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School district: Austin ISD
| School | Type | Grades | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casis Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | A+ | 0.4 mi |
| Rawson-Saunders-Austin Area School for Dyslexics | Special Education | 2-12 | — | 0.4 mi |
| Good Shepherd Episcopal School | Early Childhood Program/Child Care Center | PK-TKG | — | 0.8 mi |
| Bryker Woods Elementary School | Regular | KG-5 | A- | 1.2 mi |
| Ace Academy | Special Program Emphasis | KG-8 | — | 1.4 mi |
| St Andrew's Episcopal School | Regular | KG-12 | — | 1.4 mi |
| O. Henry Middle School | Regular | 6-8 | B | 1.5 mi |
| Highland Park Elementary School | Regular | KG-5 | A | 1.7 mi |
| Long-View Micro School | Alternative/Other | 2-8 | — | 1.8 mi |
| Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired | Special Education | 3-12 | — | 2.0 mi |
Source: ATTOM Data, U.S. Census. Reported at the neighborhood/community level.
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A walkable 78703 neighborhood with historic homes, Casis Elementary, Lake Austin access, and an 8-12 minute commute to downtown Austin.
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Written by Joe and Cara Keenan - serving the Tarrytown and 78703 corridor for 25+ years.
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Tarrytown homes for sale in 78703. Austin ISD (Casis Elementary), $2.1M median, 8-12 min to downtown, Lake Austin access. Austin's #1 team.
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The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors team (2024), with 25+ years, 1,000+ homes sold, and $1B+ in career volume serving Tarrytown. Joe and Cara Keenan represent buyers and sellers in Tarrytown with data-driven pricing, full-scale marketing, and direct access to qualified luxury buyers.
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Tarrytown is 8-12 minutes from downtown Austin by car via Exposition Boulevard or Lake Austin Boulevard. This is one of the shortest commutes of any luxury neighborhood in Austin. During peak rush hour, add 5-10 minutes. The UT Austin campus is 10-15 minutes away.
Tarrytown is in ZIP code 78703, which also covers nearby neighborhoods including Bryker Woods, Old Enfield, and Pemberton Heights. All four neighborhoods share the Austin ISD school path (Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle, Austin High).
Tarrytown is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle School, and Austin High School. LASA (Liberal Arts and Science Academy) is available as a magnet high school option. Casis Elementary is the primary demand driver for family purchases in Tarrytown.
Tarrytown is a residential neighborhood in Austin's 78703 ZIP code, located between downtown Austin and Lake Austin. It is 8-12 minutes from downtown by car, making it one of the closest luxury neighborhoods to the urban core. The neighborhood is known for mature live oaks, deep lots, walkable streets, and Casis Elementary in Austin ISD. Homes span from 1930s Tudor Revival and Craftsman originals to mid-century ranches and contemporary new builds. Lake Austin is a short drive or bike ride west, and the Hike and Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake is accessible from the neighborhood's eastern edge. Current market context is verified through live MLS market data before property-specific pricing guidance.
Source: Written by Joe and Cara Keenan - serving the Tarrytown and 78703 corridor for 25+ years.
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Tarrytown wins on walkability and proximity. It is one of the only Austin luxury neighborhoods where you can walk to a coffee shop, bike to Lady Bird Lake, and drive downtown in under 10 minutes. That combination does not exist in Westlake Hills, Northwest Hills, or Barton Creek - and it is the reason Tarrytown commands premium pricing despite being in Austin ISD rather than Eanes ISD.
The housing stock is Austin's most architecturally diverse. A single block can include a 1930s Tudor Revival, a 1950s ranch, a thoughtful 2010 renovation, and a contemporary new build. That variety attracts buyers who care about design and character - and it makes the renovate-vs-teardown decision one of the most important financial choices in Tarrytown real estate.
Tarrytown offers walkability, historic charm, and an 8-12 minute downtown commute in Austin ISD (Casis Elementary). Westlake Hills offers Eanes ISD schools and Hill Country character with a 15-18 minute commute. Tarrytown median is approximately $2.1M vs. $1.9M for Westlake Hills. Families who must have Eanes ISD choose Westlake; families who prioritize proximity and walkability choose Tarrytown. Full comparison: /the-source/tarrytown-vs-westlake-hills
Tarrytown and Bryker Woods are both in 78703 with the same Austin ISD school path, but they feel different. Bryker Woods is more compact with tighter lots (0.14-0.22 acres) and stronger daily walkability to cafes and Shoal Creek. Tarrytown has deeper lots (0.2-0.3+ acres), more architectural variety, and higher price ceilings with Lake Austin access. Tarrytown median is approximately $2.1M vs. low seven figures for Bryker Woods. Full comparison: /the-source/tarrytown-or-bryker-woods-choosing-your-78703-address
Land value in Tarrytown often represents 50-70% of total property value, which makes teardown-to-rebuild a real financial option for many lots. A $1.5M home on a strong interior lot may be worth $1M+ as land alone. Before writing an offer, we evaluate both renovation and teardown paths so our clients understand what they are actually buying. Historic Old West Austin overlay rules affect some Tarrytown blocks - verify preservation status for any specific address before planning demolition.
Yes, from many Tarrytown streets. The western edge of the neighborhood is a 5-10 minute walk to Lake Austin shoreline access points, including Red Bud Isle and Walsh Boat Landing. By bike, most Tarrytown homes are 15 minutes or less to lake access. Lady Bird Lake and the Hike and Bike Trail are accessible from the eastern edge of the neighborhood. This water proximity is one reason Tarrytown commands premium pricing despite being in Austin ISD.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) serving the Tarrytown and 78703 corridor for 25+ years. With $1B+ in career sales, we provide block-level pricing knowledge, off-market access through Compass Private Exclusives, and expert guidance on the renovate-vs-teardown decision.
