Central allandale By Jackie Potts

Copperfield

These connections allow for more than just access to shopping - though the shopping and entertainment options in the area are vast and growing. Once you've entered one of these major thoroughfares, you're literally minutes from downtown, Georgetown and Cedar Park. Groundbreaking on the subdivision began in 1982 when the area was sparsely populated and there were few shops or businesses. Since that time, the region has grown into a hotbed of commerce and industry that's recast the once sleepy outpost into a highly desired central location. Residents now love being mere minutes from downtown, but still far enough from the hustle and bustle of big city life. You just can't beat this winning combination.

Its prime location is arguably Copperfield's biggest draw, but the affordability of the homes ranks a close second. Craig Allen of The Allen-Lancaster Company says, "The major attraction is that you can get a lot of home for the money. The subdivision is composed of different sections that are distinguished by the years they were built. Many of the older homes have been updated, which is appealing to many first time homebuyers." Though most of the homes were built in the '80s, new construction continued up through 2003 to keep up with demand, thus the distinct locations and home styles. Because the area has been established for some time, the trees, foliage and landscaping have matured into lush fullness. Besides the obvious aesthetic benefit, the full-blown greenery provides shade that becomes critically important during Austin's sweltering summer months. The houses themselves average 1,388 square feet with a mean price of $86.44 per square foot that brings current home prices in the area to roughly $120,000. Electric utilities, water and wastewater are provided by the City of Austin, and gas service comes from TXU Gas.

An important consideration for people looking to buy a home and start a family is the quality of schools serving the neighborhood. Though located in Austin proper, Copperfield lies in the Pflugerville Independent School District. To the uninitiated, Pflugerville ISD has earned a "Recognized" rating from the Texas Education Agency for the third consecutive year. Outstanding achievement in 2001 TAAS testing earned four campuses in Pflugerville ISD an "Exemplary" and nine campuses a "Recognized" rating for 2001-2002.

The highly acclaimed schools that Copperfield students attend include Pflugerville Elementary, Dessau Middle School and Connally High School.

So, there's Dell and Samsung, shopping and restaurants, great schools and affordable homes, quiet streets and easy access to downtown. Could you ask for anything more? What about a greenbelt and a sprawling metropolitan park? Would you like that? Well, Copperfield boasts those things, too. The Big Walnut Creek Greenbelt and Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park are central to the neighborhood and one of the highlights of living there. Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park, with a swimming pool, three softball fields, six miles of hike and bike trails, a basketball court, a volleyball court, 41 picnic tables, a barbeque grill, a picnic pavilion and an outdoor facility that may be reserved for family and neighborhood gatherings allows Copperfield residents to stay in the neighborhood when most others have to make the trek to far-flung Zilker.

Zone: NC
MLS Area: NE

Zip Code 78753

The Copperfield neighborhood is close both to high-tech companies and a greenbelt. It also allows for easy access to IH35, 183 and Mopac Expressway, making it easy access to shopping, parks and downtown.