Gardens is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in East Austin. It is a charming neighborhood made up of only 6 streets and still holds most of its original appeal. In Gardens you will find mostly traditional minimalist style homes on modest manicured lots. Most of the homes are still in their original state, but you will find a few homes that are totally renovated on the inside. The neighborhood is bordered by Boggy Creek which gives you access to the Walnut Creek Hike and Bike Trail. Scroll Down to Read Our Gardens Neighborhood Guide.
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Gardens Neighborhood Map
Gardens is a pocket neighborhood located in Govalle located between Springdale Rd and Airport Blvd, which makes a great alternative for commuters headed north. Hwy 183 is also 2 miles to the east and IH 35 is 2.5 miles. To get to Gardens, take 35 to 7th St and head east. Make a left on Pleasant Valley. Make a right on Lyons St. Make a left on Mansell Ave. Gardens is bordered by Bolm Road to the north, Airport Boulevard to the east, Boggy Creek to the south and Springdale Road to the west. Gardens is shaded in yellow on the map below. Explore other East Austin neighborhoods in our East Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Gardens neighborhood guide.
Things to Do Near Gardens
Gardens is in an ideal location to experience the best of Austin. WIth as many top notch restaurants that have settled in the area, you don’t have to go far to have a great meal. One of the best in the area is Jacoby’s Restaurant and Mercantile. This farm to table restaurant has a seasonal menu and one of the best brunches in the city. Located just down the street from the Gardens neighborhood is a unique coffee shop called Sa-Ten. This cafe offers a traditional coffee menu but also serves tasty Japanese snacks. On the south side of the Gardens neighborhood, you will find Boggy Creek. Although the water in Boggy Creek fluctuates greatly between rain storms, you still have access to the Walnut Creek Hike and Bike Trail. This 7.3 mile trail will take you northeast from Govalle Park to the Walter E. Long Metro Park.
Gardens Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in East Austin’s Gardens neighborhood is 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.2266% as of the 2021 tax year.
Gardens Schools
Kids who live in East Austin’s Gardens neighborhood are served by the Austin ISD and will likely attend the following schools:
- Govalle Elementary - 3/10
- Martin Middle - 2/10
- Eastside Memorial High - 2/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of January 2025. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
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Gardens Sold Data – What Gardens Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Gardens and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Gardens? How many homes are currently for sale in Gardens? What’s the median sold price in Gardens? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Gardens? How’s the Gardens market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Gardens Sold Data Report.
East Austin Realtors Specializing in Gardens
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are East Austin Realtors specializing in Gardens. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Gardens, Rebecca and Raymond know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Gardens and Selling a Home in Gardens..
