The Best Austin Neighborhoods for Young Professionals

If you’re a young person at the start of your professional career, you’re probably still trying to figure out most things in your life. You’ve probably moved out of your parents’ house and are trying to find your place and purpose in the world. In that case, you should probably consider moving to a neighborhood full of young professionals such as yourself. This is because, as a young person on the rise, you would most likely benefit from living in a place where your peers and other like-minded individuals surround you. To make it easier for you, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best Austin neighborhoods for young professionals.

Why Austin?

Austin isn’t just an ideal place to start your career – it’s so much more than that. This city is also famous for its legendary food and lively nightlife, along with stunning lakes and rolling hills. It’s got something for everyone, no matter your interests. It also has a long list of diverse neighborhoods that will meet your needs, whether you’re looking for eccentric local stores, beautiful views, or the greatest spot for kids. So, if you’re interested in finding more about Austin’s neighborhoods and the upsides of living there, stick around to find out.

Neighborhoods

Zilker

Zilker is one of Austin’s best neighborhoods for young professionals and singles, thanks to its laid-back feel and abundance of things to do. If you’re looking to buy a place in Austin, this might just be the neighborhood for you. Zilker not only has a lot of new development with contemporary houses and condominiums, but it’s also right near Zilker Metropolitan Park, which hosts the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival. This festival draws thousands of music fans from all over the country each year. Even during the rest of the year, Zilker is a great nightlife spot for young people looking to have fun. However, nightlife and fun are not all this neighborhood has to offer. The reason so many young professionals enjoy this neighborhood is also because of the easy and fast commutes into downtown Austin.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is our second choice when it comes to the best neighborhoods for young professionals in Austin. This artistic, young professional community provides some peace and quiet without completely removing you from city life. It’s beautiful and tree-lined, with local eateries and coffee shops, and it’s built in the same style as it was a hundred years ago. However, despite its small-town atmosphere, it is only a short drive from downtown Austin so you can hop there whenever you feel like it. The balance that Hyde Park offers is truly unmatched by other neighborhoods. It’s an excellent place for anybody who enjoys nature, art, a little isolation, and

Downtown Austin

Another great choice is downtown Austin. Living there means living right in the center of Austin’s life and culture, which comes with many advantages. The area is filled with excellent pubs, sophisticated restaurants, and outdoor activities. On the other hand, the neighborhood is also surrounded by large office and residential towers. It’s a great neighborhood that can allow you to achieve a perfect balance of work and play. You’ll never have to worry about finding a place to go out for drinks after work or weekend activities to partake in.

Cherrywood

Cherrywood is the best place for young medical professionals in Austin. However, it’s also a great spot for anyone looking for a quiet place to settle down. It’s known for its quirky character and friendly neighbors. When moving, you can choose from a wide range of cheap mid-century ranches, modern bungalows, and newly developed flats and condominiums.

West Campus

West Campus is another wonderful Austin area for young professionals who want to live close to local pubs, restaurants, and coffee shops. Moreover, this neighborhood also boasts easy access to public transit, freeways, and a short commute into downtown. The main disadvantage of West Campus is that it’s a little further away from downtown. However, it is still a good option for recent grads searching for a place to live while attending school or working in Austin.

South Austin

Locals refer to South Austin as ‘a taste of old Austin’. While this spot is not particularly known for being THE neighborhood for young professionals, it’s still a great neighborhood you should consider. South Austin is filled with charming buildings, old-school stores, and long-running family restaurants. It’s also a great nightlife spot and a home to multiple theatres and performance art centers. With all of this and beautiful surroundings, South Austin will be able to fulfill all your needs.

While the apartments and houses in South Austin vary in size, you shouldn’t worry about all your things not fitting into your new place. If you run out of storage room in your apartment, finding extra storage in this area is very easy and affordable.

The Domain

Northwest Austin’s ‘second Downtown’ is a relatively new development. The Domain is a mixed-use development with offices, retail, and residential space. It’s located near Research Boulevard, making it a great place to live if you work in the IT industry. It’s one of the most desirable neighborhoods for young technology professionals.

Mueller

Mueller is popularly considered Austin’s urban village. That is because the area where this neighborhood is located resembles a well-planned college town. Moreover, it’s also one of Austin’s most environmentally friendly neighborhoods. Parks and open spaces accounted for 20% of their total development area. There are plenty of activities to do in the area. For example, there are running pathways, bike trails, fitness studios, and farmer’s markets. You can also take your friends or family out for a wonderful food truck excursion at the Sunday farmer’s market. All of this makes it hands-down one of the best Austin neighborhoods for young professionals.

Marcus Roper

Broker Associate / Compass Real Estate
Principal / The Westhorn Group

Marcus began his career as a real estate analyst at Goldman Sachs in Dallas, Texas. His team was responsible for the investment of Goldman’s capital into real estate portfolios.

Marcus has since then established himself as a Realtor® & Broker in the western areas of Austin, specializing in high-end new construction, boutique listings, staging & design, and a seamless client experience.

Marcus enjoys viewing and playing live music, exercising on Town Lake, and playing golf at Barton Creek & Austin County Clubs.