Located just south of downtown and home to one of Austin’s most beloved parks, Zilker offers the ultimate in walkable, vibrant city living with a laid-back, local vibe. With its tree-lined streets, charming bungalows, and quick access to Barton Springs, South Lamar, and Lady Bird Lake, Zilker is one of Austin’s most iconic and in-demand neighborhoods.
Homes in Zilker include everything from classic 1930s cottages and mid-century ranches to sleek, architect-designed modern builds. Prices typically range from $900K to over $3M, depending on size, style, and proximity to greenbelt or city views. Zilker is served by Austin ISD, including Zilker Elementary, O. Henry Middle School, and Austin High School, along with easy access to top-rated private schools and downtown campuses.
Residents enjoy being steps away from Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool, the Umlauf Sculpture Garden, and the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival. South Lamar’s “SoLa” corridor offers countless restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques, while downtown Austin is just a 5–10 minute commute away. For those who want to live in the heart of what makes Austin...Austin - Zilker delivers the culture, character, and lifestyle that define the city.
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9,851 people live in Zilker, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $99,167. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Zilker, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Radius Butcher & Grocery, CTRUS, and Self Edge.
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| Dining | 2.87 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.61 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.31 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.37 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.85 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.13 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.64 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 1.22 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 1.14 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.96 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.42 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.62 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.86 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.44 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.13 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.74 miles | 21 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.32 miles | 51 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.04 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.62 miles | 40 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.64 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Zilker has 5,539 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Zilker do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 9,851 people call Zilker home. The population density is 11,460.397 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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