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Rosewood

Rosewood

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78702, 78722

Neighborhood Reviews
3.3
$611,804 Average Value
$491 Average Price per Sq Ft
38 Homes For Sale

A flowering Austin neighborhood

Austin’s Rosewood neighborhood was settled by Europeans in the late 1800s before the community, and East Austin as a whole, was rezoned as a neighborhood for African-Americans during the Jim Crow era. Things have changed a lot since then, and since the early 21st century, Rosewood has become a desirable community for buyers of all backgrounds seeking easy access to Downtown Austin, the University of Texas at Austin, the numerous restaurants of 6th Street and the sleek, modern homes which continue to enter the neighborhood. “It’s a very friendly and constantly growing community,” says Luis Padilla, Site Supervisor at the Dolores Duffie Recreation Center. “It’s a neighborhood where you see construction and new businesses popping up and older facilities and sites getting renovations.”

Rosewood, nestled in Austin, exudes a vibrant atmosphere and historic charm.
Rosewood, nestled in Austin, exudes a vibrant atmosphere and historic charm.
Hillside Farmacy in Rosewood serves up fresh flavors and farm-to-table delights.
Hillside Farmacy in Rosewood serves up fresh flavors and farm-to-table delights.
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Established homes and new constructions

Lots are well-shaded by mature trees in Rosewood, with succulents filling in the sunny spots. Streets, especially on the west side, tend to follow a grid pattern, and most are accompanied by sidewalks. Rosewood’s housing stock includes colorful Minimal Traditionalist builds from the 1940s and one- and two-story 21st century modernist constructions. Detached home prices range from $400,000 to $1.3 million, with newer homes usually falling in the upper range. Condos range from $300,000 to $800,000.

Plenty of modern homes are being built in Rosewood.
Plenty of modern homes are being built in Rosewood.
Rosewood showcases new-built homes, offering modern comforts and style.
Rosewood showcases new-built homes, offering modern comforts and style.
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Local treats and specialty grocers

Local eating options include Rockstar Bagels, which serves up coffee and homemade bagels, and King Bee, a cocktail bar with a back patio and live jazz performances on select nights. East Cesar Chavez’s East 6th Street is lined with restaurants from Ramen Tatsu-Ya to Suerte, which serves up mid-scale Mexican food in a casual atmosphere. An H-E-B can be found to the north in Mueller and to the south in Holly. More shopping options can be found at Capital Plaza and at the Domain shopping center 11 miles to the north. Vendors sell fresh produce, seafood and other goods at the Texas Farmers’ Market at Mueller each Sunday.

Rockstar Bagels in Rosewood crafts artisanal delights, satisfying bagel cravings with flair.
Rockstar Bagels in Rosewood crafts artisanal delights, satisfying bagel cravings with flair.
Residents have easy access to the HEB in the heart of Rosewood.
Residents have easy access to the HEB in the heart of Rosewood.
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Fun for residents of all ages

Residents can cheer on the Texas Longhorns football team at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium or catch a concert at Moody Amphitheater. The Dolores Duffie Recreation Center hosts various programs for kids, teens, adults and seniors. “We have activities here such as the digital recording studio, camps and the Totally Cool Totally Art Program (TCTA),” Padilla says. The TCTA is a free after-school program where teens create art projects directly with professional artists.

Near an acclaimed private school and The University of Texas at Austin

Several elementary schools serve Rosewood students, including Oak Springs Elementary, which receives a C-plus from Niche, and Campbell Elementary, which receives a B-minus. Students can then move on to A-rated Kealing Middle before finishing up at Eastside Early College High. The school receives an overall C-plus from Niche and offers a program allowing students to graduate with a both a high school diploma and tuition-free associate degree. School choice options include Austin Peace Academy, which Niche awards an A-plus and ranks as the best private K-12 school in the Austin area. The school is about a 3-mile drive to the northeast. The University of Texas at Austin is a 2-mile drive to the west.

