2022 Best Places for Young Professionals in Texas

Old West Austin

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Visitor: We're in the hilly area. Plenty of wild life, great neighbors. Good services within 5 miles (hospital, grocers, doctor's offices)Read 4 Reviews

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• 7,401 Population

Old Enfield

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX

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• 2,707 Population

Downtown

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: I love living in Downtown Austin because it is so convenient to get to the things I want and need. The grocery stores are all around the edge of downtown so driving no more than 10 minutes away from any given point is awesome. I really like the transportation of bikes, scooters, and buses. Something that I would like to see change though is the fact that it is really hard to find a place to live that is not so expensive. It is such a great environment to live I wish more people could experience it!...Read 3 Reviews

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• 12,772 Population

Neartown - Montrose

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  29 reviews

Current Resident: Montrose is the best place we’ve ever lived. The area we’re in is the north part of Montrose (near River Oaks Shopping Center). It’s extremely safe and we can walk to just about anything. I think overall when people talk about crime, they’re really talking the Midtown areas or the pocket right around Westheimer & Montrose (the latter having drastically improved the past couple of years). I honestly don’t understand why those who can afford it choose to move elsewhere when you’ve got so much, so close...Read 29 Reviews

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• 33,811 Population

Bouldin Creek

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Current Resident: Bouldin is located not too far from Downtown Austin, but it does not feel as concrete and urban as downtown. There are still lots of trees, small pocket parks, and narrow roads. The city has recently made some of these roads "Health Streets" - e.g. only open to local traffic to make way for more cyclists and pedestrians. Many businesses along S. 1st St. have been around for a long time and use buildings that have been remodeled rather than rebuilt. However, as the city continues to grow I have definitely seen more high-rise apartment buildings pop up. I imagine in the next five years it will be more like South Lamar...Read 1 Review

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• 5,644 Population

Fourth Ward

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Nearby Resident: The proximity to highways, restaurants, airports, grocery stores, and entertainment is extremely convenient.Great history of the neighborhood. A lot of change coming with the new luxury apartments.Read 5 Reviews

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• 6,456 Population

Triangle State

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX

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• 3,282 Population

Museum Park

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  7 reviews

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• 8,023 Population

Galindo

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX

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• 3,726 Population

Midtown

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
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  Rating 4 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: Very central, modern, vibrant, walkable neighborhood with easy access to downtown, and most of Houston's freeways within a 5 minute drive. Plentiful nearby restaurants, nightlife. Large enough neighborhood to find a quieter corner. Close to Buffalo Bayou trails and few other small city/neighborhood parks. One or two really good schools nearby, but make sure to check zoning, as others are not good at all. Car crime is an everyday problem...Read 10 Reviews

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• 15,216 Population

Hyde Park

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  15 reviews

Current Resident: Hyde Park is awesome. It's walkable, quaint, pleasant. Neighbors are interesting and approachable. SO many walkable places for dinner, drinks, groceries, lunch, coffee. Historic sites like the Lizbet Ney Museum and cultural places like the Hyde Park Theater add to everyone's living experiences here. Brand new pool finished by the city in the summer of 2020. So easy to get anywhere in central Austin, yet most weekends we just hang in the neighborhood without having to drive anywhere. Hyde Park is an eclectic, artistic, homey community within a city...Read 15 Reviews

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• 7,654 Population

Greenland Hills

• Neighborhood in Dallas, TX

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• 7,614 Population

Central East Austin

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: Central East Austin offers a variety of options of food, entertain and outdoor to accommodate everyone.Read 11 Reviews

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• 9,541 Population

South Lamar

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4 out of 5  8 reviews

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• 9,736 Population

East Cesar Chavez

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX

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• 3,350 Population

Uptown

• Neighborhood in Dallas, TX
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  Rating 4 out of 5  22 reviews

Current Resident: Uptown is a busy neighborhood bordering many lively neighborhoods, including downtown Dallas, Deep Ellum, Knox-Henderson, and lower Greenville. In my experience, it has made for the perfect neighborhood for me, a 24-year-old woman, to live in. There are always people out and about, which makes the area feel safe, though there has been some crime in the neighborhood. I have yet to experience any sort of crime. Uptown is very walkable with many businesses, bars, restaurants, and shops in short proximity from my apartment. Overall, my experience with uptown has only been positive...Read 22 Reviews

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• 29,958 Population

Upper Boggy Creek

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

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• 7,194 Population

Chestnut

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX

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• 2,018 Population

Hancock

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 3.17 out of 5  6 reviews

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• 6,560 Population

Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
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  Rating 4 out of 5  7 reviews

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• 36,163 Population

Zilker

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: This is a vibrant neighborhood in the best part of the city, with really good schools, eclectic and fun neighborhoods, and access to the best social and cultural aspects of central Austin. It's far enough from downtown to be out of the frenzy, but close enough that residents can walk or bike to work on the hike and bike trails. Young family are everyplace, with top schools at all levels. South Lamar's hot restaurant scene is right in your lap, and you're a short walk from Barton Springs and Zilker Park. This is the best of Austin...Read 3 Reviews

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• 10,092 Population

North University

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  6 reviews

Current Resident: Living in central Austin, this is a generally quiet neighborhood in close proximity to down town, UT, and several grocery stores. It's full of lovely houses with character, laid back neighbors, and is great for hilly walks with the dog...Read 6 Reviews

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• 4,717 Population

Dawson

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

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• 3,054 Population

Greenway / Upper Kirby Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
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  Rating 4 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: This area is considered to be the "heart of the city." I've lived here for about 10 years (since 2009), and I love living in Greenway/Upper Kirby! My now ex-husband chose this neighborhood because it was close to where he worked. He moved here ahead of me to start work. I therefore moved here sight unseen. I couldn't have chosen a better place to live. I had spent most of my life in suburban Philadelphia before living here. I always wanted to live in the city. Urban areas in the US South are quite different than in the North. Although Greenway/Upper Kirby is definitely an urban area, it almost has a suburban feel. Yes, there's a ton of amenities--stores, restaurants, etc.--within walking distance. However, there are lots of trees and parks around, too. Because we're in the middle of Greenway Plaza, one of the city's largest commercial centers, it gets quiet at night after the offices empty. I think that what I love the most is that this neighborhood is a foodie's paradise...Read 11 Reviews

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• 29,043 Population

Brentwood

• Neighborhood in Austin, TX
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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: The only complaint I would have is housing issues. New condos, restaurants, and houses being built in old neighborhoods drives up rent and will make it harder for me to find a place when I move out.Read 3 Reviews

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• 11,045 Population