Gabardine is a neighborhood of townhome style condos and garden homes just south of Shady Hollow, with a lock and leave approach to home ownership. The condo section of Gabardine is slightly older with smaller floor plans. The garden homes resemble single family homes more, with brick and stone exteriors and larger floor plans. Both sections are free standing condos, so you won’t share any walls with your neighbors. There is also a small section of townhome style condos with garages, and those do share walls. Gabardine suits buyers who want the convenience of a condo without sacrificing privacy and who don’t want to do landscaping or exterior chores. Gabardine is in the Baranoff/Bailey/Bowie school zone. This guide covers the home styles and features of Gabardine along with nearby coffee, dining, workouts and activities. Scroll Down to Read our Gabardine Neighborhood Guide.
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Gabardine Neighborhood Map
Gabardine is located off Frate Barker Road at Brodie Lane. To get to Gabardine, take MoPac to Slaughter. Make a right on Brodie. Make a left on Frate Barker. Make a right at the entrance to Gabardine (first right). Gabardine is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Southwest Austin neighborhoods in our Southwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Gabardine neighborhood guide.
The Look and Feel of Gabardine
Gabardine is just south of Shady Hollow and has a lock and leave approach. Walkable streets are lined with stand-alone cottages, garden homes, and townhomes, with the low-maintenance perks of HOA-maintained exteriors.
- Stone-accented designs: Homes in Gabardine feature stone-accented exteriors and architectural details.
- Diverse layouts: Floorplans range from 2-bedroom condos to 3-bedroom units with bonus rooms and private offices.
- No shared walls in most homes: Unlike traditional condos, many units here are free-standing, giving you space and privacy.
More than a third of Gabardine is dedicated to open, green space. The community has private yards and pocket parks.
What It’s Like Living in Gabardine
Gabardine owners do not mow, trim, or make exterior repairs, since the HOA maintains the exteriors. Confirm what the HOA covers with the association. Gabardine is a gated community.
Highlights of daily life in Gabardine:
- Privacy in a gated community.
- Landscaping and green spaces maintained by the HOA.
- Located just south of Shady Hollow, for those who want a more hands-off lifestyle.
Gabardine is zoned to Austin ISD, including Bowie High School. Scroll down to continue reading our Gabardine neighborhood guide.
Community Amenities and Features
Gabardine has:
- Gated entrance
- HOA coverage of exterior maintenance (confirm what is covered with the HOA)
- Access to open parks and trails within the neighborhood
- Walkable streets
Why Buyers Choose Gabardine
Reasons buyers consider Gabardine, a lock and leave community in Southwest Austin:
- Location: Access to Frate Barker Rd, Brodie Ln, and SH-45 connects to Mopac and IH-35 for commutes to downtown or North Austin.
- Lifestyle: Gabardine is a lock and leave, garden home-style community in the Bowie High School zone, for those seeking low-maintenance living.
- Community: Gabardine is just south of Shady Hollow.
Commute Times and Transportation
Getting to and from Gabardine is straightforward:
- Downtown Austin: Around 25 minutes by car via Mopac or IH-35
- Tech corridors and major employers: Reachable within 20 to 35 minutes depending on traffic
- Shopping & groceries: HEB, Costco, and retail centers on Brodie Lane and Slaughter Lane are minutes away
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Gabardine Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin's Gabardine neighborhood is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.1767% as of the 2021 tax year.
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Gabardine HOA Dues
Gabardine has two rates: one for townhome-style units and one for stand-alone units.
| Gabardine Condominiums HOA - townhome-style units | $399 / monthly |
| Gabardine Condominiums HOA - stand-alone units | $535 / monthly |
Dues shown as reported and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. HOA fees, special assessments, and terms can change at any time. Buyers should confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Gabardine Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin's Gabardine neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Baranoff Elementary - 8/10
- Bailey Middle - 6/10
- Bowie High - 9/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of November 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
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Gabardine Sold Data - What Gabardine Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Gabardine and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Gabardine? How many homes are currently for sale in Gabardine? What’s the median sold price in Gabardine? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Gabardine? How’s the Gabardine market trending?
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Gabardine Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 2–3 beds, 2–3 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $357,500 |
| Price Range | $245,000 – $515,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $229 |
| Median Home Size | 1,725 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 69 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending September 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Gabardine Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Gabardine have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
Years with 5 or fewer sales may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 8 | $557,500 | — | $400,000–$721,000 | $306 | 1,884 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 7 days | 102% |
| 2023 | 4 | $422,000 | ▼ 24.3% | $355,000–$525,000 | $293 | 1,464 sq ft | 2bd/3ba | 69 days | 96% |
| 2024 | 5 | $515,000 | ▲ 22.0% | $403,000–$575,000 | $296 | 1,684 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 11 days | 100% |
| 2025 | 5 | $355,000 | ▼ 31.1% | $325,000–$494,000 | $280 | 1,710 sq ft | 3bd/2ba | 40 days | 99% |
| 2026 YTD | 11 | $360,000 | ▲ 1.4% | $245,000–$515,000 | $227 | 1,716 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 67 days | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Year-over-year change is calculated against the most recent prior year with recorded sales. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Gabardine Days on Market Trend
How fast are Gabardine homes selling? Here's a five-year look at how long homes sat on the market before going under contract, from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Avg Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 8 | 7 days | 12 days |
| 2023 | 4 | 69 days | 61 days |
| 2024 | 5 | 11 days | 16 days |
| 2025 | 5 | 40 days | 83 days |
| 2026 YTD | 11 | 67 days | 72 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Best Coffee Shops to Work or Relax Near Gabardine
Coffee shops near Gabardine for working from home or weekend catch-ups:
Polyphonic Coffee
Known for single-origin brews and Wi-Fi, for coworking or casual meetups.