Eastside Early College, Austin, thrives on community involvement, shaping future leaders.
Eastside Early College, Austin, thrives on community involvement, shaping future leaders.
Oak Springs Elementary, Austin, celebrates diversity, creating an inclusive atmosphere.
Oak Springs Elementary, Austin, celebrates diversity, creating an inclusive atmosphere.
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Indoor and outdoor recreation

Situated near the geographic heart of the community, Rosewood Neighborhood Park offers baseball diamonds, a splash pad, an outdoor pool and more. The Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex is like a time capsule from the ‘90s with a nostalgically designed movie theatre, a bowling alley, a roller rink and a food court. Mueller Lake Park sits about 2 miles to the north of Rosewood and spans 30 acres, with trails for joggers, tables for picnicking and an amphitheater for concerts. After a hot day outdoors, residents can cool off and catch a flick at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Mueller or explore the interactive exhibits at the Thinkery, a children’s museum.

Locals can bowl, roller skate and watch movies at Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex.
Locals can bowl, roller skate and watch movies at Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex.
Rosewood park invite residents to spice up their leisure with thrilling pickleball matches.
Rosewood park invite residents to spice up their leisure with thrilling pickleball matches.
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There’s more than one way to get around Rosewood

Several Capital MetroBus lines serve the community such as routes 2, 5, 135, 350 and 485, shuttling locals around Austin. The CapMetro rail runs by the MLK Jr. station. Downtown Austin is only 2 miles to the west and bikeable thanks to bike lanes on roads such as East 12th Street, North Pleasant Valley Road and Rosewood Avenue/Oak Springs Drive. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the third busiest airport in Texas, is about 10 miles to the south. Rosewood is between two major highways: Interstate 35 and US Route 183, which has toll lanes for drivers looking for a speedier commute.

Rosewood residents benefit from convenient CapMetro access for seamless transportation.
Rosewood residents benefit from convenient CapMetro access for seamless transportation.
Bus stations dot Rosewood, ensuring convenient public transit for all residents.
Bus stations dot Rosewood, ensuring convenient public transit for all residents.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

20 min drive

Bus

Oak Springs & Ridgeway

Bus

12th & Oak Grove

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2204 Airport & Manor

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2863 12th & Alexander

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2918 Martin Luther King Jr & Clifford

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2215 Rosewood & Chestnut

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Rosewood & Alamo

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 6 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
10/28/2015 Niche Review
I would live here again because the people are friendly. Austin is an eco-friendly city that is big and small at the same time.
5.0 Current Resident
6/7/2023 Niche Review
The community is very generous, diverse, and welcoming. There is a mixture of the past and the present here in the form of residents who have ancestral history here, and those who are transplants.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rosewood US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$585,000
Median Single Family Price
$624,900
Median Townhouse Price
$579,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$629,999
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$349,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$491
Number of Homes for Sale
38
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Months of Supply
10.10
Median List Price
$649,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,075
Median Year Built
1957
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,566
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,566
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,260
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
826
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 4pm

    3007 Kuhlman Ave, Austin, TX 78702

    $525,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 852 Sq Ft
    • 3007 Kuhlman Ave
    • New 15 days ago

    This charming, move-in-ready East Austin bungalow offers a fantastic opportunity with room to grow—live in the updated 2-bed, 1-bath home while building an ADU or expanding on the 6,534 sq. ft. lot. Tucked away on a quiet, low-traffic street, this hidden gem is surrounded by well-maintained homes and new construction, yet offers a peaceful, private setting. Inside, the home is filled with natural

    Christen Bakke Compass RE Texas, LLC

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 3pm

    1174 Bedford St Unit 2, Austin, TX 78702

    $559,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,065 Sq Ft
    • 1174 Bedford St
    • Unit 2

    Situated on a tranquil, tree-canopied street in the heart of vibrant East Austin, this meticulously crafted two-bedroom, two-bath residence embodies refined urban living with a distinctly modern edge—and with a recent price reduction, it now presents an exceptional opportunity at a highly competitive price point. Designed to impress yet grounded in comfort, the home is awash in natural light

    Michael Reisor Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    1191 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702

    $675,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 816 Sq Ft
    • 1191 Chicon St

    Discover a perfect blend of East Austin charm and modern convenience in this fully remodeled 1927 bungalow, perfectly positioned on a corner lot at 12th and Chicon. Taken down to the studs in 2016, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home exudes character and modern living. Step outside to a wraparound deck surrounding a retrofitted 19’ 1963 Globe Trotter Airstream. Designed as a versatile guest suite or

    Alex Hernandez-Bobrow KW-Austin Portfolio Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,656
Median Age
35
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,805
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,628

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86%
College Graduates
45%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

52 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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