Dawson is the southern neighbor of the "SoCo" district in the heart of 78704. Featuring a very active homeowners association and almost 3,000 residents, this neighborhood prides itself on its local businesses and tight-knit community. The area gains its identity from Dawson Elementary School, which is named after Mary B. Dawson, the first South Austin public school principal.

Neighborhood data provided by Jennifer Korba, Realty Austin, 512-600-9721

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Towns on Cumberland

124 Cumberland Road

Year built: 2013–14

Number of units: 13

Square footage: 1,290–1,498 sq. ft.

Condo values: $322,000–$375,000

HOA dues: $190–$245/month

Schools: Dawson Elementary School, Fulmore Middle School, Travis High School

Property taxes (in dollars):

Austin ISD 1.2420

City of Austin 0.5027

Travis County 0.4946

Travis County Hospital District 0.1290

Austin Community College District 0.0949

Total (per $100 value)2.4632

Recent listings

Unit 103, $374,900, 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath, 1,494 sq. ft., Agent: Molly Ironmonger, 512-222-9795

Unit 301, $349,900, 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath, 1,498 sq. ft., Agent: Scott Wendell, 512-222-9795

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Recent listing

510 Lightsey St., $465,000, 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath, 1,963 sq. ft., Agent: Art Salinas, Real Estate Executives of Austin, 512-291-4743