Austin Neighborhood Profiles : Allandale

Author: Ki Gray

| Posted: 18-07-2008 | Comments: 0 | Views: 10 | Rating: (92)

(?)

Allandale is the name of a lovely neighborhood in central Austin, although the area was originally considered to be northwest Austin, before Austin's expansion into a large metropolitan area. Allandale recently celebrated its 35th anniversary as an active central Austin community, and the Allandale Neighborhood Association has been a presence in the neighborhood since 1973. Currently, Allandale is home to over 21,000 residents, and two of the boundaries of the neighborhood are the MoPac Expressway and Burnet Road, which form the western and eastern perimeters, respectively.

Typical residences in Allandale are three to four bedroom single family homes, most within the $250,000 to $300,000 price range, although more and less expensive housing can be found too. The students in Allendale attend Austin Independent School District schools, and there is an elementary school named Gullet Elementary, as well as a middle school named Lamar and a high school named McAllen High School. Allandale has the 28th largest neighborhood association in Austin, and there is an activity center named the Northwest Recreation Center which is ideal for indoor as well as outdoor sporting activities. The Allandale Neighborhood's other borders are generally considered to be Anderson Lane and Hancock Drive, as well as Shoal Creek, and the neighborhood is chock full of restaurants, shopping, and various types of dwellings.

The roots of the Allandale neighborhood go back to the 1930s, and at that time, it was considered to be a suburb outside of Austin proper. George Davis was the original owner of most of the land in the neighborhood, and he obtained the land from the President of the Republic of Texas in 1841. A grant of over 3,100 acres was given to him in exchange for his service in the battle of San Jacinto, and some of his descendants still live in the neighborhood today. The Davis family also has a family cemetery on Vine Street to this day.

Housing is slightly more expensive in the neighborhood than in some areas of Austin, and the vintage homes from the 1940s and 1950s frequently boast mature landscaping with large yards, a perfect setting for families with children. There are fixer-uppers to be found in the neighborhood too, along with apartments and duplexes, among other choices. Since Shoal Creek, with its numerous parks and hike and bike trails, runs along the Allandale neighborhood, there is plenty to do from a standpoint of recreation as well.

Some of the eateries in the Allandale area include Phil's Icehouse, Ginny's Little Longhorn Saloon, and Amy's Ice Cream, all local hotspots, as well as many popular family restaurants, including the Hang Town Grill, and the Frisco, which occupied the same location on Burnet for years until it recently closed. A popular park in the neighborhood is named Beverly Sheffield Park, and the park is adjacent to Shoal Creek, and has a beautiful duck pond as well as an Olympic sized swimming pool. The park also includes picnic sites, barbecue pits, ball fields, tennis courts, and a fishing pier, and is a home away from home for the children of the area.

Rate this Article:

Current: 0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s).

Article Tags: Austin, Austin Real Estate, Austin Mls, Central Texas, Shoal Creek, Allandale, Austin Neighborhods

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/real-estate-articles/austin-neighborhood-profiles-allandale-489684.html

Print article

Send to friend

Publish this Article

Author feedback

About the Author:

Escapeso helps buyers and investors looking for Austin real estate. Their website provides a map based search of the Austin MLS and updated market statistics on their Austin real estate blog.

Submitting articles has become one of the most popular means of generating quality backlinks and targeted traffic to your website. Join us today - It's Free!

Article Comments

Add new Comment

Austin Neighborhood Profile: Hyde Park
By: Ki Gray | 28/03/2008 | Real Estate

Austin Neighborhood Profiles: North Loop
By: Ki Gray | 03/06/2008 | Real Estate

Crestview
By: Dane | 23/04/2008 | Real Estate

Real Estate: Where's the Bottom?
By: Dane | 05/06/2008 | Real Estate

Profiles in Green City Programs: Austin Texas
By: Dane | 05/06/2008 | Environment

Neighborhood Profiles: Southwest Austin
By: Ki Gray | 16/06/2008 | Real Estate

The Small City of Lockhart, Texas
By: Ki Gray | 24/09/2008 | Real Estate

Austin’s City in a Park
By: Joe Cline - Austin Real Estate Broker | 21/05/2008 | Pets
Pet related articles, find free content for your pet related web sites or pet related newsletters. Submit your pet related articles for free syndication.

Got a Question? Ask.

Ask the community a question about this article:

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ISD in austin has the best special education ...
By: Cindy_lou | 16-09-2008
Which ISD in austin has the best special education services for preschool?

Looking for right side fenders [ wings ] for my ...
By: hjl | 24-08-2008
Looking for right side fenders [ wings ] for my 1963 BJ 7 ] Must be good condition or at least repairable . Thanks HJL

I'm trying to locate "Antonio Brunet" of Brunet ...
By: ipd4theriver | 23-08-2008
I'm trying to locate "Antonio Brunet" of Brunet Classics and corvette motors in Austin or leander texas, zip 78750 or 78641 address that i have is 13492 research blvd austin Tx.

