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Francesca Hernandez-Singer
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Last Modified: January 9, 2026

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Georgetown Neighborhood Overview

Historic Squares And Sun-Baked Suburbs Collide

30of 33 Austin Neighborhoods

🧭Bordered by Sun City, Round Rock, Jarrell, and the San Gabriel River stretching wide

📌Best known for Victorian square charm, Blue Hole Park, and retirement communities

👕You can spot a Georgetown local by cowboy boots at farmers markets

👍It's possible to buy some of the best-preserved prewar architecture in the country

👎Move here for small-town vibes with suburban growth perks

✨The downside to Georgetown is summer heat baking limestone streets relentlessly

The overall feel is historic quaint expanding

Neighborhood Hotspots: Georgetown Square, Blue Hole Park, Monument Café, Inner Space Cavern

Georgetown is perfect for antique shopping and courthouse square strolls

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Moving to Georgetown - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Austin or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Austin guide for the big-picture view — or compare Georgetown against other parts of the city in our Austin neighborhood guide.