Hyde Park is a well known subdivision in Central Austin. A very historic neighborhood, Hyde Park had its beginnings in 1891 after it was platted & then marketed by Monrow Martin Shipe. There are some very elegant Queen Anne style old homes, many bungalows and some much smaller, modest frame homes. Hyde Park has its own neighborhood association as well as Yahoo Group.
A huge tree on the property at 4810 Caswell in North Hyde Park and it’s final demise has started a rallying cry among the neighborhood for an ordinance to protect the neighborhood trees. After the removal of a small residential home on the property, along with other trees and vegetation in the back yard, the lone survivor was a large tree standing in the middle of the back yard. Hyde Park neighbors had hoped that the tree would remain and be part of the new development planned... Read More »
Hyde Park has been revitalized, revamped, redone in the past few years but still holds onto its charming and unique landscape and historical presence. It is one of the most densely populated neighborhoods, due in part to the central location, beautiful streets with large shade trees, and the diversity of its residents and their homes.The Shipe House, also known as Shadowlawn, (Shipe developed Hyde Park in 1891), is located along the curve of 39th street, Avenue F and Duval. It was... Read More »
Take a Tour Through Historic Hyde Park in Austin Texas
This week I took advantage of the 87 degree weather, grabbed the Olympus and headed to some Austin Neighborhoods! Great opportunity to share some of the local neighborhoods with our internet family.
Hyde Park
is one of the most well known historical neighborhoods in Austin. It
dates back to 1891 when it was developed as a streetcar suburb. Yep
streetcars in Austin!
Many of the historical homes are still standing and standing well,
som... Read More »
Today I had lunch with friends at Hyde Park Bar and Grill located at 4206 Duval St. It’s been a while since I’ve eaten there, but I was quickly reminded of how much I enjoy the food there. I had a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich which was to die for, and who can resist those amazing Hyde Park Fries…. Yum! I did maintain some self control though when it came to dessert. I have a weakness for the Black Bottom cake since I am a big fan of combining chocolate and cream cheese, and I cou... Read More »
When you choose to buy a home and live in Hyde Park, you're choosing more than a residence, you're buying a lifestyle. This is a very active community, people more often than not walk and bike to their favorite restaurants, shops and coffee houses. The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association is active as well and produces a monthly newsletter, The Pecan Press, that volunteers deliver to the residents that tells of upcoming and current events that effect the community. In Hyde Park you will ... Read More »
Did you know that there is a fantastic neighborhood in Austin called Hyde Park that was designed to look like England by Colonel Shipe who was the developer in the late 1800's? Who would have imagined that such a neighborhood would exist in Austin, Texas of all places! Located just north of the University of Texas, in central Austin, Hyde Park features craftsmen style homes and lovely wide tree-lined streets. There is an annual Hyde Park Homes Tour open to the public where one can meander thru t... Read More »
Living in Hyde Park is a dream for many an Austinite. Lots of us love the older Craftsman style homes with the cute front porches and beautiful woodwork and also the even older homes in the Victorian style. Walking around the neighborhood, one can just feel the sense of community that this area exudes. Walking is the favorite mode of transportation with many of the Hyde Park residents and for good reason. The area is so beautiful considering the streets are lined wit... Read More »
This historic neighborhood sits just south of 45th street and just north of 38th street. There are so many characteristics that make this neighborhood so full of history. With local favorites like, Hyde Park Bar and Grill, and Asti you can walk to your favorite neighborhood hang out and enjoy some excellent cuisine,these are now staples in an Austinites diet. Victorian homes are very prominent throughout the neighborhood. There is no shortage of established trees or ch... Read More »
Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood at 4206 Duval Street (512) 458-168, the Hyde Park Bar & Grill is an excellent place to eat for casual dining. One of the cool, Keepin' It Weird, support the local places restaurants, Hyde Park Grill offers great handmade dining in a casual atmosphere at inexpensive prices. As an additional reason to go, the grill features in restaurant art displays by local artists. The central Austin location in Hyde Park opened in 1982. There is also a south location a... Read More »
2007 and 2008 Sold Stats for Homes in Hyde Park
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