Central allandale By Jackie Potts

Battle Bend Springs

Proximity to downtown is often billed as a selling point for Austin area neighborhoods, but only a drive in rush-hour traffic can measure the true accuracy of such a claim. Battle Bend Springs, a close-knit south Austin community established in the 1970s, is that rare slice of neighborhood quiet just minutes from Austin's vibrant downtown. Located on a tree-covered plot of land bordered by Interstate 35, South Congress Ave., Stassney Lane and St. Elmo, Battle Bend Springs is a secluded oasis of tranquility located just a few traffic lights from the sights and sounds of downtown Austin.

"It's close-in and conveniently located," says Gerry Vanover, GRI, ABR with Coldwell Banker United Realtors. "It's got easy access to employers, downtown and area grocery stores. It's an older neighborhood so it's got mature trees."

Joan Costello, CRS with Keller Williams Realty and a longtime resident of Battle Bend Springs said school teachers, retired military personnel and working class families with kids comprise a large portion of the community. "A lot of our buyers are the children and some grandchildren of the original owners," says Costello. "It's like a small-town neighborhood."

Many homes in Battle Bend Springs feature large back yards - some even back to stretches of greenbelt and Williamson Creek. Average square footage is 1,300. The neighborhood, which was once on the edge of the city limits and surrounded by cow pastures, is tended to by a 30-year-old neighborhood association.

Neighborhood activities include holiday decoration awards, holiday basket delivery, greenbelt Easter egg hunt, semi-annual neighborhood garage sales, newsletter distribution and various gatherings for special activities. "The neighbors here care for one another," Costello says. "They're friendly, caring people." As for it's location, Costello says, "it's especially good for people who work in San Marcos. It's a good location for anyone traveling south."

The southern boundary of Battle Bend is Battle Bend Blvd, western boundary is Suburban Dr, northern boundary is Fort Mason, and east to IH35. The neighborhood, which offers two nearby parks and stretches of greenbelt, was established in the early 1970s. Today, Battle Bend Springs is occupied by working class families and is considered close to downtown.

Schools Austin Independent School District Galindo Elementary Porter Junior High Travis High

Amenities Battle Bend Park Williamson Creek Greenbelt

Resources Search articles mentioning Battle Bend Springs in the Austin American-Statesman's archives. Find area restaurants on Austin360

Zone: South

Zip Code 78745

Neighborhood activities include holiday decoration awards, holiday basket delivery, greenbelt Easter egg hunt, semi-annual neighborhood garage sales, newsletter distribution and various gatherings for special activities.

Zone: South

Zip Code 78745