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Alister Sunset Valley: South Austin Neighborhood Guide

  Alister Sunset Valley: Living in South Austin’s Brodie Lane Neighborhood Located at 6607 Brodie Lane, Alister Sunset Valley is an apartment community that places you right in the heart of South Austin. Positioned conveniently along the north-south corridor of Brodie Lane—and just minutes from US Highway 290 and the MoPac Expressway—living here means you are always close to grocery stores, popular dining spots, comprehensive retail centers, and beautiful Texas trails. What apartment homes and amenities are available at Alister Sunset Valley? Alister Sunset Valley pairs its vibrant South Austin setting with excellent onsite recreation spaces and premium apartment finishes.   Feature Details Floor Plans Ranging from 655 to 1,367 square feet. One- and two-bedroom layouts available, with dens included in select two-bedroom homes. Apartment Features Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and built-in smart-home technology. Community Amenities A swimming pool and spa, a 24-hour fitness studio, pickleball courts, sand volleyball courts, and basketball courts. Pet Policy Up to two pets permitted per home (120-pound weight limit per pet). The community features an onsite pet park and pet spa. Restrictions and fees apply. Which everyday grocery businesses are closest? Running errands is easy with several major grocery and service options concentrated just down the road along Brodie Lane and West William Cannon Drive. Brodie Lane H-E-B (0.2 miles away) : Located at 6900 Brodie Lane, this store offers grocery pickup, delivery, a pharmacy, and a pharmacy drive-through. Desi Brothers & Man Pasand Grocery (0.3 miles away) : Two great local grocery options just down the street. Whole Foods Market at Arbor Trails (0.8 miles away) : Located at 4301 West William Cannon Drive, featuring convenient grocery pickup and delivery. Where are the nearest coffee shops and restaurants? You won't have to travel far for a great meal or your morning coffee. Delicious options start right next door! Leona Botanical Café & Bar (Next door) : Located at 6405 Brodie Lane, Leona serves specialty coffee drinks and cocktails. This address also hosts Dee Dee (Northeastern Thai cuisine) and Veracruz All Natural (regional Mexican-inspired dishes). Café Malta (0.3 miles away) : Found at 3421 West William Cannon Drive at the Brodie Lane corner, serving cuisines inspired by Italy, Spain, Morocco, Lebanon, and southern France. Me Con Bistro (0.3 miles away) : Located in Suite 101 at 3421 West William Cannon Drive, offering Vietnamese pho and vermicelli bowls. Radio Coffee & Beer (Just over 3 miles away) : Head to 4204 Menchaca Road for coffee, food trucks, live music, an outdoor patio, and trivia nights. What shopping and services are available near Brodie Lane? In addition to smaller nearby retail clusters like Cannon Oaks Shopping Center (0.3 miles), Southcross Plaza (0.5 miles), and Cannon Crossing (0.8 miles), you are only a one-mile drive from the major Sunset Valley Shopping Center. Sunset Valley Village (5601 Brodie Lane) specifically acts as a neighborhood hub for a wide variety of needs: Books & Apparel: Barnes & Noble, Nordstrom Rack, Old Navy, J.Crew Factory, and 2nd Street USA. Dining : Cava, Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, Mad Greens, and Mighty Fine Burgers Fries Shakes. Services & Recreation : FedEx Office, Petco, Jetset Pilates, and EVgo fast charging (six stations rated up to 350 kilowatts). Which parks and trails are nearby? South Austin is famous for its outdoor spaces, and living at Alister Sunset Valley puts several trails, parks, and preserves within a short drive. (Note: Travel estimates can vary based on which trailhead or park entrance you use). Barton Creek Greenbelt: Approximately 2.5 miles away for general access, or 4.1 miles (an estimated 6-minute drive) to the specific 360 Access point. Goat Cave Nature Preserve : 2.9 miles away (estimated 6-minute drive). Dick Nichols Park : 3.0 miles away (estimated 6-minute drive). Violet Crown Trail : Access the 290 Trailhead near the intersection of US 290 and Brodie Lane. Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park : 4.4 miles away (estimated 7-minute drive). Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center : 4.7 miles away (estimated 8-minute drive). How far is Alister Sunset Valley from downtown Austin and the airport? When you need to venture further into central Austin or catch a flight, major routes like Brodie Lane, US Highway 290, and the MoPac Expressway make regional trips straightforward. Downtown Station: 8.7 miles from the community. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport: 13.5 miles away (an estimated 26-minute drive, depending on traffic and weather). Interested in a Tour? Come see everything Alister Sunset Valley has to offer in person! Contact us today to schedule a tour and check current apartment home availability.