Directly across the highway from the University of Texas, French Place reigns as East Austin’s most upscale neighborhood, filled with eclectic bungalow style homes from the 1940′s.  No cookie cutter homes here, you’ll notice some creative color schemes and beautiful gardens up and down the tree lined streets. Home prices range from the mid $200,000′s to over $400,000.  Many are updated and additions are very common as homes are bought and renovated, often adding a master bedroom and bath to the original two or three bedroom, one bath home.

It is an easy bike ride, bus hop, or short walk to the UT campus, but the homes are predominantly owner occupied. Walk to the grocery store on 38^th 1/2, access just about everywhere from I-35 and enjoy some of Austin’s hottest restaurants along East Austin’s version of Restaurant Row on Manor Road.  El Chile Cafe and Cantina, Vivo, and Mi Madres for Mexican food, Hoover’s Home Cooking, and even fine dining, Austin style, at the vaunted and venerable East Side Café, pioneering locavores who’ve been growing their own for over 20 years. This vibrant community is located east of I-35, north of Manor Road up to 38 ½ Street and to the east by Airport Boulevard.

Schools are Maplewood Elementary, Bedichek Middle and McCallum High School.

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French Place East Austin MLS Listings

Showing properties 1 - 5 of 7. See more French Place Austin MLS Listings.
(all data current as of 5/18/2012)

1. $459,000 : 3106 LAFAYETTE AVE, Austin
   
   3 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 2,219 sq ft

   Lot size: 6,795 sqft
2. $289,500 : 3202 Hollywood AVE, Austin
   
   2 beds, 1 full bath

   Home size: 1,174 sq ft

   Lot size: 8,668 sqft
3. $335,000 : 12 Kern Ramble ST, Austin
   
   2 beds, 1 full bath

   Home size: 1,366 sq ft

   Lot size: 6,664 sqft
4. $375,000 : 3002 Cherrywood RD, Austin
   
   3 beds, 1 full bath

   Home size: 1,152 sq ft

   Lot size: 9,016 sqft
5. $260,000 : 3319 Hemlock AVE, Austin
   
   3 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,668 sq ft

   Lot size: 7,230 sqft

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Located just three miles from downtown Austin and the Texas State Capitol and two miles from The University of Texas at Austin, Mueller is perfectly positioned to become an energetic new hub for central Austin.  The ambitious effort to redevelop Robert Mueller Municipal Airport into a mixed-use urban village in the heart of the city has helped Austin chart new directions. Mueller is envisioned as a sustainable community that is meeting extensive goals in housing and economic development.

The 711-acre Mueller site includes nearly 4,600 green built single-family, condo or apartment homes (at least 25 percent reserved for families who qualify for affordable housing). The community consists of different style homes including urban row style, single family homes with welcoming front porches, cottages that circle common gardens and mixed use living/working environments.   While there is still a lot of new construction going on, there is also a small resale segment in Mueller with homes ranging from the $300,000 to nearly $1,000,000.  Builder’s that are currently building are David Weekley Homes and  Standard Pacific Homes.

There are more than 140 acres of parks and perimeter greenways, a town center with cafes, shops, plazas and live/work spaces planned to include at least 30 percent locally-owned businesses, 5 miles of  hike and bike paths, the Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas, The University of Texas Medical Research Campus, and Austin Film Studios.

Mueller neighborhood students attend Maplewood Elementary, Kealing Middle and McCallum High School.

University Hills is located between Highway 290 (North), Manor Road (South), Highway 183 (East), and Northeast Dr (West), making it convenient to get to downtown regions and the university district with ease.

The one- and two-story predominantly ranch-style houses are situated on quiet streets, ideal for biking or walking. With multiple bedrooms and good-sized lots, these homes are attractive to families looking for larger homes close to downtown.

Properties in University Hills sell for between $100,000 and $300,000, and many of the homes have been updated.

University Hills is also located near the new Mueller redevelopment which has revitalized the area.  Nearby Dottie Jordan Park provides residents with tennis courts, jogging paths, and a community pool.

Austin ISD Schools include: Winn and Andrews Elementary, Pearce Middle School and LBJ High School.

