Market Overview for Duval Villas
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About Duval Villas
Duval Villas is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas, located in the 78751 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood sits in central-north Austin, east of the North Loop commercial district and south of the Crestview neighborhood. Duval Villas is bounded by Duval Street to the west and Airport Boulevard to the east, placing it within a few blocks of the Triangle mixed-use development and major transit corridors along Guadalupe Street and Lamar Boulevard.
Homes in Duval Villas are primarily small single-family bungalows and cottages built from the 1930s through the 1950s. Lot sizes typically range from 4,000 to 7,000 square feet, and original floor plans offer 700 to 1,200 square feet with one- to three-bedroom layouts. Resale prices generally range from $400,000 to $650,000, reflecting the central location and proximity to the University of Texas. Several properties have been renovated with updated interiors, and some lots have been redeveloped with duplexes or small multi-family structures consistent with the area's zoning.
Duval Villas is served by Austin Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Lee Elementary School, Lamar Middle School, and McCallum High School. Lee Elementary serves grades pre-K through 5 and enrolls approximately 370 students. Lamar Middle School serves grades 6 through 8. McCallum High School enrolls approximately 1,800 students and is known for its Fine Arts Academy, a magnet program offering specialized tracks in visual arts, music, theater, and dance.
Commuters from Duval Villas reach downtown Austin in approximately 10 minutes via Guadalupe Street or Lamar Boulevard. The University of Texas at Austin main campus is roughly 2 miles south. Capital Metro operates multiple bus routes along Guadalupe Street, Lamar Boulevard, and Airport Boulevard, and the MetroRail Red Line station at Crestview is approximately 1 mile north, providing commuter rail service to downtown and Leander. The Triangle development at Lamar and Guadalupe provides grocery, retail, and restaurant options within walking distance.
Living in Duval Villas
Duval Villas features small-lot residential properties under mature pecan and live oak trees, with a mix of original mid-century bungalows and renovated homes. The neighborhood has a walkable layout with sidewalks on most blocks and proximity to commercial corridors. Some properties have been converted to duplexes or small multi-family units, and ADU (accessory dwelling unit) construction has increased on larger lots. Property taxes are assessed under Travis County and Austin ISD jurisdictions.
The North Loop commercial district, approximately 3 blocks west, has Epoch Coffee, Drink.Well, and a variety of independent shops and restaurants along North Loop Boulevard. Whole Foods Market at the Triangle development is within a 5-minute walk for many residents. Bartholomew District Park, roughly 1 mile east on Berkman Drive, offers a public swimming pool, tennis courts, playgrounds, and sports fields across 46 acres. The Crestview MetroRail station provides access to the Red Line for commutes to downtown or northward to Howard Lane and Leander. Cyclists use the Speedway and Duval Street corridors to reach the UT campus and central Austin.
Things to Do in Duval Villas
- North Loop Boulevard: A walkable commercial strip approximately 3 blocks west with independent shops, Epoch Coffee, Drink.Well cocktail bar, and Flightpath Coffeehouse. Hosts seasonal neighborhood events.
- Bartholomew District Park: A 46-acre park roughly 1 mile east with a public swimming pool, tennis courts, sports fields, playgrounds, and a dog off-leash area on Berkman Drive.
- The Triangle: Mixed-use development at Lamar and Guadalupe within walking distance, featuring Whole Foods Market, restaurants, retail, and a central courtyard with seasonal events.
- Epoch Coffee: Locally owned coffee shop on North Loop Boulevard open 24 hours, serving espresso drinks, pastries, and providing indoor and patio seating.
- Crestview MetroRail Station: Capital Metro Red Line station approximately 1 mile north providing commuter rail service to downtown Austin and northward to Leander with park-and-ride facilities.
Major Employers in Duval Villas
- University of Texas at Austin (Higher Education): Flagship state university approximately 2 miles south employing over 24,000 faculty and staff, the largest employer in central Austin.
- Ascension Seton Medical Center (Healthcare): Major hospital on West 38th Street approximately 2 miles southwest with over 400 beds and approximately 3,000 employees.
- Texas Department of Transportation (Government): State agency with offices along Airport Boulevard approximately 1 mile east, employing several hundred workers at the district headquarters.
- Central Health (Healthcare Administration): Travis County healthcare district headquartered approximately 3 miles south, overseeing public health programs and the Community Care clinic system.
Duval Villas Schools
Duval Villas is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Davis Elementary for elementary school, Murchison Middle School for middle school, and Anderson High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Davis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Duval Villas area in Austin ISD.
- Murchison Middle School - Middle school serving the Duval Villas area in Austin ISD.
- Anderson High School - High school serving the Duval Villas area in Austin ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Redeemer Lutheran Preschool - Church-based preschool program in central-north Austin serving children ages 2 through pre-K.
- Escuelita del Alma - Bilingual preschool in central Austin offering Spanish-English immersion for children ages 2-5.
Private Schools
- Griffin School - Independent school in central Austin serving grades K-8 with small class sizes and individualized instruction.
- Austin Waldorf School - Waldorf-method school in north-central Austin serving early childhood through 8th grade.
Higher Education
- University of Texas at Austin - Flagship state university approximately 2 miles south with over 50,000 students and nationally ranked programs across 18 colleges and schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Duval Villas in Austin
Duval Villas is a residential neighborhood in central-north Austin, Texas, in the 78751 zip code. It sits east of the North Loop district and south of Crestview, roughly 3 miles north of the University of Texas campus.
What do homes cost in Duval Villas
Homes in Duval Villas typically range from $400,000 to $650,000. The neighborhood features bungalows and cottages from the 1930s-1950s with 700 to 1,200 square feet on lots of 4,000 to 7,000 square feet.
What school district is Duval Villas in
Duval Villas is served by Austin Independent School District. Students typically attend Lee Elementary, Lamar Middle School, and McCallum High School, which is home to the Fine Arts Academy magnet program.
How far is Duval Villas from downtown Austin
Duval Villas is approximately 3 miles north of downtown Austin. The commute takes roughly 10 minutes via Guadalupe Street or Lamar Boulevard, and the Crestview MetroRail station is about 1 mile north.
Is Duval Villas walkable
Duval Villas has sidewalks on most blocks and is within walking distance of the North Loop commercial district, Whole Foods at the Triangle, and multiple bus routes on Guadalupe Street and Lamar Boulevard.
What is near Duval Villas for dining and shopping
The North Loop district, 3 blocks west, has Epoch Coffee, Drink.Well, and independent shops. The Triangle at Lamar and Guadalupe within walking distance has Whole Foods Market, restaurants, and retail.