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Sunset Valley

A unique, self-contained city enclave combining approachable housing, premier shopping centers, and central access to all of Austin.

Property Listings

Pending
MLS® 5258301

$1,200,000

20 Reese DR, Sunset Valley, TX 78745
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,500 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 8407138

$849,000

14 Lone Oak TRL, Sunset Valley, TX 78745
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,718 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 6489769

$599,000

7 Pillow RD, Sunset Valley, TX 78745
For Lease
MLS® 4956983

$3,150

37 PILLOW RD, Austin, TX 78745
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,666 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
MLS® 1026557

$3,000

4910 W Highway 290 Highway # 210, Austin, TX 78735
29,161 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
MLS® 9886227

$3,000

737 Oakdale DR, Sunset Valley, TX 78745
4 Beds 2 Baths 2,328 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome To Sunset Valley

A small city with a big location.
 

The Vibe

Sunset Valley punches well above its weight. This tiny incorporated city — just 0.6 square miles — sits at the nexus of MoPac, Brodie Lane, and William Cannon, putting residents within 15 minutes of downtown Austin, the airport, and some of the best shopping in Southwest Austin. The Sunset Valley Marketfair and Arbor Trails shopping centers mean residents rarely need to go far for anything. A handful of established neighborhoods surround the commercial core, offering surprising affordability and genuine convenience.
 

What to Love

  • One of Austin's most convenient locations — MoPac, Brodie, and 71 all meet here
  • The Sunset Valley Marketfair — an outdoor shopping district with Trader Joe's, Target, and more
  • Some of Austin's best retail density including REI, Best Buy, and specialty stores
  • Proximity to the Barton Creek Greenbelt and Slaughter Creek Trail
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport accessible in 20–25 minutes
  • The small-city governance means lower property tax rates than Austin ISD addresses

The Real Estate

Sunset Valley's residential pockets offer some of the best value in the inner southwest Austin area — established homes at competitive prices, served by strong Austin ISD schools, with extraordinary commercial convenience built in. It's a practical buyer's dream, increasingly appreciated as the broader market has priced buyers out of closer-in options.
 
Price Range: $400K – $900K
 
Home Styles: 1970s–90s single-family homes, traditional ranch styles, some newer infill
 

Schools

Austin ISD
 
Patton Elementary (PK–5) well-regarded neighborhood school
 
Small Middle School (6–8)
 
Austin High School or Bowie High School (9–12) verify by specific address
 

Eats & Coffee

  • Trader Joe's — the beloved grocery store many Austinites built their routines around
  • A growing dining scene at Sunset Valley Marketfair and Arbor Trails
  • Alamo Drafthouse nearby for dinner and a movie
  • Easy access to South Austin's full restaurant corridor via MoPac

Parks & Outdoors

The Slaughter Creek Trail and Barton Creek Greenbelt are accessible nearby. Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool are a short MoPac drive. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is minutes away. The location makes accessing all of Austin's outdoor amenities exceptionally efficient.
 

The Hidden Gem

Sunset Valley's independent city status actually comes with a practical perk: because it's incorporated separately from Austin, property tax rates can differ in favorable ways from comparable Austin addresses. It's a detail worth understanding before you buy.
 
"Sunset Valley is one of those neighborhoods that experienced buyers keep in their back pocket. The location is genuinely unbeatable — you can get anywhere in Austin efficiently from here. And the prices still make sense in a market where a lot doesn't."
 
— John Blackman, Heart of Austin Homes
 

Overview for Sunset Valley, TX

713 people live in Sunset Valley, where the median age is 53 and the average individual income is $94,356. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

713

Total Population

53 years

Median Age

High

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

$94,356

Average individual Income

Around Sunset Valley, TX

There's plenty to do around Sunset Valley, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

41
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
66
Bikeable
Bike Score
33
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Mellow Soul, Harry Downing Fitness, and Chika at Ignite Fitnez.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
The Mellow Soul Logo
Active 3.12 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Harry Downing Fitness Logo
Active 2.46 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Chika at Ignite Fitnez Logo
Active 3.69 miles 9 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Beau Visage Aesthetic Center by Anthony R. Bittar, MD Logo
Beauty 2.56 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Caramel Tan Logo
Beauty 4.55 miles 24 reviews 5/5 stars
Brit Paige studio Logo
Beauty 4.61 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sunset Valley, TX

Population Households Employment

Sunset Valley has 305 households, with an average household size of 2.32. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sunset Valley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 713 people call Sunset Valley home. The population density is 511 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

713

Total Population

High

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

53 years

Median Age

48 / 52%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
305

Total Households

2.32

Average Household Size

$94,356

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Sunset Valley, TX

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Sunset Valley. 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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Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Sunset Valley

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