Hyde Park is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Austin. It sits within the 78751 zip code and is popular with young professionals and empty nesters. This neighborhood is just 2 miles from Seton Medical Center, the Heart Hospital, and many other medical facilities. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 10 miles southeast from the area. Home sizes average just 1,500 square feet. Homes in Hyde Park average just under $700,000.
This neighborhood is located within 4 miles of downtown Austin as well as being centrally located in the city making this a desirable community. Homes for sale go quickly so be prepared when home shopping in Hyde Park. This neighborhood has an eclectic feel, well known in Austin. Originally developed in the early 1900s, Hyde Park features classic styles such as Victorian estates, tiny bungalows, cottages, and modern homes. The homes tend to be smaller and on smaller lots so you won’t see many large houses on large acreage however you will find cozy streets with tree covered lanes. Buyers will love the ambiance and sophisticated yet laid-back feel of this neighborhood.
This neighborhood is a hodge-podge of open air parks, hole-in-the-wall theaters and one of a kind places to eat, drink and live. Some neighborhood favorites are Antonelli’s cheese shop, ASTI Trattoria, Flightpath Coffee and Hyde Park bar and Grill, which serves up some of the best fries in town. Hyde Park is home to Hancock Golf Course and Shipe Park. You can enjoy the outdoors at Shipe Park with its trees, pool, tennis and basketball courts, and playground equipment.
Austin ISD serves students in Hyde Park. Students living in Hyde Park can attend their designated public school or can apply to attend one of the districts’ academic magnet schools, fine arts academies, international baccalaureate schools, or other special programs.