“Before moving to Austin, Fridays were just Fridays. Now, I come home from work, run to Barton Springs, jump in, then meet my family for dinner at P Terry’s and then Sno Cones afterwards for the kids. During ACL, we have friends over for bar bq’s and beer. I almost forget that I am not on vacation.”
Like many other South Austin neighborhoods, Barton Hills looks a lot different than it did only a few years ago. The neighborhood is the gateway into the hillier areas of southwest Austin and attracts families, students, and downtown workers because of its proximity to Austin’s largest park and natural springs of Barton Springs Pool. It offers original, small homes that date back to the 1940’s and new million dollar homes that afford city views. No need to buy tickets to ACL! Just sit in your backyard to enjoy all the live music that echoes through the neighborhood during ACL’s September bash.
Barton Hills Neighborhood Association Website and hard-copy newsletter available
Hot Spots
Zilker Park, Barton Springs, Zilker Botanical Gardens, P Terry’s, Austin Java, Uncle Billy’s Brew and Que, Shady Grove, Paggi House, Umlaf Sculpture Gardens, Dougherty Arts Center
Parks
Zilker Park
Nicholas Dawson Park
Library
Twin Oaks Branch
Elementary School
Barton Hills Elementary
Jr. High
Kealing Middle School
O. Henry Middle School
Sr. High
Stephen F Austin High School
Check with AISD to confirm the school your child would attend.