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North of French Place is one of the earliest examples of what has become the definition of modern subdivision developments.  Remarkably, Wilshire Wood, developed in the late 40’s, has all of the features you would find in an upscale subdivision today:  Wide, curving streets, lots of cul-de-sacs, tall trees and large lots.  Most homes are single story, feature cut limestone exteriors and, with over 2000 square feet on average, are more than big enough to meet the needs of modern homeowners.

Bounded by Airport Blvd to the north, 38^th ½ to the south and I-35 to the west, Wilshire Wood is directly across from one of the best urban infill projects in the country, Mueller

Austin ISD Schools that serve Wilshire Woods are Maplewood Elementary, Keeling Middle School , and McCallum High.

Wilshire Woods is bounded by Airport Blvd to the north, 38^th ½ to the south and I-35 to the west, Wilshire Woods is directly across from one of the best urban infill projects in the country, Mueller.

Here you will also find an abundance of shopping and dining options, as well as the new Dell Children’s Hospital.

The homes in Wilshire Wood tend to sell quickly.  Many have been well maintained and updated, but foundation movement, due to Austin’s clay soils, is particularly common with these homes.

The Holly neighborhood, located just east of Downtown Austin along the shore of Lady Bird Lake, is in a prime location at the heart of the city. Borders are Chicon to the west, East 7^th to the north, Lady Bird Lake to the south and Springdale to the east.  It’s less than one square mile of space that’s jammed packed with a lot of what makes Austin a great place to live.  During festivals like SXSW, the streets and local clubs come alive with bands and people from around the world.  As a result, it’s become one of East Austin’s hottest places to live.

Homes  in the area are predominantly smaller single family, built from the 20′s to the 40′s.  There’s still a good amount of original little 1000 ft or less houses with a mix of gut remodel/additions and new construction mixed in.  The average home in this area is typically a “fixer upper” at $150-$200 per sq ft, but some are going for as high as $300 per sq ft. Luckily the homes aren’t so big, so prices tend to cap around $350,000-$400,000.

Austin ISD schools are Metz elementary, Martin Middle and Eastside Memorial High.

Lady Bird Lake neighbors the community with miles of trails for hiking and biking, canoe and kayaking and the all new SUP (stand up paddle) boarding. The shut down Holly Power Plant that ran for over 4 decades in the neighborhood will now be turned into 22 acres of parkland for more green space and outdoor enjoyment. Neighbors are psyched to see it go.

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Holly Neighborhood MLS Listings

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(all data current as of 5/18/2012)

1. $330,000 : 2612 Hidalgo ST, Austin
   
   2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 1,672 sq ft

   Lot size: 4,922 sqft

   Year built: 2012

   Parking spots: 1
2. $305,000 : 2327 Santa Rosa ST, Austin
   
   3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 1,556 sq ft

   Lot size: 3,397 sqft

   Year built: 2011
3. $219,900 : 2124 6th ST, Unit 220, Austin
   
   1 bed, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,018 sq ft

   Lot size: 653 sqft

   Year built: 2006

   Parking spots: 1
4. $219,100 : 2235 6th ST, Unit 219, Austin
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,003 sq ft

   Lot size: 871 sqft

   Year built: 2008
5. $210,000 : 2212 Santa Maria ST, Austin
   
   1 bed, 1 full bath

   Home size: 768 sq ft

   Lot size: 3,005 sqft

   Year built: 1945
6. $199,900 : 2401 6th ST, Unit 6094, Austin
   
   1 bed, 1 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 1,190 sq ft

   Lot size: 1,873 sqft

   Year built: 2005

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Sandwiched between Wilshire Woods and French Place, Cherrywood is often included in one of them conversationally, but French Place is actually a part of the Cherrywood neighborhood.  There is a very active neighborhood association that prides itself in preserving the friendliness and charm of the area.  The neighborhood is known for its annual Art Festival and close proximity to the UT campus.  There is also an interesting group of cinder block duplexes, locally dubbed Duplex Nation, built for military officers in the 1940’s.  Maplewood Elementary is highly regarded, as is the Open Door Preschool next door.

The Cherrywood neighborhood is located between Wilshire Boulevard (North), Manor Road (South), Airport Boulevard (East), and Interstate 35 (West).

The children attend AISD schools with Maplewood Elementary, Kealing Middle School and McCallum High.

