Tarrytown

This month, we’re going to be spotlighting the Tarrytown Neighborhood of Austin, Texas.  This tony, historic area is in the zip code 78703 and is bordered by Lake Austin Boulevard on the South, Lake Austin on the West, West 35th Street on the North, and Mopac on the East. 

Tarrytown is named after Tarrytown, New York, and was first developed in 1934.  Its slogan at the time was "Where Oak Trees Charm the Eye" and many of the homes here have lake views.  Tarrytown is home to many landmarks such as the Granger and MayfieldHouses, Laguna Gloria, Lions Municipal Golf Course, Reed Park, Walsh Boat Landing and Howson Library. 

Tarrytown has long been considered of Austin's most exclusive neighborhoods, and has boasted famous residents such as Matthew McConnaughey (who was living there during the infamous “Bongo Incident”), and President George W. Bush.  While Tarrytown is mostly a residential area, its location puts it in close proximity to downtown, the University of Texas, and all the diversions Lake Austin offers. 

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Downtown Apartments

This month, we’re throwing the spotlight on Downtown, Austin Texas.  This week, we’ll be taking a look at some of the apartments in this neighborhood in the middle of everything.

AMLI Downtown is popular with those looking for a mid-rise apartment building (as opposed to a highrise), downtown.  They welcome large pets, have a fitness center, and some units have downtown views.  The apartments have gorgeous concrete floors and black appliances.

Greystar Red River Flats are located in the heart of Austin’s music district and have a free parking garage.  Units include washers and dryers, granite countertops and the community is very dog friendly, providing a dog park and welcoming large dogs.  

AMLI on 2nd is a downtown highrise with skyline and Lady Bird lake views. Units feature stained concrete floors, walls of windows, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. 

Gables 5th is a gorgeous complex that has free downtown parking.  Units have the latest designer touches like granite, subway tile backsplashes, stainless steel appliances, bamboo wood floors and frosted glass accent cabinets.  Washers and dryers are included in all units.

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Downtown Austin Schools and Employers

This month, we’re spotlighting Downtown Austin, Texas.  This week, we’ll be taking a look at the schools and employers in and around this neighborhood right in the middle of the action.

The only school actually located downtown is Pease Elementary, which is ranked Recognized.  Pease is an all-transfer school and is the oldest continually operating school in the state of Texas.  It is popular with many people who work downtown.  Downtown residents in grades Kindergarten through sixth attend nearby Matthews Elementary, which is ranked Exemplary by the TEA.  

Middle School students who reside downtown attend O. Henry Middle School, whose mascot is the Mustang and who is named for the famous writer and Austin resident O. Henry.

Downtown students who are in grades nine through twelve attend Austin High School, located right on the edge of downtown.   Austin High is over 130 years old and its mascot is Mr. Maroon.

As far as employers, there are jobs aplenty available in downtown Austin.  Whole Foods Market has their world headquarters downtown, at the corner of 6th and Lamar.  Whole Foods started with just one store in Austin in 1978 and has grown to over 330 locations across the country employing over 58,000 people.  Whole Foods specializes in organic and natural products and has consistently been ranked among the most socially responsible businesses in the nation.

GSD&M is another downtown Austin employer.  An advertising agency founded by four University of Texas graduates in 1971, their headquarters is across the street from Whole Foods.

Looking for an apartment in downtown Austin?  Give Apartment Specialists a call today at 512-241-1111 to take advantage of our expert knowledge of the vacancies, amenities and move-in specials at all the best Downtown Addresses.

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