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Chestnut Neighborhood
Historic East Austin Neighborhood With A Deeply Rooted Culture & An Excellent, Walkable Location!
The Chestnut neighborhood is a historic East Austin community with the majority of the neighborhood originally platted around the turn of the century. The neighborhood is in a fantastic location, with close proximity to downtown, UT, Huston-Tillotson College, as well as the MLK MetroRail Station. The street boundaries are generally considered Chicon to the west, the light rail train tracks to the east, MLK to the north, and 12th St. to the south. The Chestnut neighborhood planning area also includes the smaller Ulit and Glenwood neighborhood names within its boundaries, so we will include them in this neighborhood description as well.
The neighborhood consists of around 60 square blocks, or 180 acres and has many historic craftsman style homes. There are still fixer upper’s located here as well, and a lot of new construction with modern architecture has been built lately. Pricing is extremely varied, with small cottages that need a lot of work selling in the mid to upper $100’s, and larger new construction selling up to $600k. The majority of homes are in the mid $200’s to $400’s currently. Also, the Willow Branch Lofts & The Chestnut Commons Condos are located within the community boundaries as well.
While the neighborhood is changing due to a lot of new development, it still retains its character with a strong neighborhood culture and long time businesses & churches supporting the community. The Chestnut Neighborhood Revitalization Corporation was established in 2000 and works to address affordable housing in the area. The corporation has developed Franklin Gardens which supplies housing to low income seniors as well as The Chicon which will provide affordable mixed use condos with retail & commercial on the 1st floor.
The Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, as well as Rosewood Park are located in close proximity. Historic business such as the legendary Victory Grill, Sam’s BBQ, and Nubian Queen Lola’s are nearby. Also the popular 24/7Bennu Coffee is right there on MLK by the Willow Branch Lofts, as well as newer restaurants on E 11th St. like Franklin Barbeque, Blue Dahlia, and Hillside Farmacy.
The Chestnut neighborhood is a unique East Austin community with deep historic roots. The strong sense of culture, and the walkable location make this neighborhood a truly special place to live!
Helpful Links:
Chestnut Neighborhood Plan
UT-Chestnut Neighborhood Report
The Chicon-Community Page
Chestnut Neighborhood Homes For Sale
NEAR UT Campus, Baseball stadium, Erwin center, East Austin restaurants Ready to build Water line on property with meter. electric rack and no 2 meter currently install...
- 6035335 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
Rare opportunity to own a lot just minutes away from Downtown Austin! Lot dimensions per engineer: 48.82' X 65.5'. Lot is flat and cleared with access to alleyway along t...
- 5509518 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
Redevelopment opportunity of a lifetime! True urban living close to all the eclectic shops and eateries East Austin has to offer! Alley access and steps to neighborhood b...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 9238092 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
Redevelopment opportunity of a lifetime! True urban living close to all the eclectic shops and eateries East Austin has to offer! Alley access and steps to neighborhood b...
- 1557982 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
1812 Cedar sold with 1814 Cedar Ave. DOUBLE Lot Redevelopment Opportunity in 78702 at the corner of MLK and Cedar Ave. ZONED MIXED USE. (total list price $1.1M). 1814 Ced...
- 5228689 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
Lots of livable space in a 3/2 Classic East Austin House. Metro Rail in Walking Distance, 2 Car Garage and Large Carport. Nice Fixer Upper Home.
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 6726108 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
5-Star AEGB home on east Austin corner lot near MLK Cap MetroRail, bus stops, UT, Capitol, Mueller & Boggy Creek. 2-story w/10’ ceilings, stained concrete & generous wind...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 9220592 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
Location! Location! 2017 MX3 farmhouse designed condo with all of the bells and whistles. 3/2.5, approx 1,899 sqft. 3rd bedroom is professionally converted attic space. O...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3309078 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
1814 Cedar sold with 1812 Cedar Ave. DOUBLE Lot Redevelopment Opportunity in 78702 at the corner of MLK and Cedar Ave. ZONED MIXED USE. (total list price $1.1M). 1814 Ced...
- 2223395 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
The stunning home, nestled in a private cul de sac in one of the hottest locations in East Austin. The home has perfect flow for entertaining, which takes you from the ki...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 5895976 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
You might have seen this property before, but not like this. It has been redone with new upgrades! Larger island with waterfall counters, High-end Light Fixtures, and in-...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4171591 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
You might have seen this property before, but not like this. It has been redone with new upgrades! Larger island with waterfall counters, High-end Light Fixtures, and in-...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 5721294 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
Jaw dropping remodel!Completely taken down to studs w/new electrical, plumbing, HVAC&roof. Home features include grey faux wood flooring, ring doorbell w/camera, wifi ala...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3908289 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
DOUBLE Lot Redevelopment Opportunity in 78702 at the corner of MLK and Cedar Ave. ZONED MIXED USE. 1812 Cedar Ave to be sold with 1814 Cedar Ave (total list price $1.1M)....
- 4112903 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
East Austin redevelopment. Currently an artisan blacksmithing space with residence in the midst of residential redevelopment and commercial potential. Take over the art...
- 2433526 MLS
- 78702 Zip Code
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