78704: Austin's Most Sought-After ZIP Code

There's a reason 78704 consistently ranks as Austin's most desirable ZIP code. It's not just one thing — it's the combination of location, lifestyle, and community that makes South Austin irreplaceable.

The Basics

78704 covers the heart of South Austin, roughly bounded by Lady Bird Lake to the north, Ben White Blvd to the south, South 1st Street to the east, and Zilker Park to the west. It includes iconic neighborhoods like Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, and Travis Heights.

Why People Love It

• Walkability: Walk Score of 72 (very walkable). SoCo, South Lamar, and South 1st corridors are all walkable dining and shopping districts.
• Green space: Zilker Park, Barton Springs, the Hike & Bike Trail — all within walking or biking distance.
• Food scene: Ramen Tatsu-ya, Odd Duck, Matt's El Rancho, June's All Day, Perla's — some of Austin's best restaurants.
• Community feel: Despite being central, 78704 maintains a neighborhood feel with local businesses, farmers markets, and community events.
• Central location: 10 minutes to downtown, 15 minutes to the Domain, easy access to I-35 and MoPac.

Market Data

• Median home price: $575K (March 2026)
• Year-over-year appreciation: +3.8%
• Average days on market: 18 (well-priced homes)
• Average DOM for overpriced: 55+
• Inventory: 2.1 months (seller's market)

Who Buys Here

78704 attracts a diverse buyer pool: young professionals who want walkability, families drawn to Zilker Elementary (one of Austin's top-rated), empty nesters downsizing from the suburbs, and investors who know the appreciation numbers.

The SuperSearch Difference

Our neighborhood page for 78704 includes real-time listing counts, median prices, and local recommendations — gyms, restaurants, coffee shops, schools — curated by our team who lives and works in this neighborhood. Check it out at shapirogroup.co/neighborhoods/78704.