Well-established and highly sought after, Allandale is considered one of Austin’s top neighborhoods. With its mature trees providing shady streets lined with ranch-style homes on manicured lawns, it’s easy to see why so many seek this park-like community. But its proximity to all things Austin – from the museums, theaters, and music venues downtown to the University of Texas at Austin – make it even more desirable.
Long before it became the trendy, sought-after neighborhood it is today, Allandale was part of an 1841 land grant to George W. Davis as a reward for his part in the Battle of San Jacinto. This early history is reflected in the Davis Family Cemetery, a historic cemetery, located off Vine Street. Other noteworthy locations include Beverly S. Sheffield Park, a large park with picnic tables, ball courts, and a playground, and the Northwest Recreation Center.
