Tarrytown, TX Real Estate & Community Guide
Tarrytown is what people mean when they talk about "Old Austin." It sits just west of MoPac and north of Lake Austin Boulevard, close enough that you can be downtown or on the University of Texas campus in about ten minutes, quiet enough that the streets are shaded, curving, and lined with houses that have been here a while.
Straight talk: this is an established, in-demand address, and it's priced like one. This is one of the most coveted and prestigious areas in all of Austin. Lots are generally modest by West Austin standards, inventory is tight, and a well-located home doesn't sit long. What you're buying is location and character — the walk to Tarrytown's shops, the proximity to Lake Austin and downtown, and a Central Austin footing that doesn't come up often.
Close-in and established
The appeal of Tarrytown is that it's genuinely close to everything Central Austin. Downtown, UT, and the medical district are a short drive; Lake Austin sits along the western edge with boat access and waterfront homes; and Mayfield Park, the Lions Municipal Golf Course, and the Colorado River trails are all part of daily life here.
The Tarrytown shopping center and small pockets of shops mean you can handle a coffee, a meal, or a grocery run without getting on a highway — a walkability that's rare for a neighborhood this leafy and this quiet.
Tudors, ranches, and new builds
Tarrytown's housing stock tells its age in a good way: 1930s–50s Tudors and cottages, mid-century ranches, and a steady layer of teardown-and-rebuild new construction as owners reinvest in the land. You'll find everything from a restored bungalow to a large contemporary custom home on the same street.
Lots are generally sized for the era in which they were platted — comfortable, not sprawling — so the neighborhood keeps its close-in, walkable feel rather than the big-acreage character of the hills farther west.
How it trades
Demand here is durable and supply is limited — the two things that keep prices firm. Well-located, well-kept homes tend to move quickly, and lots with rebuild potential are their own competitive market.
If Tarrytown is the goal, patience and readiness both matter. The right house often comes down to being prepared to act when a home in the right pocket, at the right condition, finally lists.
What are the schools like in Tarrytown?
Austin ISD. Commonly zoned: Casis Elementary School (Elementary), O. Henry Middle School (Middle), Austin High School (High). Attendance zones change and can differ street by street — confirm any address with the district .
Is Tarrytown good for commuters?
| Destination | Minutes | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Austin | 8–12 | via Lake Austin Blvd / MoPac |
| University of Texas | 8–12 |
Tarrytown is a good fit if…
- You want to be close in — minutes to downtown, UT, and the lake — and value walkable, established streets.
- Old-Austin character matters to you, whether in a restored classic or a new build on a mature lot.
- Austin ISD's Casis / O. Henry / Austin High zoning is part of the draw.
- You're prepared to act when the right home in a tight market lists.
Probably not the fit if…
- You want a large lot or acreage — Tarrytown's parcels are close-in and modest by West Austin standards.
- You're looking for a lower entry price or a bargain; this is an established, premium address.
- You prefer a new, master-planned neighborhood with uniform homes and an HOA.
- A quick, wide-open selection matters more than location — inventory here is limited.
As of September 2026, Tarrytown · single-family homes (2026-Q3):
- $1.99M
- Median sale price
- +1.2% vs prior 12 months
- $610
- Price per sq ft
- 37
- Median days on market
- 34
- Active listings
- 4.8
- Months of inventory
- $5,200
- Median rent / month
Source: ACTRIS MLS via Haven Data Lab — single-family homes · as of
Single-family homes only (condos and townhomes excluded). Based on closed sales and active listings in ACTRIS MLS within this area’s mapped boundary, the 90 days ending September 25, 2026. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Median rent from single-family lease closings.
Tarrytown: frequently asked questions
- Where is Tarrytown in Austin?
- Tarrytown is in Central Austin, just west of MoPac (Loop 1) and north of Lake Austin Boulevard, bordering Lake Austin on its western edge. Downtown and the University of Texas are roughly a 10-minute drive.
- What school district serves Tarrytown?
- Tarrytown is in Austin ISD, commonly zoned to Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle School, and Austin High School. Zoning depends on the exact address, so confirm through the Austin ISD boundary lookup — assignments are not guaranteed.
- Is there lake access in Tarrytown?
- Yes. Lake Austin runs along the neighborhood's western edge, with waterfront homes and boat access, plus nearby parks and the Colorado River trails.
- How old are the homes in Tarrytown?
- Many date to the 1930s through 1950s — Tudors, cottages, and ranches — alongside newer custom homes built where older houses have been replaced. It's a mix of restored classics and new construction.
- How far is Tarrytown from downtown and UT?
- Both are close — generally an 8–12 minute drive via Lake Austin Boulevard or MoPac in normal traffic, which is a big part of the neighborhood's appeal.
- Is Tarrytown walkable?
- For a quiet, leafy neighborhood, yes in pockets — the Tarrytown shopping center and small clusters of shops put coffee, meals, and a grocery run within reach without a highway, though it's still primarily a car-oriented, residential area.