Tarrytown

Tarrytown sits in West Austin between MoPac and Lake Austin, and it has a distinctly settled character that sets it apart from newer parts of the city. The tree canopy here is dense, the lots are generous, and the housing stock ranges from mid-century homes to larger newer builds on the same older streets. It's the kind of neighborhood where the bones have been in place for decades.

Dining and shopping are mostly on the edges rather than inside the neighborhood itself. You'll find restaurants and retail along nearby corridors, while Tarrytown itself stays pretty residential. That's part of the appeal, it's quiet in the way that comes from mature landscaping and low through-traffic, not from being far from things.

Outdoor access is a real draw. Lake Austin is close, with a boat ramp and marina within reach, and Lions Municipal Golf Course sits nearby. The Hula Hut restaurant on the lake is a local landmark. For people who want water access and green space without leaving the city, the location works well.

Local video tours of Tarrytown and neighboring Clarksville are available on this page, worth watching if you want an honest look at the tradeoffs of living in Old West Austin before you start touring homes.