North University
Welcome to charming North University
In the North Central Austin area there’s a community with abundant bars, restaurants, coffee shops and parks. Known as the North Campus area, residents there enjoy close proximity to the University of Texas and to downtown.
About the Neighborhood
North University is electric with a vibrant university scene mixed while still retaining the charm from Austin’s small town days. Students and professors seeking proximity to the University of Texas couldn’t find a better spot to live.
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Points of Interest
Wheatsville Food Coop: Excellent for all of your bulk and earth loving needs.
Sparky Pocket Park: The site of a former electric substation, the local neighborhood association has been transforming it into a 'pocket park'. It's small, quirky and beautiful.
Spider House: Enjoy lounging in the cafe’s rambling courtyard. The Ballroom provides an eclectic performance space featuring diverse events (live music, DJs & comedy), a full bar and patio.
Public School info
The public schools in North University are rated A by Niche.
(Niche assign ratings to schools and are commonly used by parents to make a decision.)
Commute Times
ABIA 18m. by car
Downtown 7m. by car
Boundaries
East to West: Duval Street to Guadalupe Street
North to South: 38th Street to 27th Street
Nearby Neighborhoods: Hancock, Old West Austin
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The Lifestyle
North University has an urban feel and most residents in the area rent their homes. It’s a desirable area to live because of its charm and convenience to the UT campus and the lively downtown area. It’s a very walkable area so pedestrians and cyclists abound. They are likely on their way to the campus or heading to one of the many popular hangouts in the area.
You’ll fall in love with
During Christmastime the 37th Street light spectacular entices thousands of visitors to North University.
Homes in North University
The neighborhood boasts abundant trees and has developed an eclectic mix of houses over the years. You can also find beautiful historic homes dating back to the turn of the 20th century around Tom Green and Grooms Street. A few blocks away there are older subdivisions and student housing complexes are scattered throughout.