Nearby Heart of Austin Homes featured neighborhoods include ...
Ashbrook ♦ Bauerle Ranch ♦ Castlewood Forest ♦ Davis Hill Estates ♦ Grand Oaks ♦ Independence ♦ Meadows at Double Creek ♦ Park Ridge ♦ Parkside at Slaughter Creek ♦ Sage Meadow ♦ Southbridge Villas ♦ Southpark Meadows ♦ Sweetwater Glen ♦ Tanglewood Oaks ♦ Taylor Estates ♦ Waterloo/Overland Park
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 Independence Subdivision ♦ Location ♦ South Austin
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MLS Area: 10N
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Zip Code: Austin, TX 78745
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Neighborhood Location: Independence is a quality new home community located off Manchaca Road between Stassney and William Cannon. The main entrance is at Independence Drive, just across the street from Garrison Park. There is a second entrance on the west side of the neighborhood at Amur Dr. from Westgate Blvd. and Blarwood Dr.
Use the interactive map in the Independence homes for sale section below to locate the Independence subdivision and to survey the area around it. The neighborhood also known as Independence Park.
Independence Austin ♦ Real Estate Market Activity ♦ 2008-2011
The data in the table below gives a limited look at home sales in the Independence subdivision. A high percentage of the over 120 home sales in Independence were made directly to home buyers by the builder. (Sales data for homes not listed and sold through the Austin MLS is not available.)
INDEPENDENCE SOUTH AUSTIN ♦ Real Estate Market Data ♦ 2008-2011
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Year
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# of Homes Sold
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Median Sales Price
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Avg. Sales Price
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Sales Price Range
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Avg. Days on Mkt.
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Age of Homes Sold
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Sq. Ft. of Homes Sold
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2008
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7
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$232,500
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$235,584
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$228,000-$263,990
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60
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2007 to 2008
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1,750 to 2,245
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2009 |
8 |
$214,090 |
$218,578 |
$204,990-$239,960 |
69 |
2007 to 2008 |
1,360 to 2,560 |
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2010 |
15 |
$241,570 |
$239,136 |
$210,000-$274,295 |
66 |
2007 to 2010 |
1,259 to 2,245 |
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2011 |
36 |
$255,013 |
$248,704 |
$200,000-$286,850 |
54 |
2007 to 2011 |
1,259 to 2,450 |
Real Estate Market Data from the Austin Board of Realtors, 1/1/08 - 12/31/11.
Features ♦ Independence Park Subdivision ♦ South Austin
Independence ♦ Subdivison Development
The development of Independence by Newmark Homes began in 2007. When completed it will have a total of 233 single-family homes. Over half of the units have been sold in mid-May 2011.
Since August of 2009, the subdivision is being developed by Scott Felder Homes, a longtime player in Austin real estate. Scott Felder has also taken over the development of the Meadows at Double Creek, also in South Austin.
Independence Subdivision ♦ Homes ♦ Homeowners Association (HOA)
The homes in Independence Park are actually single-family detached condominiums. The homeowners own the building and the land beneath it, and are responsible for upkeep of the condo and the back yard. The Independence condo association (HOA) takes care of the front and side yards of the homes and other common areas of the subdivision. Fees in May 2011 were $80/month.
 In May 2011, there are 6 different home models available in Independence. They have from 1,265 to 2,223 sq. ft. of living space and range in base price from $221,990 to $260,990. Plans and prices may change.
Independence Park homes have a classic style reminiscent of a day gone by when homes had front porches. They are painted in various pastel shades. The old style is not evident in the interior features of the homes. They are thoroughly modern homes with many standard features including granite countertops and ceramic backsplashes in the kitchens, 8' inside doors, front and side sprinkler systems, and energy efficiency features that include Low E2 windows, 14.0 SEER efficiency Carrier A/C systems, and radiant barrier roof decking. The homes have single car garages. Parking on the wide streets of Independence is allowed only on one side of the street.
Independence ♦ Neighborhood Features
Independence has a lengthy running and walking trail that runs through its middle, and a lovely pond and water feature at the main entrance. The neighborhood is beautified by its many trees, well-kept Bermuda lawns and manicured wide streets.
The City of Austin's Garrison Park is located just across Manchaca Road from Independence Park. Its features include a large swimming pool, picnic facilities and play equipment for kids.
Video Tour ♦ Independence Subdivision Austin
The video below is designed to give you an introductory tour of the Independence Park Subdivision in Austin. Click on the image to begin. Enjoy!
Public Schools for Students ♦ Austin's Independence Park
The children of residents of the Independence subdivision learn the 3 R's in schools operated by the Austin Independent School District (AISD). The schools assigned to this neighborhood for the 2011-12 school year are:
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Elementary School: Cunningham (Grades K-5 ♦ 2200 Berkley Avenue, Austin, TX 78745 ♦ 512/414-2067)
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Middle School: Covington (Grades 6-8 ♦ 3700 Convict Hill Rd., Austin, TX 78749 ♦ 512/414-3276)
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High School: Crockett (Grades 9-12 ♦ 5601 Manchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78745 ♦ 512/414-2532)
Parents and potential home owners should verify school assignments with AISD since they can be modified from time to time.
Independence Austin ♦ Homes for Sale
The home search below displays the current MLS listings of homes (condos) for sale in the Independence neighborhood. Call me at 512.913.1557 for more information on homes in Independence or to make an appointment to view homes in Independence. Some properties may not map correctly.
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