Allandale Austin — Homes, Schools, and Market Guide

Allandale is primarily in ZIP code 78757. Some southern portions near 45th Street may fall in 78756. The 78757 ZIP also covers parts of Crestview and Brentwood to the east.

Allandale is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Gullett Elementary, Lamar Middle School (known for its fine arts program), and McCallum High School (home to one of Austin's best performing arts academies). Always verify address-level campus assignments before making an offer.

Allandale is predominantly mid-century ranch homes built from the 1940s through the 1970s on lots averaging 7,000-10,000 square feet. You will find original-condition homes, thoughtful renovations, and contemporary new builds on the same block. The neighborhood has an active teardown-to-rebuild cycle alongside preservation of original character.

No. Allandale does not have a formal neighborhood-wide HOA in most sections. That means no mandatory assessments, no architectural review committee for most renovations, and no gated entries. A small number of subdivisions within the broader Allandale area may have voluntary neighborhood associations, but HOA fees are not a standard Allandale cost line. This absence of HOA overhead is one reason the total cost of ownership compares favorably against neighborhoods at higher price points.

The Burnet Road corridor on Allandale's eastern edge is one of Austin's strongest dining streets. Within walking or biking distance from most Allandale homes: Uchiko (Tyson Cole's Japanese), Barley Swine (farm-driven small plates), Little Deli, Tacodeli, P. Terry's Burger Stand, and dozens of independent restaurants, bakeries, and food trucks. The corridor transformed from strip malls and auto shops into a dining destination over the past decade, and it is now a daily convenience that separates Allandale from other sub-$1M neighborhoods.

Allandale has appreciated approximately 6-8% annually over the past decade, which is in line with central Austin averages. The value equation favors long-term holds: original ranch homes purchased for $600K-$700K with a thoughtful $200K-$300K renovation can realize $900K-$1.1M on resale. Proximity to the Domain tech corridor, the Burnet Road dining expansion, and central Austin employment keeps demand steady. The key variable is lot quality — corner lots, creek-adjacent parcels, and lots with mature canopy command premiums and appreciate faster than interior tract lots.

Allandale and Crestview are adjacent neighborhoods in 78757 with similar mid-century character and price points ($750K-$900K medians). Key differences: Crestview is slightly farther north with direct MetroRail access (Crestview Station) and the Violet Crown trail running through it. Allandale has stronger walkability to the Burnet Road dining corridor and the Shoal Creek trail system. School paths differ (Allandale: Gullett Elementary; Crestview: Wooten Elementary). Both feed into Lamar Middle and McCallum High. The Keenan Group has sold 50+ homes across both neighborhoods and helps buyers pick based on daily routine, not just price.