Funky, eclectic Burnet Rd runs from W. 45th street in north central Austin to north of 183 and out past the Domain. The south end of Burnet Rd , up to 2222/Koenig Ln is evolving and changing to become a destination for N. Central Austin and beyond. Once a 50's and 60's era commercial mess, new businesses have opened up and are thriving. I enjoyed my breakfast tacos at Torchys this morning. It's in the 5100 block across from a futon store and tatto parlor. It struck me how much Burnet Rd has changed. Finally, the right mix of businesses is settling in along side long time thrift stores,plumbing supply stores and saloons.
The neighborhoods of Rosedale, Brentwood, Shoalmont, Allandale and Crestview flank each side of the lower Burnet Rd. corridor. Vintage bungalows and ranchers, built mostly from the 1930's to 1960's, along with condos and new modern infill construction populate the area. Condos are abundant too. I like that prices range from the low $200's so most buyers can find something to satisfy their housing itch--even someone looking to spend $500,000 will be happy to see how far that goes in this part of town.
There is nothing high brow about South Burnet Rd (SoBurn?) but that is what gives it a true Austin appeal. On Lower Burnet Rd (LoBurn?) you can eat a taco, bbq or an omelet, get a tattoo or drink a beer. You can buy pottery, antiques, vintage clothing, naked furniture, refrigerators, toothpaste, tequila, used bookshelves and used cars....mostly from local purveyors. And if you live in the neighborhoods along the route, you can walk to it all! Try and do that at the mall!
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Jeff Harris, Broker
True Austin Properties
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Jeff Harris
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True Austin Properties
