OLD WEST AUSTIN HOMES FOR SALE
Browse current listings across Old Enfield, Pemberton Heights, and Bryker Woods.
WHAT TO EXPECT LIVING IN OLD WEST AUSTIN
Walking Old West Austin’s tree-canopied streets takes you back in time: early 20th century architecture (Tudor Revival, Spanish Colonial, Craftsman bungalows) kept in the well-tended condition the west side is known for, with five-star dining and antique stores a few blocks away. Each of the district’s three neighborhoods has its own character. Old Enfield, the southernmost, is minutes from downtown and UT. Pemberton Heights anchors the center with larger lots and stately historic homes. Bryker Woods, on the northern edge, is known for its well-maintained bungalow- and cottage-style homes. Throughout, the feel is quiet and residential, with Shoal Creek Trail and parkland close by, a tranquility genuinely rare this close to the center of the city.
OLD WEST AUSTIN HISTORIC HOMES:
WHAT’S ON THE MARKET
Old West Austin houses for sale are almost entirely historic single-family homes: Craftsman bungalows, Tudor Revival, Spanish Colonial, and Colonial Revival styles, most dating from the 1910s through the 1940s, on lots that are unusually large for central Austin. Occasional modern infill appears within the district, built to live alongside the originals. A small number of apartment buildings sit on the district’s edges. Old West Austin apartments are limited but do exist for renters who want the neighborhood without the purchase. One practical note: homes here often need renovation, and buyers should factor in restoration costs, along with the rewards of owning a piece of Austin’s history.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes Old West Austin a historic district?
Old West Austin was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. The district covers three neighborhoods, Old Enfield, Pemberton Heights, and Bryker Woods, with roughly 1,574 historically significant properties.
What types of homes are in Old West Austin?
Tudor Revival, Spanish Colonial, Craftsman bungalows, and Colonial Revival homes, most dating from the 1910s through the 1940s. Lots tend to be larger than in surrounding central Austin neighborhoods.
How far is Old West Austin from downtown Austin?
About 1 mile northwest of downtown, a 5-10 minute drive or a 20-25 minute walk.
What sub-neighborhoods make up Old West Austin?
Three: Old Enfield (closest to downtown, southernmost), Pemberton Heights (the center of the district), and Bryker Woods (the northern edge, known for bungalows and cottages).