Top Hipster Neighborhoods in Austin
If you are moving to Austin and consider yourself a hipster then you’ve certainly got plenty of options. After all, Austin has farmer markets, local food trucks, locally-owned bars and restaurants, a high walkability score, and a large percentage of residents in artistic occupations.
Below are the neighborhoods where you will likely find many millennials who also have independent political views, non-mainstream fashion sensibility, and a passion for artisanal and organic foods.
#1 East Austin
East Austin made the “America’s Best Hipster Neighborhoods” list by “Forbes” magazine. The area used to be predominately full of low-income residents years ago, but pockets have changed here in recent years. East Austin is home to countless artists, musicians, and locally owned businesses. A few favorite hangouts include The White Horse, The Liberty, Shangri-La, and Yellow Jacket Social Club.
Check out the East Cesar Chavez neighborhood.
#2 South Congress
This neighborhood was one of the leading hipster neighborhoods before the rise of East Austin. It is known for food trucks, art and music venues, organic restaurants, and eclectic small retailers. The area became a mecca for artists in the 70s, and by the 80s, when unique retailers began popping up all over. Look for hip clothing and housewares from Neighborhood Goods, vintage inspired pieces at Reformation, innovative jewelry from Nak Armstrong and fresh-blended perfumes at Le Labo.
Bouldin Creek and Travis Heights neighborhoods both border South Congress.
#3 Travis Heights
Travis Heights used to tie with South Congress as Austin’s best hipster neighborhood. Although it is still very hipster-friendly the zip code has become a lot more expensive in recent years. So, to live here today, you need to have a decent salary! There are several beautiful parks in Travis Heights (Big Stacy Park, Little Stacy Park, Norwood Estate Park, Blunn Creek Nature Preserve), as well as two community pools, and a dog park, and living anywhere here puts you within walking distance to hip cafes and shops.
The neighborhood celebrates the arts and gardening, with many homes having vegetable gardens in front. There are many art shops in the area, and the annual Travis Heights Art Trail is an opportunity for local residents to open their homes for art exhibits and sales.
#4 Hyde Park
This neighborhood is a peaceful enclave with a number of hipsters wealthy enough to afford the charming bungalows that dot the tree-lined streets. Hyde Park is actually listed on the National Register Historic District. There is a Fresh Plus grocery store , neighborhood pub, a small bakery where you are likely to bump into poets and artists, and plenty of vegan food options - try Bistro Vonish or Community Vegan.
#5 Warehouse District
There is a strong hipster vibe in this colorful community. It is pricier to live here than East Austin, but it is also right downtown where you can either walk or take public transportation everywhere. A few coffee shops and bars most commonly frequented by a hipster crowd include Halcyon, Dirty Bills, and ACL Live at the Moody Theater.
Check out the Downtown neighborhood that encompasses the Warehouse District.
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