Does anyone have a copy of the book celebrating ...
By: MEParniske | 20-08-2008
Does anyone have a copy of the book celebrating the 150th anniversary of St. Michael's Church in Port Austin, MI. It names a lot of people from that area. I would be interested in buying a copy or having a copy made of it.

Where can i get a set of golf cart wheels re ...
By: papajx6 | 18-08-2008
where can i get a set of golf cart wheels re-chromed in austin tx?

University of Texas rings
By: judyRaineBlotcky | 20-07-2008
I am looking for University of Texas Men's ring- a more contemporary style,

Q&A Powered by:

Latest Real Estate Articles

Investment in Dubai
By: Editor-123 | 11/10/2008
Now, even the foreigners can easily invest and can take active participation in the capital investment in this ever-growing market of the Dubai properties. Amidst the glasslike towers along the vast sea, Dubai promises increasing returns for its investors.

Profit From the Foreclosure Boom Through Powerful Foreclosure Training
By: DCFawcett | 11/10/2008
When real estate investors evaluate their options for what types of properties to invest in, some of the first things that come to mind are preforeclosure, real estate short sales, and other types of foreclosure properties. This tendency is a natural one. After all, sellers facing foreclosures are naturally going to be more motivated and that is what most investors are looking for.

Historical City of Apulia
By: Priya Singh | 11/10/2008
Apulia is "mare e terra", sea and land, a world of rich contrasts. The varied coastline and the hinterland with its cultivated farmland; the tranquil small towns and its cultural treasures.

Hawaii Homes and Volcanoes for Sale
By: Hedin Johan | 11/10/2008
Volcanoes can be found it most parts of the world and Hawaii is no exception-the beauty and lush landscape that comes with volcanoes is literally out of this world. When I suggested a few friends of mine to go visit the islands, I didn’t realize they’d come back with more than they’d bargained for.

Find Hawaii Homes for Closure and Profit
By: Hedin Johan | 11/10/2008
When we talk about the homes that are up for foreclosure, it really does seem like these homes and their families are closing down for good.

Find Great Investments From a Professional Real Estate Company in Hawaii
By: Hedin Johan | 11/10/2008
Real estate in Hawaii is what dreams are made of. Some would love to live there, some would just simply invest there but for others, it’s a place to die for.

Tips to be a Property Buyer
By: Editor-123 | 11/10/2008
Are you planning to buy a retail property? You can own your dream property by following some simple steps. Don’t worry about the long period for the planning and preparation. Usually it may take many months or even a few years. Don’t worry or get discouraged. The time taken is worthy of pursuing your goals.

Using an Agency to List Your Orem Real Estate
By: Art Gib | 10/10/2008
When people decide to sell their home, they often turn to an agency or a brokerage for help.

More from Ki Gray

Five Simple Ways to Spend Less
By: Ki Gray | 10/10/2008 | Personal Finance
Cutting your spending isn't as complicated as it seems. Making smart choices day-to-day can help you save big bucks over time.

Lowering Necessary Expenses to Improve Your Lifestyle
By: Ki Gray | 10/10/2008 | Personal Finance
By lowering necessary expenses like rent, electricity bills and food spending can help you maximize your budget and ultimately live a better, more sustainable lifestyle.

Could the 700 Billion Bailout = No Change in the Housing Market?
By: Ki Gray | 09/10/2008 | Mortgage
In the last week the news has been dominated by the possibility of a 700 billion dollar bailout of US banks. This article looks at the reasons why the bailout might fail.

The Historic Community of Gruene, Texas
By: Ki Gray | 09/10/2008 | Destinations
This article looks at the history of a small town in Texas called Gruene.

In Week Of Historic Changes Mortgage Interest Rates Hold Even
By: Ki Gray | 07/10/2008 | Mortgage
This article looks at recent trends with mortgage interest rates.

Tips for Dating on a Budget
By: Ki Gray | 07/10/2008 | Dating
Working with a limited budget doesn't have to limit your dating life. With a little creativity, you can have plan romantic, memorable, and affordable dates year-round.

Halloween Events in Austin
By: Ki Gray | 29/09/2008 | Art and Entertainment
Austin is filled with different events around Halloween. This article looks at a few of the annual halloween hotspots in Austin.

Mortgage Interest Rates Move Up After Historic Fall
By: Ki Gray | 29/09/2008 | Banking
This article examines recent trends with mortgage interest rates.

Article Categories

Article Marketing

Article Notepad

Stop Duplicate Content

Term Papers

Need Help?

Sign up for our email newsletter

Receive updates, enter your email below

Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the Terms Of Use and Privacy Policy | User published content is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
Copyright © 2005-2008 Free Articles by ArticlesBase.com, All rights reserved. (0.42, 17)

Austin Neighborhood Profiles : Allandale

Article Comments

Related Articles

Got a Question? Ask.

Latest Real Estate Articles

More from Ki Gray

Need Help?

Site Links

Webmasters

Business Info

Sign up for our email newsletter