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East Austin covers a stretch of distinct neighborhoods east of downtown, from lakeside streets near Cesar Chavez to the planned community of Mueller.
East Austin covers a stretch of distinct neighborhoods east of downtown, from lakeside streets near Cesar Chavez to the planned community of Mueller.
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What's my home worth? →East Austin sits just east of downtown Austin and covers a wide range of neighborhoods, each with its own feel. Along East Cesar Chavez and Holly Street, you get close proximity to Lady Bird Lake and the hike-and-bike trail. Further east, areas like Govalle and Rosewood have older housing stock on established streets, while Cherrywood and Mueller draw buyers looking for walkable blocks and newer development.
Housing in East Austin runs the full spectrum. You'll find older bungalows and cottages that have been updated, new construction infill, and the purpose-built Mueller development, which was built on the former Mueller Airport site and includes a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and condos around a central park and retail strip.
The area has a lot of independent restaurants, coffee shops, and music venues concentrated along East 6th Street and the surrounding corridors. Groceries, pharmacies, and everyday errands are generally easy to handle without leaving the east side. Downtown Austin is a short drive or bike ride from most of the inner neighborhoods.
Local agent Nicole Cooper has put together a video breaking down East Austin's sub-neighborhoods, home prices, neighborhood character, and what sets each area apart, which you can watch here on Local Station.
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East Austin includes several distinct areas: East Cesar Chavez, Holly, Cherrywood, Rosewood, Govalle, and Mueller, among others. Each has its own character and housing mix, ranging from older cottages to newer planned development.
You'll find a wide range, older bungalows and craftsman-style cottages, updated infill homes, new construction townhomes, and condos. The Mueller neighborhood specifically has purpose-built mixed housing around a central park.
The inner East Austin neighborhoods are generally just one to three miles from downtown, making it a short drive or an easy bike ride on most days.
East Austin has a dense stretch of independent restaurants, bars, and live music venues along East 6th Street and nearby corridors. The hike-and-bike trail along Lady Bird Lake is accessible from the southern end of the area near Holly and East Cesar Chavez.
Mueller is a planned community built on the former Mueller Airport site, with a more uniform layout, a central park, and retail built into the neighborhood. It contrasts with older East Austin streets, which have more organic development and a mix of housing ages and styles.
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