Pemberton Heights

Beautiful homes in an affluent community.

Welcome to Pemberton Heights

Pemberton Heights is an elegant residential area near Central Austin, just north of Downtown. It’s known as a high-end, affluent community with an extensive legacy of being home to some of Austin’s most influential residents. The neighborhood is also part of the Old West Austin Historic District and the nearby communities of Old Enfield and Bryker Woods. Thanks to its array of gorgeous homes, including everything from classic 20th-century bungalows to Spanish Colonial Revivals and Tudor mansions, Pemberton Heights has established itself as Austin’s premier living community for those with refined tastes seeking to live near all of the best dining, shopping, and entertainment the city has to offer. Just a short drive to UT Austin, Downtown, and South Austin, the area is perfect for those who want an easy commute and access to an urban lifestyle. Still, with the kind of large homes and sprawling grounds one can expect only from properties in a more distant suburb. Pemberton Heights is a fantastic choice if you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind home in a prestigious community.

What to Love

  • One of Austin’s most prestigious communities.
  • A traditional neighborhood feel, with gorgeous streets and a close-knit sensibility.
  • Close to everything Austin has to offer: Downtown, UT, South Austin and more.
  • Beautiful, architecturally distinct homes with large properties and tons of character.
  • Over 20 historic homes and properties right in your neighborhood.
  • Some of the best restaurants and bars in the city are just a short walk or ride away.

People & Lifestyle

Residents of Pemberton Heights often move here in search of a high-end suburban feel. They spend their days enjoying its walkable, tree-lined streets and venturing out to nearby communities like Tarrytown to enjoy charming cafés, parks, and the beautiful shoreline of Lake Austin. For a more trendy and exciting atmosphere, the popular shopping and dining of West Campus are right next door. In Pemberton Heights, the best of Austin is right at your doorstep.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Pemberton Heights’ convenient location gives you access to some of Austin’s most beloved dining and shopping districts. In nearby Tarrytown, you’ll find charming coffee shops and refined restaurants dotted along the shoreline of Lake Austin, like popular café Mozart’s and Tex-Mex favorite Hula Hut.
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Just east of Pemberton Heights is West Campus, where many hip restaurants and shops are located. Indie bookstore Malvern Books is popular for its community-oriented feel and events, while Buffalo Exchange is a trendy clothing shop for bargain hunters. When you’re ready for a great meal, try El Patio, a family-owned restaurant serving excellent Mexican dishes, and finish off with a delicious dessert at Polkadots Bakery.

Things to Do

Pemberton Heights is surrounded by great cultural, artistic, and historic features to explore.

On a nearby strip of Guadalupe Street known as The Drag, you’ll find many trendy shops and restaurants along with Taco DeliDirty Martin's Place, and Counter Café, a staple of Austin’s music scene that hosts a variety of great acts. You can learn about Austin and Texas history at the Neill-Cochran House Museum, which features era-accurate living quarter displays alongside historic and artistic exhibitions.

​​​​​​​When you want to spend time outdoors, head to nearby Lake Austin to enjoy the water, spend a day at Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve, or play a round of golf on the picturesque greens of the Lions Municipal Golf Course.

School

Pemberton Heights is part of the Austin Independent School District, which offers public and private options including:

  • Casis Elementary School
  • Good Shepherd Episcopal School
  • O’Henry Middle School
  • Rawson Saunders School
  • St. Andrew’s Episcopal Lower and Middle School
  • Stephen F. Austin High School
  • The Girls’ School of Austin
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Overview for Pemberton Heights, TX

1,385 people live in Pemberton Heights, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $110,284. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,385

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$110,284

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Pemberton Heights, TX

Pemberton Heights has 495 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Pemberton Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,385 people call Pemberton Heights home. The population density is 7,187.096 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,385

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48

Median Age

52.49 / 47.58%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
495

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$110,284

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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