Praxis Coffee Roasters
Known for pour-over coffee, with laptop-friendly seating and a relaxed, modern ambiance.
Drifters Social Coffee & Cocktails
Offers craft cocktails in the evenings.
Doxa Coffee Roasters (Buda)
A short drive south, with pastries, locally roasted beans, and a quieter workspace.
The Hive
An indoor/outdoor community spot south of Gabardine with creative events, play areas, and a specialty latte menu.
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Dining and Nightlife Favorites
Dining and nightlife near Gabardine include:
- Radfish - A modern seafood house.
- Moontower Saloon - Indoor-outdoor bar with food trucks, live music, and plenty of shade.
- Mi Ranchito - Tex-Mex.
- Brick’s Pub - A neighborhood pub featuring craft beers and bites.
- La Patroncita Mexicana - Known for homemade tortillas.
- Strut & Dorothy - Craft cocktails and small plates.
- Lustre Pearl South - A branch of the Austin bar Lustre Pearl, a short drive from Gabardine.
Keeping Active Gyms and Outdoor Fitness
Gyms near Gabardine include:
- CrossFit SoChac - A CrossFit gym for all levels.
- Training for Warriors - Functional strength and teamwork training.
- South Austin Fitness - A well-equipped local gym offering personal training and group classes.
- Free Your Fitness 24 - A 24-hour gym.
Outdoors: Gabardine has walking paths and pocket parks, and trailheads and greenbelts are minutes away.
Fun Things to Do Near Gabardine
- Explore South Austin’s parks and greenbelts for running, biking, and walking dogs.
- Catch live music at Moontower Saloon or enjoy community events at the Hive.
- Visit local farmer’s markets for fresh produce and artisan goods.
- Golf courses and disc golf parks nearby offer weekend escapes for sports fans.
- Frequent food truck parks and festivals abundant in the Southwest Austin area.
Move With Confidence in Gabardine
Gabardine offers low-maintenance, gated living in Southwest Austin, close to food, coffee, activities and Shady Hollow.
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Pros and Cons of Living in Gabardine
Pros
- Gabardine is a gated neighborhood of townhome style condos and garden homes just south of Shady Hollow, off Frate Barker Road at Brodie Lane.
- Most homes are free standing condos with no shared walls. A small section of townhome style condos with garages does share walls.
- Floorplans range from 2-bedroom condos to 3-bedroom units with bonus rooms and private offices.
- More than a third of Gabardine is dedicated to open, green space, with private yards and pocket parks.
- The HOA maintains the exteriors, so owners do not mow, trim, or make exterior repairs. Confirm what the HOA covers with the association.
- Downtown Austin is around 25 minutes by car via Mopac or IH-35.
- The median sale price over the past 12 months was $357,500 across 12 sales, with prices from $245,000 to $515,000.
- Zoned to Austin ISD schools: Baranoff Elementary (8/10), Bailey Middle (6/10), and Bowie High (9/10).
Cons
- HOA dues are $399 per month for townhome-style units and $535 per month for stand-alone units through Gabardine Condominiums HOA.
- Gabardine does not have a community pool.
- The yearly median days on market ranged from 7 to 69 days from 2022 to 2026, and the median over the past 12 months was 69 days.
- The median sale price was $557,500 in 2022 and $360,000 so far in 2026.
- The property tax rate is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% in 2024.
Who it fits: Gabardine fits buyers who want a gated, low-maintenance condo or garden home just south of Shady Hollow, with the HOA maintaining exteriors and Austin ISD zoning. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want a community pool, lower monthly HOA dues, or a detached home without condominium ownership may want to look at other Southwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gabardine
No. Gabardine does not have a community pool.
Gabardine has two HOA rates: $399 per month for townhome-style units and $535 per month for stand-alone units, through Gabardine Condominiums HOA. Confirm current dues and what they cover directly with the HOA before making an offer.
Gabardine is zoned to Austin ISD. Students will likely attend Baranoff Elementary (8/10), Bailey Middle (6/10), and Bowie High (9/10).
The property tax rate in Gabardine is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The rate was 2.1767% as of the 2021 tax year.
Yes. Gabardine is a neighborhood of townhome style condos and garden homes. The condo and garden home sections are free standing condos with no shared walls, and a small section of townhome style condos with garages does share walls. The HOA maintains the exteriors.
Gabardine is located off Frate Barker Road at Brodie Lane. From MoPac, take Slaughter, turn right on Brodie, turn left on Frate Barker, and turn right at the entrance to Gabardine (the first right).
The median sale price in Gabardine over the past 12 months (10/1/2025 to 9/30/2026) was $357,500 across 12 sales, with prices from $245,000 to $515,000, a median of 69 days on market, and a sale-to-list ratio of 98%. Yearly medians were $557,500 in 2022 (8 sales), $422,000 in 2023 (4 sales), $515,000 in 2024 (5 sales), $355,000 in 2025 (5 sales), and $360,000 so far in 2026 (11 sales).
Southwest Austin Realtors Specializing in Gabardine Homes
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Gabardine homes. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Gabardine, Rebecca and Raymond know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Gabardine and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
