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Bouldin Creek homes for sale in 78704. Craftsman bungalows, South First corridor, walkable to SoCo and Lady Bird Lake. $1M-$1.5M. Austin's #1 team.
Bouldin Creek in 78704 has a median home price around $1.24M. Zoned to Austin ISD. 30 listings currently available. Keenan Group - #1 Austin team, 25+ years, 1,000+ transactions.
Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin TX
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Cara Keenan and Joe Keenan are ridiculously good at what they do. They helped us sell our house, and we are so happy that we had them on our side throughout. A couple of things, in particular, stand out. Cara Keenan did a fabulous job of assessing exactly where we needed to put work into our house before selling it to really convince potential buyers of its value and where we didn't need to put in work, and things would be fine. After that, Cara Keenan and her team went way above and beyond what I ever expected from a real estate agent. They found good contractors, oversaw every aspect of the work, from painting to electrical to various repairs, and stepped in every time anything went wrong to get it fixed before we even started worrying. When we finally put our house on the market, Cara Keenan and Joe Keenan expertly navigated a complicated multiple-offer situation in a way that resulted in a much better outcome for us than we expected. An agent less expert could easily have fumbled that one. We are so happy that we were working with Cara Keenan and Joe Keenan. You cannot go wrong with this team.
Joey Fishkin
Home Seller in Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX, 78704
Austin ISD (78704) helps anchor school-driven search and day-to-day livability.
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Bouldin Creek is 5-10 minutes from downtown Austin by car and walkable via the Congress Avenue bridge (15-20 minutes on foot). Lady Bird Lake trail is 5-10 minutes' walk from most homes. The UT campus is 10-15 minutes north. This is one of the closest residential neighborhoods to downtown Austin.
Bouldin Creek is in ZIP code 78704. This ZIP also covers Travis Heights, portions of South Congress, and areas south toward Oltorf. 78704 is one of Austin's most in-demand ZIP codes for walkability and central location.
Bouldin Creek is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Becker Elementary, Fulmore Middle School, and Travis High School. Becker Elementary is a neighborhood anchor that drives family demand. Always verify address-level campus assignments before making an offer.
Both are in 78704 and walkable to Lady Bird Lake. Travis Heights has larger lots, more elevation, and slightly higher prices. Bouldin Creek has better walkability to South First Street dining and a more compact, urban feel. Travis Heights has more Craftsman-era architectural character. Both are excellent central Austin neighborhoods.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with deep experience in the competitive 78704 market. With $1B+ in career sales, we help buyers navigate multiple-offer situations, evaluate renovation potential on small lots, and make fast, informed decisions in Bouldin Creek's fast-moving market. Contact us at (512) 415-7653.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Bouldin Creek. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Bouldin Creek pricing, schools, and market dynamics. Their 8-person team includes specialists in residential sales, relocation, and new construction. Contact Keenan Group for a confidential consultation: (512) 415-7653.
Current live MLS market data for Bouldin Creek shows median pricing around $1,236,000. Prices range significantly by product type, size, condition, floor plan, and proximity to amenities. For exact median price, price bands, sales-through, and a property-specific valuation, contact the Keenan Group for a market brief.
Bouldin Creek is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78704) known for Austin ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $1,236,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Bouldin Creek attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Bouldin Creek buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
| Metric | Bouldin Creek | Austin Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sold Price (12M) | $1.24M | $610K |
| Avg Days on Market | 75 days | 62 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.2% | 96.7% |
| Price per Sq Ft | $738 | $351 |
| Active Listings | 30 | 2,747 |
| Homes Sold (12M) | 47 | 6,595 |
| Months of Supply | 7.7 | 5.0 |
Data as of . Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin MLS (ACTRIS). Benchmark reflects the citywide market cohort labeled above.
School district: Austin ISD
| School | Type | Grades | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy | Alternative/Other | 8-12 | — | 0.1 mi |
| St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School | Regular | KG-8 | — | 0.4 mi |
| Lively Middle School | Regular | 6-8 | C- | 0.4 mi |
| San Juan Diego Catholic High School | Special Program Emphasis | 9-12 | — | 0.4 mi |
| Becker Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | B | 0.4 mi |
| Disciplinary Alternative Education Program- Elementary School | Alternative/Other | KG-6 | — | 0.4 mi |
| St Austin Catholic School | Regular | PK-8 | — | 0.5 mi |
| Mainspring Schools | Regular | PK-PK | — | 0.5 mi |
| Waterloo School | Regular | 9-12 | — | 0.5 mi |
Source: ATTOM Data, U.S. Census. Reported at the neighborhood/community level.
| Neighborhood | Median Price | School District | ZIP | Active Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bouldin Creek (you are here) | $1.24M | Austin ISD | 78704 | 30 |