Delwood, surrounding the new Mueller development, is undergoing a renaissance at the moment.  This northernmost “Central East Austin” neighborhood’s boundaries are Cameron Road to the West, Highway 290 to the North, Berkman Road to the east, and Airport Blvd. to the South.   Predominantly built in the 50’s and 60’s, some homes feature hardwoods, some are on slab and some on pier and beam, but they are being bought and renovated by homeowners at a fast pace.  There is a small pocket of Delwood to the SOUTH of Mueller but north of Airport Blvd. that often gets overlooked, but the large lots make them worth checking out.  Homes are priced from the $180’s to just about $300,000.

Schools are Maplewood & Blanton Elementary, Kealing & Pearce Middle School, and McCallum & Reagan High School. There are also many preschools in the area including Open Door Preschool East, Stepping Stone and The Montessori Center.

There are lots of parks for outdoor entertainment including Bartholomew District Park, which features a city pool and a popular disc golf course. With the Mueller Airport Development right in the middle of it, major shopping and dining are at your finger tips.  The proximity to I-35 and Hwy 290 facilitates a commute to almost anywhere.

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Debby Reynold’s cool digs in Delwood can be yours for $219,900. 1302 Cloverleaf  Austin, Texas 78723 MLS #9332249 is a sparkling mid-century remodel that’s also where she calls home.  More >>

Brandi was right – this kick ass remodel in the heart of East Austin’s Holly neighborhood WAS very desirable, because she had it under contract in 4 days. More >>

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New listing by Debby Reynolds! Warm Delwood Bungalow on a monster lot! Excellent opportunity to live on one of the best streets in Windsor Park! More >>

You may have seen Brandi Weber’s pre-MLS listing at 4002 Lullwood Road in Wilshire Wood here — well, guess what? She got it under contract BEFORE IT EVEN HIT THE MARKET!  How did she do it? Well, we can’t give away all of her secrets, but relentless real estate marketing is what we do best around here.  Contact Brandi about successful strategies for marketing and selling your home like lightning.  Or if you’d like to get a look at the next one before it hits the MLS! More >>

Read the list of improvements for 5712 Wellington Dr. Austin, Texas 78723 MLS# 7866592 and get ready to be happy in this kick ass University Hills remodel. More >>

This sweet University Hills remodel didn’t last long – 13 days on market.  Read the list of improvements for 5712 Wellington Dr. Austin, Texas 78723 MLS# 7866592 and you’ll understand why. More >>

New listing by Brandi Weber. Stylish remodel done with quality in mind. Updates include:new roof,HVAC furnace,hardwood & slate floors,WINDOWS,cabinets in kitchen and baths,H2O heater,garage door/opener,appliances,paint in and out. More >>

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The dust has settled on Hilary Herrin’s new listing at 1925 Mccloskey, Austin, TX 78723 MLS # 7548925, and the only home under $700,000 listed in Mueller is under contract already.  More >>

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Sporting one of the best locations in the coveted Wilshire Wood neighborhood, 4002 Lullwood Drive is located in a cul de sac on a HUGE lot. This is original mid century at it’s best!

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Very rare duplex hits market in Cherrywood’s hip Duplex Nation! 1404 Ashwood, Austin, TX 78722 (MLS # 4546642)  More >>

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Where can a food trailer selling BBQ and a 1900′s Victorian coexist? French Place in Austin TX, that’s where! More >>

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Your agent better get their running shoes on, because it’s going to be a race to this beautiful new listing by Hilary Herrin, top Mueller Realtor and Mueller resident.  1925 Mccloskey, Austin, TX 78723 MLS # 7548925 is the only home under $700,000 listed in Mueller right now.  Be a part of Mueller life in one of the nation’s most renowned urban developments. More >>

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Govalle is a quiet, tree-shaded neighborhood located east of downtown Austin. In some areas, you wouldn’t realize you’re in the city with sites of single family homes nestled on green lawns. Residents also enjoy access to 183, I-35 and the Austin Bergstrom Airport. The boundaries are Oak Springs on the north, Airport Boulevard on the east, Town Lake on the south, Pleasant Valley to 7th Street to the Northwestern, and Webberville on the west.

Homes in this area are relatively affordable and can vary widely in age and condition.  The average home is in the $150,000’s, less than the median home price in Austin. Govalle Elementary is the main elementary school, Kealing Middle School and Johnston High.

