Market Overview for Garrison Park
There are 36 active listings in Garrison Park with a median list price of $430K and a median sold price of $450K.
Homes average 38 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 14 homes have sold, with 138 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $313.
About Garrison Park
Garrison Park is a South Austin neighborhood located near the intersection of South Congress Avenue and Ben White Boulevard (US-290), approximately 3-4 miles south of downtown. Named after the Garrison Park city greenspace at its center, the neighborhood is characterized by tree-lined streets, mid-century homes, and the kind of established South Austin character that has made the area increasingly popular with buyers seeking walkability and proximity to Austin's urban core.
Homes in Garrison Park typically range from $350,000 to $650,000, featuring a mix of mid-century bungalows, ranch-style homes, and updated properties built primarily in the 1950s through 1970s. Lot sizes are modest but well-suited to the neighborhood's walkable, urban-residential character. Many homes have been renovated or expanded, and new construction infill appears on some lots as the area continues to draw investment.
Garrison Park is served by the Austin Independent School District (Austin ISD). Students typically attend Joslin Elementary, Bedichek Middle School, and Travis High School. The neighborhood's South Austin location also provides access to Austin ISD magnet programs and alternative school options.
South Congress Avenue runs through the eastern edge of the neighborhood, providing direct access to downtown Austin in approximately 10 minutes. Ben White Boulevard (US-290) along the northern boundary connects to IH-35, MoPac, and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (approximately 15 minutes east). The neighborhood's position between South Congress and South 1st Street places it within easy reach of South Austin's dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Living in Garrison Park
Garrison Park occupies a sweet spot in South Austin's real estate market — close enough to South Congress and downtown to feel urban, but residential and tree-covered enough to feel like a proper neighborhood. Homes in the $350K-$650K range draw buyers looking for South Austin's culture without the premium prices of neighborhoods closer to Zilker Park.
The namesake Garrison Park provides a neighborhood gathering point with playgrounds, sports courts, and green space. South Congress Avenue's restaurants, bars, and shops are within biking distance, and downtown Austin is a 10-minute drive north. Ben White Boulevard provides crosstown access to MoPac, IH-35, and the airport.
The neighborhood's mid-century homes on mature tree-lined streets have the character and scale that newer suburban developments cannot replicate. The ongoing reinvestment in the area — updated homes, new restaurants along South Congress and Stassney — signals the neighborhood's trajectory while prices remain below the Austin median for comparable proximity to downtown.
Things to Do in Garrison Park
- Garrison Park: Neighborhood park with playgrounds, basketball courts, a splash pad, picnic areas, and green space — the community's central gathering point.
- South Congress Avenue (SoCo): Well-known Austin commercial corridor along the neighborhood's eastern edge with locally owned shops, acclaimed restaurants, live music venues, and food trucks.
- Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail: 10-mile urban trail loop approximately 15 minutes north, connecting to Zilker Park and downtown for running, cycling, and kayaking.
- Stassney Lane Corridor: Growing dining and retail strip south of the neighborhood with local restaurants and shops.
- Zilker Park & Barton Springs Pool: Austin's flagship park approximately 15 minutes northwest with the well-known spring-fed swimming pool, botanical gardens, and festival grounds.
- Manchaca Road Dining: Eclectic collection of local restaurants and food trucks along Manchaca Road, reflecting South Austin's diverse culinary scene.
Major Employers in Garrison Park
- Downtown Austin Employers (Technology & Government): State Capitol, tech companies, and professional services 10 minutes north via South Congress
- St. Edward's University (Higher Education): Private university in South Austin within 10 minutes
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (Transportation): Major airport approximately 15 minutes east via Ben White Boulevard
- Austin ISD (Education): District offices and campuses throughout South Austin
- South Congress Corridor Businesses (Retail & Hospitality): Growing corridor of restaurants, shops, and hotels along South Congress Avenue
Garrison Park Schools
Garrison Park is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Cunningham Elementary or Odom Elementary or Sunset Valley Elementary for elementary school, Covington Middle School or Bedichek Middle School for middle school, and Crockett High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Cunningham Elementary - Elementary school serving the Garrison Park area in Austin ISD.
- Odom Elementary - Elementary school serving the Garrison Park area in Austin ISD.
- Sunset Valley Elementary - Elementary school serving the Garrison Park area in Austin ISD.
- Covington Middle School - Middle school serving the Garrison Park area in Austin ISD.
- Bedichek Middle School - Middle school serving the Garrison Park area in Austin ISD.
- Crockett High School - High school serving the Garrison Park area in Austin ISD.
Private Schools
- Austin Montessori School - Montessori preschool program in South Austin
Higher Education
- Austin Community College (South Austin Campus) - ACC campus on South 1st Street within 10 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Garrison Park in Austin?
Garrison Park is a South Austin neighborhood near the intersection of South Congress Avenue and Ben White Boulevard, approximately 3-4 miles south of downtown. It is named after the Garrison Park city greenspace at the center of the community.
How much do homes cost in Garrison Park?
Homes in Garrison Park typically range from $350,000 to $650,000. The neighborhood features mid-century bungalows and ranch-style homes from the 1950s-70s, with many renovated properties and some new construction infill.
What school district is Garrison Park in?
Garrison Park is served by Austin ISD. Students attend Joslin Elementary, Bedichek Middle School, and Travis High School.
How far is Garrison Park from downtown Austin?
Garrison Park is approximately 10 minutes from downtown Austin via South Congress Avenue. Ben White Boulevard connects to IH-35, MoPac, and Austin-Bergstrom Airport (about 15 minutes east).
What makes Garrison Park a good neighborhood?
Garrison Park is popular with buyers seeking South Austin character — mid-century homes, mature trees, and proximity to South Congress — at prices below the Austin median for comparable downtown proximity. The neighborhood park, walkable streets, and ongoing reinvestment add to its appeal.
What is there to do near Garrison Park?
Garrison Park is near South Congress Avenue's shops and restaurants, Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool, Lady Bird Lake trails, and diverse dining along Manchaca Road and Stassney Lane. The namesake park offers playgrounds, courts, and a splash pad.
