On the market
Homes for sale in Tarrytown
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