The Domain - Austin's Uptown & Second Downtown

The Domain should be on your list of places to consider when moving to the North Austin area. It is Austin's second downtown and, as I like to call it, Uptown. In northwest Austin's high-tech sector, the Domain is a close-knit community near to everything, whether you're seeking outstanding food, top-notch shopping, luxurious apartments, or fantastic entertainment. There are plenty of reasons that you should consider moving to this area.

Date Night Location:

It's an excellent location for a date night because it's set up like an outdoor mall. I call it uptown because it's quite posh. It has a lot of things to offer. It features a major department store with everything and little stores, bars, and restaurants.

Food:

The Domain offers a variety of dining options, whether you want to splurge on a fine dining experience or grab a quick bite to eat. Visit Flower Child, a healthy restaurant, and if you are into juicing, it also has Juiceland, and it's pretty amazing. In addition to that, if you want something savory, Sprinkles is around the corner. Try Doc B's, which has phenomenal drinks and outstanding food. For date night again, Paul Martin's Austin Grill is one of my favorites.

Shopping:

The Domain has much to offer, from grocery shopping to furniture shopping. Restoration Hardware, for instance, can provide you with most of your furniture needs. You can shop at large stores like Nordstorm and smaller shops like Madewell, Zara, WholeFoods, and H-E-B. There's also an Apple store. 

The Domain Shopping Center is a wonderful place to go if you need some retail therapy. You'll never get bored at this outdoor shopping mall because it has many great stores and eateries.

So, in terms of shopping and restaurants, The Domain has everything you will need. 

Work:

One of the most compelling reasons to consider living near this area is that you can live, play and work here. They have major tech companies, including Amazon, Vrbo, Charles Schwab, Facebook, and more. You can find IBM outside of the Domain along with Texas National Instruments.  

One of the advantages of living near The Domain is that you'll be close to everything you'll need on a daily basis. 

Things to do:

While The Domain is located in the heart of Austin, there are plenty of locations to visit if you're looking for some fresh air. Hiking routes with babbling creeks and sports courts for tennis and volleyball are available at Balcones District Park. The most incredible thing to live around is that you have access to Austin FC Q2 stadium, where the Austin FC plays. 

With miles of hiking paths, a swimming pool, and playgrounds for the kids, Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park, a 293-acre park less than 10 minutes from your doorstep, is the ideal setting for a picnic.

A simple trek up Mount Bonnell will reward you with sweeping panoramic views of downtown Austin, the Colorado River, and the Texas Hill Country's rolling green hills.

Where to Live:

Milwood is an excellent place to look if you're thinking about relocating to this area. It's one of the biggest subdivisions in the area, and I like it because it has a retro vibe. While there have been some renovations, this area maintains its charm. Larger yards, bungalows, and two-story residences are available. There's a load of things that you should consider in Milwood.

Great Hills and Northwest Hills are also great neighborhoods in the area. The beauty of the scenery is one of the reasons why I appreciate these particular locations. There are many mature trees and great views.

Finally, there is Crestview. It's in the heart of downtown Austin, near to The Domain. This location is one of my favorites because it is close to hip eateries and gorgeous 1950s bungalows. 

How much will this set you back? You can get a $179,000 condo or a 3.9 million-dollar single-family home. There are apartments available at The Domain if you want to walk to work or hang out.