The 26 acre Govalle Park is a great place for recreation or a weekend BBQ.  It has a baseball field, basketball and volleyball courts, a playground and a pool.

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Kick ass remodel in the heart of the Holly Street neighborhood.  All the work has been done for you at 52 Chalmers, Brandi Weber’s new listing in East Austin. More >>

A quick contract on Debby Reynold’s new listing at 1403 Corona Austin, Texas 78723 MLS # 5499400 shows how hot Delwood is right now. More >>

Search for all available land for sale and lots for sale in the 78702 zip code. This search includes land for sale and lots for sale in Holly and Riverview neighborhoods, East Austin’s hottest places to build right now. More >>

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Everyone east of I-35 who lives anywhere near Mueller will now get a taste of one of Austin’s best food trends – trailer food.  Great food at a great price is what Austin foodies are all about, and nothing exemplifies that more than trailer food.  Find out what’s for dinner at the Mueller Eateries or check them out on Yelp. More >>

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Beautiful new Mueller listing by Hilary Herrin, top Mueller Realtor and Mueller resident.  Be a part of Mueller life in this 1900sf, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath stone row home.  Highly sought after location in Mueller, one of the nation’s most renowned urban developments. More >>

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Blanton Design did a number on this one! Swanky mid-century modern listing by Debby Reynolds in University Hills now totally looks the part inside and out.

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From the Austin Business Journal:

Austin Playhouse is in discussions to build a multi-million dollar theater project at The Mueller redevelopment in East Austin.

Currently housed in South Austin’s Penn Field development, Austin Playhouse wants to build a permanent home that includes two theaters, classrooms, public spaces, restaurant/retail space and low-cost artist residences. The theater company estimates that the project would cost $3 million to $5 million, not including the artists’ residences. Plans call for a 200-seat main theater and a 99-seat theater with flexible space.

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The only home for sale under $700,000 in Mueller, 2109 Zach Scott Austin TX 78723 MLS#5643232, is now under contract.  Find out how Hilary Herrin, top Mueller listing agent and Mueller resident, can help you buy or sell in one of Austin’s tightest real estate markets.  More >>

Mueller Austin is one of the most innovative places to live in the country.  In addition to a host of green features, it is the pilot for smart grid technology in the home.  Find out more about the Pecan Street Project’s smart grid implementation at Mueller. More >>

Now priced at $169,000 and with the beautiful hardwoods in full view, 1204 Cloverleaf is priced to sell.  Meticulously cared for Delwood Bungalow on spacious lot! More >>

Cheap AND nice—how often can you say that? Located less than 5 miles from UT and less than 3 miles from the Mueller Redevelopment, this professionally updated home is a great option for students, first time homebuyers or investors, making this deal a  TRIPLE THREAT when combined with the lowest interest rates in a century! More >>

Delwood dynamo Debby Reynolds’ new listing at 1209 Ridgemont Dr.  Austin, TX 78723 MLS#4992060 went under contract over list price faster than you can say “Show me the money!” 

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The Pecan Springs-Springdale Neighborhood in north east Austin is home to the beautiful Bartholomew District Park. Here residents enjoy a wealth of outdoor recreation options including baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, a swimming pool, picnic areas, and playground equipment. In addition to these great outdoor amenities, check out the nearby Morris Williams and Bluebonnet Hill Golf Courses.

But, if enjoying the out of doors isn’t your thing, Highland Mall, museums, and theaters are all within a few miles of the neighborhood.

Springdale is in East Austin, placing it about four miles east of Interstate 35,

The boundaries are Bundyhill Drive to the west, Northdale Drive to the North, Tannehill Lane to the East, and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to the South.

Pecan Springs is the elementary school Pearce Middle and Reagan High School are the Austin ISD schools for Springdale

Most homes were built in the 50’s and 60’s, are single story and are reselling from $100-$120 a sq ft.

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Debby Reynold’s new listing at 1403 Corona Austin, Texas 78723 MLS # 5499400 shows how Delwood keeps it’s cool.  More >>

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Debby Reynold’s just listed 1002 Juniper, Austin, TX 78702 MLS # 5499400.  Vintage 20′s charm with modern updates for $259,900 with a killer East side location.

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