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Garrison Park

Garrison Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78745
$467,389 Average Value
$315 Average Price per Sq Ft
40 Homes For Sale

A quiet South Austin area with diverse homes and amenities

Garrison Park is a South Austin neighborhood with a relaxed atmosphere shaped by its cozy, sidewalk-lined streets. Many of the homes here are older, but more recent development has expanded the selection. The area’s namesake park is a centrally located attraction, a roughly 40-acre green space with walking trails, athletic fields, basketball and tennis courts, a playground, and a swimming pool. You can also find restaurants around the neighborhood for a variety of tastes, from barbecue to sushi.

Renovated classics and fresh choices in an established setting

Most of Garrison Park’s homes date to the 1970s. Classic ranch-style homes with functional floor plans line most streets, and many have been updated over the years with remodeled kitchens, refreshed bathrooms and modern finishes. These renovations give the homes a fresh feel while preserving their original structure. But if you want something that’s modern all the way through, Garrison Park has that, too. Sleek farmhouse-style homes have popped up in the area in more recent years, providing traditional styling with 21st-century flair.

Most single-family houses in Garrison Park sell for prices from the mid-$200,000s to the upper $700,000s. You’ll also find condos that range from the lower $100,000s to the upper $400,000s, with monthly HOA fees between $100 and $450. “It's a little more affordable, especially for your first or second home," says local Realtor and Austin native Joaquin Sanchez, who’s with the Zell Team at Compass. The neighborhood’s median sale price of $450,000 is less than the median in nearby pockets like Westgate (roughly $680,000) and South Menchaca ($650,000).

Homes in Garrison Park come in a variety of styes.
Homes in Garrison Park come in a variety of styes.
Homes in Garrison Park in Austin, Texas.
Homes in Garrison Park in Austin, Texas.
Many properties have attached garages.
Many properties have attached garages.
Most homes in the neighborhood have some yard space.
Most homes in the neighborhood have some yard space.
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Culinary gardens and college credits in Austin ISD

Garrison Park is part of the Austin Independent School District. Some in the area are within walking distance of either Cunningham Elementary School or Odom Elementary School, and the latter has a school-wide dual-language program in Spanish and English. Crockett Early College High School is also in the area, and has a career and technical education department where students can learn disciplines such as cosmetology, computer science and biomedical science.

Area green spaces provide room to play and escape

Garrison District Park is the neighborhood's primary green space. Its pool features two lap lanes, is 12 feet deep and is open from late April through late September. The park also provides residents with a basketball court and a shaded playground. Armadillo Neighborhood Park is a smaller, 3-acre spot that’s also close and has a nature-themed play area crafted from logs and rocks. Some of the other green spaces just outside the neighborhood are:

  • Stephenson Nature Preserve and Outdoor Education Center, which has a series of secluded trails
  • Longview Neighborhood Park, which neighbors the Stephenson Nature Preserve and has an off-leash area for dogs to roam
  • Valley Creek Park, where the kids can tackle the jungle gym and sway on the swingset

Armadillo Neighborhood Park is in the eastern half of the neighborhood.
Armadillo Neighborhood Park is in the eastern half of the neighborhood.
Garrison District Park has a community pool that's open from late April through late September.
Garrison District Park has a community pool that's open from late April through late September.
Armadillo Neighborhood Park is a place where you can go for a walk.
Armadillo Neighborhood Park is a place where you can go for a walk.
Garrison District Park has a full-length basketball court.
Garrison District Park has a full-length basketball court.
Garrison District Park spans about 40 acres.
Garrison District Park spans about 40 acres.
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Barbecue, Tex-Mex and sushi are available close to home

There are a variety of restaurants in and around Garrison Park, and the neighborhood’s walkable blocks make it so you don’t have to hop in the car to reach some of them. And you may spot a neighbor when you get where you’re going. “The neighbors are all friendly. Everyone knows one another,” says Alexandra Lagmanson, who’s a local Realtor at Dacko Realty with 35 years of industry experience. Garrison Park’s eateries include:

  • LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue, a new-school barbecue spot with inventive dishes and meats sourced from Texas ranches
  • Cherry Creek Catfish, a seafood restaurant known for its casual atmosphere
  • CUBA512, a spot for traditional Cuban fare like maduros
  • DK Sushi & Seoul Korean Restaurant, a place that boasts the status of being the oldest sushi bar in Austin, open since 1993
  • La Posada, a Tex-Mex restaurant with sizzling fajitas, enchilada plates and margaritas
La Posada and CUBA512 share a shopping center off West William Cannon Drive with businesses like Dollar General, Planet Fitness and the UPS Store. You can take William Cannon farther west to reach Sprouts Farmers Market, Desi Brothers and H-E-B locations for your groceries.

Summer Moon Coffee in Garrison Park in Austin, Texas.
Summer Moon Coffee in Garrison Park in Austin, Texas.
Beto's Bar & Restaurant in Garrison Park in Austin, Texas.
Beto's Bar & Restaurant in Garrison Park in Austin, Texas.
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Car-friendly with MoPac and Capital Metro nearby

Most residents in Garrison Park rely on cars for daily commuting, though there are several CapMetro bus stops in the neighborhood. Menchaca Road runs through the area and provides a route to the city center, about 6 miles away. Nearby Texas state Highway 71 connects drivers to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, which is located roughly 11 miles away.

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Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

24 min drive

Bus

West Gate & Berkeley SE Corner

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1701 Stassney & Rose Hill

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120 William Cannon & Mount Carrell

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William Cannon & Shier

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5701 Menchaca & Whitestone

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6400 S 1st & Eberhart

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Menchaca & William Cannon NE Corner

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Garrison Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
3,412
Number of Homes for Sale
40
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,810
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,160
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,242
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
36
Median Rent
$1,812
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,563
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,175
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,073
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,195
Median Condo Rent
$1,350
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,523

Demographics

Total Population
11,494
Median Age
39
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$99,168
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$119,163

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
50.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.7%
% Population in Labor Force
79.7%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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