What BestPlaces Users Say about Austin
Austin, Texas is a rapidly growing city known for its vibrant music scene, outdoor activities, and booming tech industry. With a diverse population and a thriving economy, many people are flocking to this city to live and work. However, as with any place, there are both positive and negative aspects to living in Austin. In order to better understand the experiences of those who have lived in this city, I have gathered a variety of user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, there are many positive aspects to living in Austin. One user, Grace, shares that "Austin has a great sense of community and a friendly atmosphere. People are generally laid back and open-minded, making it easy to make new friends." Another user, John, praises the city's job market, stating that "Austin offers a wide range of job opportunities, especially in the tech industry. I was able to find a job in my field within a few weeks of moving here." Additionally, user Lily highlights the city's vibrant culture, saying that "there is always something fun to do in Austin, whether it's attending a music festival, trying out a new restaurant, or exploring the city's beautiful parks."
On the other hand, there are also some negative aspects mentioned by users about living in Austin. One user, Mike, expresses his frustration with the city's traffic, stating that "the traffic in Austin is a nightmare, especially during rush hour. It can be stressful and time-consuming to get around." Another user, Samantha, mentions the high cost of living in Austin, saying that "rent prices and property taxes are constantly on the rise, making it difficult for some people to afford to live here." User David brings up an important issue, stating that "while Austin is a diverse city, there are also issues with gentrification and displacement of longtime residents in certain areas."
In conclusion, many user reviews on BestPlaces.net highlight the positive aspects of living in Austin, such as its sense of community, job opportunities, and vibrant culture. However, there are also some challenges and drawbacks mentioned, such as traffic, cost of living, and issues with gentrification. Overall, these user reviews provide valuable insights for anyone considering a move to Austin, allowing them to weigh the pros and cons and make an informed decision for themselves.
based on 449 ReviewsGet to know Austin with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Austin
Not the place - 5/13/2006
Austin is NOT the place to live if you are not Caucasian or Hispanic. There is nothing here to do for anyone of another ethnicity. The natives treat anyone of outside races like outsiders. Extremely prejudiced. Not welcoming at all!! Don't move here. You'll be better off in HELL!!! Can't wait to
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Moved here in Jan. and loving it - 5/13/2006
We moved to Austin in Jan. and absolutely love it here. We live in the norht east part of Round Rock. We live in the community called Terra Vista. We have a Troon golf course, club house and swimming pool/tot pool. Back home our communities didn't have as many amenities.
This part of Round Rock is just starting to be developed. There is an outlet mall and Ikea being built at our exit. I'm pretty excited about living in an area that is developing because property values can only go up.
As far as the drive to Austin. There is traffic but it does move. I'ld say it takes about 1/2 hour or so.
Georgetown is really cute! I just saw their downtown yesterday it sprawls for blocks not like the one block in Round Rock.
Good luck to all you
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Down Home Charm - 5/7/2006
We moved to Austin, Texas in May 2003 from the San Francisco Bay Area. We were looking for a change because we were tired of the Bay Area. It'd gotten too expensive, crowded and stressful.
Austin is a great city. The people are friendly and it's incredibly dog-friendly. I don't have any regrets about moving here. That said, the two major drawbacks are the heat in the summer and lack of reliable public transportation. You'd think coming from the BA I'd be used to driving a lot but I drive more here than I have in my 20+ years driving in CA. Go
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Great Place to Live, Work, Play - 5/2/2006
If you need help with your relocation needs, please feel free to contact me. I am a liscensed Realtor who has been working in the industry for over 22 years. I would love to help make your move as pleasant as possible, and to help you find your dream home.
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Great Place to Live, Work, Play - 5/2/2006
If you need any help with relocating to the Austin area, please feel free to contact me. I have been in the Real Estate Business for 22 years, and would love to help you find your dream home!
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California to Austin - 5/1/2006
My husband daughter and I are considering relocating to Austin from the San Francisco Bay Area. Was considering Steiner Ranch, Round Rock and Cedar Park. We will be empty nesters soon, our little one is off to UT. Would like a neighborhood with a mixture of families and single adults. Interested in night life and recreation. Would like to know if anyone has made the move from California and what they think of Austin. We've been told it's not like any other city in Texas, much better. Ethnic diversity is extremely important to us. All information is greatly
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Live music capital - 4/25/2006
Yes; there are a ton of venues in Austin for a town of its size. I'm sure larger cities have just as many, but Austin is special in that can boast of a diverse group of venues when compared to cities like Houston or Dallas. I can say that Austin is a good move for the most part. Compared to the rest of TX, Austin is an oasis removed from hick Texas. I'm ready to leave Austin mainly because the allergies here are completely debilitating. Culture wise for ethnicity, you will find a little bit of everything and that is due to the fact that high tech here draws a diverse crowd. If you need info about Austin, hit me up at pnelms@yahoo.com. In return, we're moving to Richmond, VA; I hope someone could give me the goods on that
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Relocation Advice-Austin - 4/25/2006
Any advice for young, childless (for noW) couple - he'll be going to UT - she's got a masters in special ed but years exp as bank teller. Neighborhood info - esp those to avoid - is greatly
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Austin info - 4/24/2006
My son and his wife plan to move to Austin later this year after he gets out of the service. Plans to attend UT Austin...and wife a special ed teacher. Residential area (apartment - but not all college kids) "close" to Univ and good school district best, but neighborhood quality matters. Grandbabies may be sooner in future than son's degree!
Any suggestions as to which direction from UT Austin to start from or avoid would be appreciated. azsuemac "at" yahoo.com. Thanks.
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Reclocating from Tucson to Austin - 4/24/2006
Lived in Tucson from late 70s to 2002. I miss it! Looking for information for my son and his wife - they are planning to move to Austin later this year when he leaves the Army. He plans to attend UT Austin and d-i-l has masters in special ed (early primary grades.) Ideal location would be "close" to both of course...they hope not to have to get a second car right away. But quality of area very important. Since I'll be visiting alot (!)...and grandbabies may be closer in the future than son's graduation...I think more of a mixed area rather than college is they way to go.
Any assistance/suggestions are greatly appreciated.
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