Bridges at Bear Creek: Living the Good Life in Austin’s Sweet Spot
Newcomers to Austin look for location, convenience, a sense of community and good schools. Bridges at Bear Creek has all of those things. Just 20 minutes south of the city and a 25-minute drive from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, this neighborhood is “away from it all” while being within easy access to amenities only the city can offer.
The winding stone fencing along the east and west sides of Brodie Lane leads to the entrances of this attractive community of homes. Just south of the established Shady Hollow neighborhood, the new construction of Bridges at Bear Creek features upscale stone and stucco homes with tasteful architectural detail in stonework, arched entryways, woodgrained garage doors and more.
Development of Bridges at Bear Creek began in 2008 and continues today with homes that range from 2,010 to 4,400 square feet of living space. The typical Texas single-story ranch designs blend with two-story floor plans featuring high ceilings, covered patios and outdoor kitchens. These homes are family-friendly with open spaces and large yards. Lots range from the standard 50-foot wide lots to lots over an acre.
“This is a nice place to live,” says new resident John Pousson. “We relocated from the downtown area to be closer to family, and we love this area.”
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Contact MaureenConvenient Location, Nearby Parks and Highly Rated Schools
The residents in Bridges in Bear Creek not only have great restaurants and easy access to Austin, they also live near some of the most beautiful parks and countryside in the Austin area.
Just moments away from the homes in Bridges at Bear Creek, the Slaughter Creek at Twin Oaks Greenbelt offers 37.49 acres of green space. The greenbelt features a number of criss-crossing trails throughout the park, which features a pond and remnants of what was once a working ranch.
Secluded and uncrowded, the 344-acre Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park is popular with outdoor enthusiasts and only about 10 minutes away from the nieghborhood. The city park provides opportunities for a wide variety of activities, from disc golf to fishing, horseback riding and soccer, to tennis, basketball and volleyball. The park is also a favorite destination for birders: the colorful Painted Bunting nests in its trees.
Homeowners are also attracted to the neighborhood’s well-regarded schools. Students living here attend Austin Independent School District’s Baranoff Elementary School, Bailey Middle School and Bowie High School. Baranoff Elementary received the acclaimed “Exemplary” ranking from the Texas Education Agency (TEA), while Bailey Middle School has been rated “Recognized” and Bowie High School has been rated “Academically Acceptable.”
The Sweet Spot of Quality, Convenience and Value
Homes in the Bridges at Bear Creek are built with well-designed floor plans with modern features and upscale finishes. Lawns are beautifully landscaped with thoughtfully chosen local plants and flowering shrubs, and streets are wide and have ample, well-lit sidewalks. All of this makes for a neighborhood that is gracious and elegant.
The community sits in a sweet spot with easy access to Mopac and the I-35 corridor, Austin’s major north/south transportation routes. This neighborhood attracts many newcomers. Nearby shopping and dining as well as excellent schools make this area highly desirable for homeowners wanting a newly constructed home in a great location.
“We are very satisfied here,” says Pousson. “It’s a great neighborhood.”
