Zilker

Austin, TX

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Zilker - Austin, TX

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Enjoy nature-loving amenities just south of downtown

Scenic Riverside Active Convenient Family-Friendly Welcoming

Located just across Lady Bird Lake from Downtown Austin, Zilker is one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods. Zilker’s tranquil residential streets are complemented by walkable access to an array of shops and eateries clustered along South Lamar Boulevard and Barton Springs Road. However, Zilker is perhaps most famously regarded for its easy access to some of Austin’s best outdoor recreation at Barton Springs, Barton Creek Greenbelt, and Zilker Park.

The neighborhood was actually named after nearby Zilker Park, where exciting events like South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, and the Holiday Trail of Lights take place. The neighborhood has plenty of outdoor amenities itself, including the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum as well as the expansive Butler Shores at Town Lake, which offers live performances at ZACH Theatre and scenic trails along Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker provides plenty of additional options for entertainment as well, like Peter Pan Mini Golf, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema South Lamar, and Butler Park Pitch and Putt. The many amenities of Downtown Austin and South Congress are also within close reach. Convenience to multiple major roadways and the Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge makes getting around from Zilker simple.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Zilker is $1,408 for a studio, $2,000 for one bedroom, $2,432 for two bedrooms, and $2,708 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Zilker has increased by 4.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 470 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,408/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 728 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,000/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,039 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,432/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,282 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,708/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

83

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

51

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

79

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
  • Zilker Botanical Garden
  • Zilker Nature Preserve
  • Austin Nature and Science Center
  • Barton Creek Greenbelt (360 Access)

Military Bases

Airports

  • Austin-Bergstrom International

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