Thinking about moving to South Austin?
Everything you need to know about living, buying, and settling in South Austin, Texas — one honest, local guide to all five ZIP codes.
The whole picture, one section at a time
Why South Austin
South Austin mapped simply, and what the market looks like today.
The Five ZIP-Cities
78744, 78745, 78747, 78748, and 78749 — each treated as its own small city.
New Construction
Where the building is happening now, and what's funded vs. still on the horizon.
The Schools
Which districts and schools serve which ZIP, and who goes to school where.
The Commute
Honest, real-world drive times to downtown from each ZIP code.
Know Your Numbers
Cost of living and the tax math, worked out ZIP by ZIP — the full monthly picture.
Life in South Austin
Parks, the greenbelt, healthcare, and getting settled once you land.
The Decision
Which ZIP fits you, and what buying in South Austin actually looks like.
In South Austin, the ZIP code you pick changes everything
- ✓78744 — The New-Construction Frontier: where much of the new building is happening.
- ✓78745 — The Established Middle: central, classic South Austin character and walkable pockets.
- ✓78747 — The Quiet Southeast: more space and value, a little further out.
- ✓78748 — The Tree-Lined Heart: established, tree-lined streets (and where I live).
- ✓78749 — Southwest Premium & Oak Hill: the higher-end southwest edge toward Oak Hill.
People who trusted the process
"From the moment we spotted the 'For Sale' sign on our dream property to closing day, Brandon was incredible. He tackled every challenge with solutions, made sure we understood each step, and always kept things moving. Everyone was aligned to make the deal happen — and they delivered. Highly recommend!"
"I worked with Brandon for the second time and can't recommend him enough! From start to finish he's friendly, helpful, and responsive — he made the whole process smooth and stress-free, kept me updated, and even followed up afterward to make sure I settled in. If you want a realtor who genuinely cares, Brandon is the one!"
"As first-time homebuyers deciding on a new build, we're so fortunate to have had Brandon. He always knew what to ask the builder — even when we had no idea what to ask — checked in regularly, and handled all the details so we felt supported the whole way. Can't recommend him highly enough!"
Meet Brandon Holley
South Austin is close to my heart. It's where I live, in 78748, and a market I know block by block. Across 175+ closed deals since 2016, I've watched this side of town go from established, tree-lined neighborhoods to one of the fastest-building, most talked-about corners of the region, where five ZIP codes each live very differently.
This guide is everything I'd tell you if you were sitting across from me, trying to figure out which South Austin ZIP is your next home.
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