A subdivision of Cherrywood in east Austin, the French place neighborhood is a classic conglomeration of small businesses, a variety of living quarters, young families and single professionals.  With a population of nearly 5,500 residents, French Place is considered one of Austin’s older communities having been originally owned by the Giles family in the 1940’s.  Today, after decades of expansion and development, residents benefit from the wealth of nearby amenities, flourishing wildlife, and proximity to downtown.

Bordered by Wilshire Boulevard to the north, Manor Road to the south, Airport Boulevard to the east and Interstate 35 to the west, French Place is easily accessible from large highways and major roads.  Resident’s also have quick access to local restaurants, grocery stores, and retail shops.  Despite its location, the community remains a safe, “walking” neighborhood with fewer vehicles clogging the smaller, residential streets.  Houses are generally 2-bedroom, 1-bath with 900 to 1,200 sq. feet of living space and range anywhere between $150,000 and $250,000.

Privacy and comfort within the community are not all that attract young families to French Place.  The local A.I.S.D. public education system is a big benefit as well.   Young students attend Maplewood Elementary, Kealing Junior High School and McCallum High School. When not in school, neighborhood children can head to Alamo Parkland Recreation Center and Patterson Park for athletic activities of all kinds.