Onion Creek, Austin, TX
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Onion Creek Neighborhood Guide Austin, TX

About

Onion Creek is a vibrant, suburban neighborhood located in South Austin, Texas. Nestled beside the scenic Onion Creek Metropolitan Park, this area offers stunning nature trails and green spaces. It's conveniently situated with easy access to Interstate 35, making it a hassle-free commute to downtown Austin. A unique feature of this area is the Onion Creek Club, weaving through the community with its world-class golf course and tennis courts.

What You Will Love about Onion Creek

  • Residents love access to the high-rated Onion Creek Club with its championship golf course, year-round tennis, and fitness facilities.
  • The close-knit community vibe mixed with a suburban feel make it an inviting place for families and retirees alike.
  • The area boasts many natural green spaces and parks, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Its proximity to downtown Austin allows you to enjoy city life benefits without foregoing the suburban tranquility.

What's Nearby

Onion Creek is a short drive from downtown Austin, offering a myriad of entertainment, dining, and shopping options. It's also near the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, catering to frequent travelers. Southpark Meadows, a large shopping center featuring big-name retailers and eateries, is just minutes away.

Lifestyle

In Onion Creek, residents enjoy a relaxed suburban lifestyle enriched by outdoor activities, thanks to its well-maintained parks and recreational facilities. The neighborhood offers diverse dining options and shopping spots, implying an active social scene. Families benefit from access to good schools within the Austin Independent School District.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 78 restaurants, 19 grocery stores, and 9 parks within a mile of the Onion Creek neighborhood.

  • SHOPPING
    Sam's Club

    Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store

    0.9 miles

    9900 S Interstate 35

  • GROCERY
    Reel Popcorn

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.0 mile

    9600 S Interstate 35

  • GROCERY
    Cedar Food Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.1 miles

    729 E Slaughter Ln

  • SHOPPING
    Southpark Meadows

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    1.1 miles

    9500 S Interstate 35

  • GROCERY
    Orange Brokerage Company

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.2 miles

    307 E FM 1626

  • SHOPPING
    Target

    Retail, Big Box Store

    1.3 miles

    9500 S Interstate 35

Onion Creek Apartments and Rentals

331 Rental properties in Onion Creek, Austin, TX.

  • Southpark Crossing property

    $1,067+

    Southpark Crossing

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    625–1075 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • River Valley property

    Contact for Price

    River Valley

    1–4 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    842–1480 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • 3600 Capitol View property

    $1,341+

    3600 Capitol View

    1–4 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    742–1509 Sqft

    Available 9/19

  • 9205 Pioneer Forest Dr Austin TX 78744 property

    $2,100

    9205 Pioneer Forest Dr Austin TX 78744

    3 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    2217 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 5501 Raphael Cv property

    $2,390

    5501 Raphael Cv

    3 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    2051 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 10505 S I-35 Frontage Rd property

    $1,614

    10505 S I-35 Frontage Rd

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    813 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
23.8%
6.4%
utilities
6.1%
3.6%
food
0.5%
2.5%
transportation
2.3%
9%
healthcare
0.1%
2.4%

Onion Creek Demographics

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Onion Creek Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Busy Streets

    Yes

    Say 1 of 2 renters

Onion Creek Transportation

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Car-Dependent

30/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Somewhat Bikeable

34/100
Bike Score®

Onion Creek Schools

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