The West End Neighborhood

Austin, Texas

Suppose you happen to find yourself taking in the local art scene in Austin, Texas, and end up joyfully wandering from gallery to gallery while simultaneously searching for that perfect antique piece for your entryway. In that case, chances are you’ve ended up in West End, also known as the Central Design District. Having the largest concentration of art galleries and antique shops in Austin, West End is a paradise for designers, and its location makes it an ideal home for creatives. Urban but near enough to Lady Bird Lake to guarantee lots of green spaces and walking trails, West End is a desirable community, and for a good reason.

The Homes of West End

West End dates back to the 1930s, and its homes are a delightful mix of designs from then till now. Single-family cottage homes mix with arthouse flats and condos, and creativity is on display. Many facings can be found in every possible medium, and trees are lofty and fully grown. Landscaping is as artful and eccentric as the homes and shops, with square footage ranging from 1,000 to 2,500 and two bedrooms and one bathroom up to four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Restaurants, Arts & Entertainment

Ah, Austin, Texas- where weird is celebrated, and uniqueness is a prerequisite. There is a reason people are flocking to Austin in droves. Every neighborhood and its residents will tell you their community is the most Austin. No matter what kind of human you are, you will find a place to call home in Austin. So feel alright, alright, alright at Top Notch Hamburgers while you feast on that Number #3 Top Pick. Have some fun at Emerald Tavern Games & Café during family game night. Squeeze into your favorite booth at Conan’s Pizza. Thank the universe for locally sourced ingredients at Jack Allen’s Kitchen, or take a trip to the original Kerbey Lane Café. Take a trip to Austin’s prized Zilker Park. Ride the train, take a swim in Barton Spring’s Pool, or take in a night of outdoor theatre on the Zilker Hillside. Join your friends for a night on 6^th Street, or visit one of the numerous museums. The possibilities are endless in the heart of Texas.

Childhood Education – Austin Independent School District

All are welcome- First established in 1881, equity, diversity, and collective responsibility are the driving forces behind Austin Independent School District. Over 74,000 students make up one hundred and twenty-five separate school systems, partnering with local Universities, non-profits, and innovative businesses to create an award-winning curriculum that is reinventing modern urban public education. West End residents can confidently trust their children’s education to nearby schools, including Zilker Elementary, O Henry Middle School, and Austin High School.