Live MLS market data for Tarrytown is temporarily unavailable. Keenan Group verifies median price, price bands, active inventory, and recent sales-through before giving property-specific guidance.
Tarrytown is 8-12 minutes from downtown Austin by car. That commute is one of the shortest of any luxury neighborhood in the metro, and it shapes daily life more than any other factor. You can leave your driveway at 8:15 AM and be at a downtown office by 8:25.
The neighborhood is bounded roughly by Lake Austin Boulevard to the south, Exposition Boulevard to the east, Windsor Road to the north, and the Lake Austin shoreline to the west. Most daily driving routes use Exposition, Lake Austin Boulevard, Enfield Road, or Windsor Road to connect to MoPac or downtown.
Tarrytown has a rhythm that most Austin neighborhoods lost during the growth boom. The streets are quiet, the trees are old, and people walk. Kids ride bikes to friends' houses. Neighbors recognize each other at Casis Village. That small-town-inside-a-city feel is what long-time Tarrytown residents cite as the reason they never leave.
The combination of walkable retail, neighborhood schools, lake access, and trail connectivity makes Tarrytown one of the few Austin neighborhoods where you can live a daily life without relying on a car for everything. That is rare in a city built around highways.
We approach Tarrytown listings by first evaluating the land-versus-improvement question that defines every 78703 transaction. On strong interior lots, land value can represent 60-70% of total price. The marketing strategy changes significantly depending on whether your buyer pool is families seeking move-in-ready Casis Elementary homes, renovators buying bones and location, or builders evaluating teardown-to-custom value.
Casis Elementary assignment is the strongest demand signal in Tarrytown. We verify the exact attendance zone for every listing and lead with school assignment in marketing. Spring listings (February through May) capture the peak window of families locking in enrollment.
In Tarrytown, 20-30% of luxury transactions happen off-market. For premium lots - particularly those with Lake Austin views, large mature canopy, or creek frontage - we evaluate whether Compass Private Exclusives exposure to our pre-qualified buyer network yields stronger pricing than public competition.
For original 1940s-1970s homes, we recommend targeted updates: kitchen, primary bath, and exterior curb appeal. Full staging matters here because many buyers are relocating and need to visualize the lifestyle, not just the floor plan.
Contact us for a Tarrytown pricing strategy based on your specific lot, condition, and school zone assignment.
Tarrytown buyers almost always compare with Bryker Woods, Old Enfield, Pemberton Heights, and Westlake Hills. The decision usually comes down to three factors: school district, walkability, and lot size.
Tarrytown is 8-12 minutes from downtown Austin by car via Exposition Boulevard or Lake Austin Boulevard. This is one of the shortest commutes of any luxury neighborhood in Austin. During peak rush hour, add 5-10 minutes. The UT Austin campus is 10-15 minutes away.
Tarrytown is in ZIP code 78703, which also covers nearby neighborhoods including Bryker Woods, Old Enfield, and Pemberton Heights. All four neighborhoods share the Austin ISD school path (Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle, Austin High).
Tarrytown is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle School, and Austin High School. LASA (Liberal Arts and Science Academy) is available as a magnet high school option. Casis Elementary is the primary demand driver for family purchases in Tarrytown.
Tarrytown offers walkability, historic charm, and an 8-12 minute downtown commute in Austin ISD (Casis Elementary). Westlake Hills offers Eanes ISD schools and Hill Country character with a 15-18 minute commute. Tarrytown median is approximately $2.1M vs. $1.9M for Westlake Hills. Families who must have Eanes ISD choose Westlake; families who prioritize proximity and walkability choose Tarrytown. Full comparison: /the-source/tarrytown-vs-westlake-hills
Tarrytown and Bryker Woods are both in 78703 with the same Austin ISD school path, but they feel different. Bryker Woods is more compact with tighter lots (0.14-0.22 acres) and stronger daily walkability to cafes and Shoal Creek. Tarrytown has deeper lots (0.2-0.3+ acres), more architectural variety, and higher price ceilings with Lake Austin access. Tarrytown median is approximately $2.1M vs. low seven figures for Bryker Woods. Full comparison: /the-source/tarrytown-or-bryker-woods-choosing-your-78703-address
Land value in Tarrytown often represents 50-70% of total property value, which makes teardown-to-rebuild a real financial option for many lots. A $1.5M home on a strong interior lot may be worth $1M+ as land alone. Before writing an offer, we evaluate both renovation and teardown paths so our clients understand what they are actually buying. Historic Old West Austin overlay rules affect some Tarrytown blocks - verify preservation status for any specific address before planning demolition.
Yes, from many Tarrytown streets. The western edge of the neighborhood is a 5-10 minute walk to Lake Austin shoreline access points, including Red Bud Isle and Walsh Boat Landing. By bike, most Tarrytown homes are 15 minutes or less to lake access. Lady Bird Lake and the Hike and Bike Trail are accessible from the eastern edge of the neighborhood. This water proximity is one reason Tarrytown commands premium pricing despite being in Austin ISD.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) serving the Tarrytown and 78703 corridor for 25+ years. With $1B+ in career sales, we provide block-level pricing knowledge, off-market access through Compass Private Exclusives, and expert guidance on the renovate-vs-teardown decision.
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