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Francesca Hernandez-Singer
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Last Modified: January 9, 2026

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Hyde Park Neighborhood Overview

Bungalows, Bicycles, And Quirky Front-Yard Shrines

🧭Bordered by 38th Street, Guadalupe, 51st Street, and Duval meandering north

📌Best known for historic bungalows, coffee shops, and quirky yard art

👕The neighborhood stereotype is grad students biking with overflowing tote bags

👍Family-friendly eateries and wide-open green spaces meet casual college culture

👎Move here for leafy streets, local cafes, and homey vintage charm

Don't say we didn't warn you about landlords charging modern rent for retro digs

The overall feel is historic shady laidback

Neighborhood Hotspots: Quack's Bakery, Hyde Park Bar & Grill, Shipe Park

Hyde Park is perfect for porch swings under towering pecan trees

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Moving to Hyde Park - 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 Hyde Park against other parts of the city in our Austin neighborhood guide.