| Travis Heights | $1.01M | Austin ISD | 78704 | 22 |
| South Congress | $425K | Austin ISD | 78704 | 22 |
| Barton Hills | $1.49M | Austin ISD | 78704 | 16 |
| Zilker | — | Austin ISD | 78704 | — |
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Joe sold our Bouldin Creek house when we moved to Portland. The neighborhood has changed a lot since we bought in 2012 and Joe helped us understand what our house was actually worth in today's market. He pulled every comparable sale on our street and two blocks out, then showed us how the teardown lot values were driving prices. We sold for almost double what we paid. Joe was methodical and transparent with the data, which made us confident in the final number.
G. Sloan
Cara Keenan and Joe Keenan are tremendous agents. As an out of town buyer, they could not have been more helpful in dealing with all the little things I was unable to do. I am so lucky to have them working on my behalf.
Alan Miller
Out-of-Town Buyer in Austin, TX
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A walkable 78704 neighborhood of craftsman bungalows and contemporary infill between South First Street and South Congress — minutes from Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin.
#1 ABoR Team 2024$1B+ Career Sales1,000+ Homes Sold
Written by Joe and Cara Keenan — 25+ years selling in south-central Austin's most walkable neighborhoods.
Bouldin Creek is a residential neighborhood in Austin's 78704 ZIP code, located south of Lady Bird Lake between South First Street and South Congress Avenue. It is one of Austin's most walkable neighborhoods, with direct access to the South First dining and retail corridor, the hike-and-bike trail, and the SoCo entertainment district. The neighborhood is served by Austin ISD, with Becker Elementary, Fulmore Middle School, and Travis High School forming the school path. Bouldin Creek draws a mix of creative professionals, tech workers, and long-time Austin residents who value walkability and central location. Current market context: median sold price $1.2M, 30 active listings, and 47 trailing-12-month closed sales.
Source: Written by Joe and Cara Keenan — 25+ years selling in south-central Austin's most walkable neighborhoods.
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Bouldin Creek is where walkability meets character in south Austin. It is one of the few neighborhoods where you can walk to dinner on South First, bike to Lady Bird Lake in 5 minutes, and be downtown in 10 — all while living on a tree-lined street with 1940s craftsman bungalows and well-designed contemporary infill on the same block. That combination of location, walkability, and architectural variety is what drives demand.
The housing stock is a mix of original craftsman and ranch-style bungalows from the 1930s-1960s alongside modern new builds and extensive renovations. Lot sizes typically run 5,000-7,000 square feet — smaller than suburban neighborhoods but large enough for a yard. The teardown-to-rebuild cycle is active here, with contemporary 3-4 bed homes replacing smaller originals on desirable lots.
Where Bouldin Creek buyers and residents actually eat — from date night to weeknight favorites.
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Trails and outdoor activities that buyers and locals ask about most.
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Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail (Lady Bird Lake) |
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Barton Springs Pool |
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Family favorites, date night ideas, and local experiences close to the neighborhood.
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South Congress Avenue Shopping |
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Side-by-side comparison with similar Austin neighborhoods based on price range, school district, and location.
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Active Listings | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
Bouldin CreekCurrent | $1.2M | 30 | You're here |
| $1.0M | 22 | View Guide | |
| $425K | 22 | View Guide | |
| $1.5M | 16 | View Guide | |
| N/A | N/A | View Guide |
Prices based on trailing 12-month polygon-based market data. Contact Keenan Group for a personalized comparison.
20 transactions totaling $22.20M | Avg list price $1.11M
| Address | List Price |
|---|---|
| 2505 Bluebonnet Ln Unit #15 | $799K |
| 1508 Hether St | $2.60M |
| 706 E Monroe St | $975K |
| 2601 Del Curto Rd Unit #106 | $475K |
The live Bouldin Creek MLS market snapshot shows a median sold price of $1.2M, 30 active listings, 75 days average days on market, and $738 average sold price per square foot, based on 47 closed sales in the trailing 12-month market dataset.
Sales-through should be read with inventory and pricing together: 47 trailing-12-month closed sales, 9 pending listings, 7.7 months of supply, and a 95% sale-to-list ratio.
Bouldin Creek sits immediately south of Lady Bird Lake between South First Street (west) and South Congress Avenue (east). The neighborhood is roughly bounded by Oltorf Street to the south and the lake to the north. It is one of the most centrally located residential neighborhoods in Austin — closer to downtown than most neighborhoods north of the river.
The walkability is real, not theoretical. Most Bouldin Creek residents walk to South First restaurants multiple times per week, bike to Lady Bird Lake for morning exercise, and drive downtown only when they need to. The Congress Avenue bridge is a 10-15 minute walk from the neighborhood's northern edge.
