2404 Hancock Dr, Austin, TX 78756

If you know, you know—homes like this don’t hit the market often. Sitting right along Shoal Creek Blvd, this 3,400 sq ft showstopper by Pura Vida Homes is more than just a house—it’s a lifestyle upgrade. Designed by the one and only Sharon George, this five-bedroom, five-bath beauty is packed with custom details, soaring ceilings, and sun-drenched spaces that make every corner feel open and inviting. Whether you're looking for multiple work-from-home setups, a main-level in-law suite, or an entertainer’s dream layout, this one delivers. The heart of the home? A massive open-concept living space that seamlessly connects to a chef’s kitchen, all overlooking a backyard built for Texas summers. Fire up the grill in the outdoor living area while friends gather by the pool, with greenspace all around to keep things feeling private and peaceful. And then there’s the location—arguably one of the best in the city. Step outside, and you’re practically across the street from Austin icons like Fonda San Miguel and Epicerie, where you can grab a top-tier brunch or a perfectly crafted latte. Just a few blocks away, you’ve got La Mancha, Billy’s on Burnet, The Longhorn Saloon, and The Peached Tortilla—each bringing its own flavor to this ridiculously walkable, food-lover’s paradise. Need to get downtown? You’re just minutes away. Prefer to stay local? The neighborhood’s tree-lined streets, parks, and creekside trails make it easy to enjoy the outdoors. This isn’t just a home—it’s a front-row seat to one of Austin’s most beloved pockets, where every day feels like a perfect blend of urban convenience and laid-back charm.

Allandale is a mid-century neighborhood in North-Central Austin's 78757, built around the Burnet Road dining corridor and the Shoal Creek trail. Median home price $950K. Austin ISD schools (Gullett Elementary), 12 minutes to downtown, 8 minutes to UT campus.

The housing stock is predominantly 1950s-60s ranch homes on generous lots (8,000-12,000+ sq ft) — big enough for serious yard space, a pool, or a future addition. Some owners have updated; others love the original floor plans. A teardown-and-rebuild wave is underway but slower than in Westlake or Tarrytown. Active listings typically number 10-15 at any given time.

Burnet Road changed everything. Barley Swine, Bufalina Due, Pinthouse Pizza, Yard Bar, and Phil's Icehouse turned this stretch into one of Austin's best dining corridors. Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Pool (Austin's first Olympic-sized public pool, opened 1956) anchors summer life. Shoal Creek bisects the neighborhood with a trail connecting south to downtown and north to Anderson Lane.

What makes Allandale the value play in Central Austin: lot sizes that rival Tarrytown at half the price, a dining corridor that rivals South Congress, and a commute that's shorter than most suburbs. The tradeoff is Austin ISD (good but not Eanes) and mid-century homes that may need updating.