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South Congress (SoCo)

Austin’s ultimate open-air cultural and dining district, offering vibrant shopping and unparalleled energy right outside your door.
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Welcome To South Congress (SoCo)

The most iconic mile in Austin.
 

The Vibe

South Congress Avenue is Austin's living room — the street everyone ends up on eventually, whether they live there or not. Part shopping district, part dining destination, part open-air cultural event, SoCo has national name recognition for good reason. To live adjacent to it is to be at the center of everything that makes Austin worth moving to.
 

What to Love

  • The iconic view of the Texas State Capitol straight up South Congress
  • Boutiques, vintage shops, art galleries, and one-of-a-kind local businesses
  • Some of Austin's best restaurant clusters — everything from tacos to fine dining
  • The Continental Club and live music every night of the week
  • Walking distance to Lady Bird Lake and the Hike-and-Bike Trail
  • Home of the famous Congress Avenue bat colony — 1.5 million bats at sunset

The Real Estate

Housing directly adjacent to South Congress is a mix of bungalows on quieter side streets and modern condos with skyline views. The SoCo corridor offers some of the best walkability in Austin, which drives premium pricing. Properties here rarely sit long.
 
Price Range: $600K – $2M+
 
Home Styles: Craftsman bungalows, modern condos and lofts, renovated historic homes
 

Schools

Austin ISD
 
Joslin Elementary (PK–5) community-focused campus
 
Fulmore Middle (6–8)
 
Travis High School (9–12)
 

Eats & Coffee

  • Jo's Coffee — the 'I Love You So Much' mural and Austin's favorite outdoor patio
  • Torchy's Tacos — the original location, still the best
  • South Congress Cafe — Southern comfort with a South Austin soul
  • Hotel San José courtyard — drinks under the lights, one of Austin's most beautiful spots
  • Allens Boots — not food, but no trip to SoCo is complete
  • Perla's Seafood & Oyster Bar — Gulf Coast dining at its Austin best

Parks & Outdoors

Lady Bird Lake is steps away, with the full Hike-and-Bike Trail accessible on foot. Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool are a short bike ride. The neighborhood is flat and walkable — you really don't need a car to live well here.
 

The Hidden Gem

The Congress Avenue bat colony lives under the Congress Avenue Bridge — from March through November, 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats emerge at dusk in a spectacle that Austin residents never quite take for granted, no matter how many times they've seen it.
 
"People move to Austin dreaming of SoCo. The lucky ones get to actually live near it. When I'm showing properties in this area, I always walk buyers down the avenue first — because the feeling of standing on South Congress looking up at the Capitol tells you more about why this city is special than anything I could say."
 
— Alyse Black, Heart of Austin Homes
 

Overview for South Congress (SoCo), TX

50,479 people live in South Congress (SoCo), where the median age is 34.2 and the average individual income is $84,489. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

50,479

Total Population

34.2 years

Median Age

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$84,489

Average individual Income

Around South Congress (SoCo), TX

There's plenty to do around South Congress (SoCo), including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walking Score
65
Bikeable
Bike Score
50
Good Transit
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Austin Cocktails, Barstool Bites, and Kabab House.

Name Category Distance Reviews
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Dining 0.28 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.42 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining · $ 0.47 miles 3 reviews 3.7/5 stars
Dining · $ 0.52 miles 3 reviews 2.7/5 stars
Dining 0.52 miles 1 review 3/5 stars
Dining 0.82 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for South Congress (SoCo), TX

South Congress (SoCo) has 27,766 households, with an average household size of 1.75. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in South Congress (SoCo) do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 50,479 people call South Congress (SoCo) home. The population density is 5,760 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

50,479

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.2 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

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27,766

Total Households

1.75

Average Household Size

$84,489

Average individual Income

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Schools in South Congress (SoCo), TX

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The following schools are within or nearby South Congress (SoCo). The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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