South Austin
TOP THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT SOUTH AUSTIN
Welcome to South Austin — the city’s creative core just across the river from downtown. From Barton Springs and Zilker Park to South Congress, Bouldin Creek, and South Lamar, this area blends nature, music, dining, and classic Austin character.
Days start on the trails or the lake and roll into nights at live shows, patios, and chef-driven restaurants. Historic bungalows sit beside modern builds. Cafés, food trucks, and boutiques line walkable streets. Everything feels close and easy.
Why 78704 Matters
78704 is one of Austin’s most iconic ZIP codes, covering Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and SoCo. Walkability, instant park and water access, and fast commutes keep demand strong.
Local Highlights
See It in Action
Neighborhood Schools
South Austin is served by Austin ISD with several well-regarded campuses. Attendance zones vary by address.
- Zilker Elementary and Barton Hills Elementary – Community-driven neighborhood schools.
- Travis Heights Elementary – Dual-language and enrichment near SoCo.
- O. Henry Middle School – Academics, arts, athletics.
- Austin High School – Advanced coursework on a lakeside campus.
AUSTIN NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDES
Keep Austin Full of People Who Love It
We don’t just buy and sell homes. We build community by helping clients find their place in the world.
Timothy Powles and Adam Stanley work together on the Adam Timothy Group at Compass RA and manage AT Real Estate Group LLC, a rental and vacation property investment business. We are about building community. We believe a real estate transaction is an important and extremely significant event but relationships last a lifetime. Our clients, partners, and friends trust us to get to know their story and what is most important to them. And we work tirelessly to retain that trust.