Bouldin Creek has the feel of a small town within a city. The streets are quiet, people walk their dogs, and neighbors know each other — but world-class dining and entertainment are a 5-minute walk away. That tension between residential calm and urban access is what makes it work.
The challenge in Bouldin Creek is change. The neighborhood's character was built by modest bungalows on small lots, and the teardown cycle is replacing some of that with larger, more expensive homes. Long-time residents worry about losing the neighborhood's personality. New buyers are drawn by the same character that redevelopment threatens. That tension is real and ongoing.
Bouldin Creek buyers typically compare with Travis Heights, Zilker, South Congress, and Barton Hills. All are in the 78704 orbit, and the decision usually comes down to walkability preferences, lot size, and price tolerance.
Bouldin Creek is 5-10 minutes from downtown Austin by car and walkable via the Congress Avenue bridge (15-20 minutes on foot). Lady Bird Lake trail is 5-10 minutes' walk from most homes. The UT campus is 10-15 minutes north. This is one of the closest residential neighborhoods to downtown Austin.
Bouldin Creek is in ZIP code 78704. This ZIP also covers Travis Heights, portions of South Congress, and areas south toward Oltorf. 78704 is one of Austin's most in-demand ZIP codes for walkability and central location.
Bouldin Creek is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Becker Elementary, Fulmore Middle School, and Travis High School. Becker Elementary is a neighborhood anchor that drives family demand. Always verify address-level campus assignments before making an offer.
Both are in 78704 and walkable to Lady Bird Lake. Travis Heights has larger lots, more elevation, and slightly higher prices. Bouldin Creek has better walkability to South First Street dining and a more compact, urban feel. Travis Heights has more Craftsman-era architectural character. Both are excellent central Austin neighborhoods.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with deep experience in the competitive 78704 market. With $1B+ in career sales, we help buyers navigate multiple-offer situations, evaluate renovation potential on small lots, and make fast, informed decisions in Bouldin Creek's fast-moving market. Contact us at (512) 415-7653.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Bouldin Creek. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Bouldin Creek pricing, schools, and market dynamics. Their 8-person team includes specialists in residential sales, relocation, and new construction. Contact Keenan Group for a confidential consultation: (512) 415-7653.
Current live MLS market data for Bouldin Creek shows median pricing around $1,236,000. Prices range significantly by product type, size, condition, floor plan, and proximity to amenities. For exact median price, price bands, sales-through, and a property-specific valuation, contact the Keenan Group for a market brief.
Bouldin Creek is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78704) known for Austin ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $1,236,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Bouldin Creek attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Bouldin Creek buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
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West Bouldin Creek Greenbelt |
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Zilker Metropolitan Park |
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Blunn Creek Greenbelt |
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Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum |
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Hotel San Jose |
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South Congress Hotel |
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Austin Museum of Popular Culture (SouthPop) |
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"I Love You So Much" Mural at Jo's Coffee |
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Zilker Botanical Garden |
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SUP / Kayak on Lady Bird Lake |
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Texas School for the Deaf Campus |
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| Leadership Academy |
| Alternative/Other |
| 8-12 |
| F |
| 0.6 mi |
| 3102 Brinwood Ave | $2.15M |
| 1201 S 6th St | $790K |
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Browse current listings in Bouldin Creek. Updated daily from Austin MLS.

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin Creek
MLS# 6669519 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$3,490,000
$715/sqft

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin Add North Ext
MLS# 4100050 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$2,995,000
$746/sqft

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin Creek
MLS# 9508796 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$2,599,000
$779/sqft

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin James E Add
MLS# 7574022 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$2,550,000
$996/sqft

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin
MLS# 2000699 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,699,000
$804/sqft

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin Court Condos
MLS# 7003242 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,690,000
$675/sqft

Austin, TX 78745
Bouldin J E Estate
MLS# 2189052 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,500,000

Austin, TX 78704
Bouldin South Ext
MLS# 4340773 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,349,000
$601/sqft