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Zilker neighborhood

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Zilker

Austin
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City
28K
Est. Population
Covers all of ZIP 78746
1
School District

About

Living in Zilker

Zilker is one of Austin's most beloved neighborhoods, anchored by the 350-acre Zilker Metropolitan Park and the spring-fed waters of Barton Springs Pool. The area sits just south of Lady Bird Lake and offers residents quick access to the Barton Creek Greenbelt's hiking and biking trails.

Homes in Zilker range from original 1940s and 1950s ranch-style houses to fully renovated luxury properties, all set on mature, tree-lined streets. The neighborhood's proximity to downtown, outdoor recreation, and the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival makes it one of the most competitive real estate markets in the city.

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Demographics

Suburban

Classic suburban feel — yards, space, neighbors

Based on ZIP 78746

28K
people
1K
per sq mi
44
median age
82%
bachelor's+
40%
graduate+

Work & Economy

Lots of remote workers here — 42% work from home, way above the national average, and the job market here is really strong, and and everyone has solid internet.

2.6%
unemployed
TX avg 4.4%
41.7%
work from home
U.S. avg 15.2%
98.6%
broadband
4.2%
below poverty
TX avg 13.4%

Housing Profile

Balanced

Healthy mix of owners and renters, mostly '80s and '90s builds with real character, though a lot of renters here are feeling the squeeze.

66%
34%
Own11,848 unitsRent
$1,494,300
home value
$2,136/mo
median rent
1988
year built
69%
single-family
44%
rent-burdened

Getting Around

Car-Dependent

You'll definitely want a car for daily errands.

41/ 100
Walk Score
Walk41 / 100
Bike65 / 100
Transit36 / 100
20 min
avg. commute
4%
no vehicle

Daily Life

You've got H-E-B, Sprouts, Target and more for groceries, tons of dining options — you won't get bored, and plenty of green space to get outside.

Grocery· 20+Excellent
Retail· 20+Excellent
Dining· 20+Excellent
Parks· 20+Excellent
Healthcare· 20+Excellent
Entertainment· 19Great
H-E-BSproutsTargetTrader Joe'sWhole FoodsBrush SquareRicky Guerrero ParkSouth Austin Neighborhood ParkTreemont ParkRollingwood Municipal ParkEilers Neighborhood ParkWalsh Boat LandingDon Baylor ParkGillis ParkMary Dawson Pocket ParkH-E-BSproutsTargetTrader Joe'sWhole FoodsBrush SquareRicky Guerrero ParkSouth Austin Neighborhood ParkTreemont ParkRollingwood Municipal ParkEilers Neighborhood ParkWalsh Boat LandingDon Baylor ParkGillis ParkMary Dawson Pocket Park

Education

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