Here’s some background on popular Travis Heights, one of South Austin’s oldest neighborhoods. Making a drive through the area a pleasure to the eyes with its lush mature landscaping, charm and history.

Located south of the Colorado River and tucked between Interstate 35 and South Congress Avenue and in the 78704 zip code, Travis Heights is a desirable address among professionals who are looking for a quiet neighborhood close to downtown.

Development of Travis Heights started in the late 1880s. It was an ideal place for a "country mansion" away from downtown. At that time, the only way across to cross the Colorado River was by ferry, making the Travis Heights location extremely desirable. However, few mansions were ever built.

In the 1920s, real estate developer, Travis Heights, built smaller homes with carriage houses and detached garages, which today have been turned into much desired apartments. There is an ongoing battle between developers and residents who wish to preserver the integrity of the neighborhood. Many of the older homes have been torn down in recent years for ‘McMansions, which are usually bigger than the older 1920s homes.  

Reasons To Buy Travis Heights Real Estate

Proximity to downtown Austin is a major attraction. The revitalization of South Congress Avenue, referred to as SoCo, is the biggest a draw. nearby are local cafes, restaurants and stylish boutiques, adding to Travis Heights’ popularity and property values.

Travis Heights Parks

The streets roll up and down a series of small rises, giving Travis heights its name and residents great views of downtown.

• Two parks, Big Stacy and Little Stacy, have the same rolling wooded landscape, offering a place for families to play, jog, cycle, play tennis, or simply relax in a natural, wooded, 23 acre greenbelt along Blunn Creek.
• Norwood Estate Park at Riverside Drive has been designated a dog-friendly, leash free park where neighbors gather with their pets after work and on weekends.

Homes in Travis Heights range from $200,000 to $1,000,000 with the average being at $275,000. The neighborhood’s quaintness and close proximity to downtown have allowed it to maintain property values when other areas of Austin were not so lucky. If you are looking to buy Travis Heights real estate, search on this site in zip 78704.

Travis Heights, which is an excellent long-term investment, a wonderful place to live and raise a family.

[Photo Credit: Travis Heights Condos]

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