No one is mentioning South Austin. I've never been to Austin, but from what I've read, it's a rapidly gentrifying neighborhood for artsy folk. Is this true, or more travel guide rubbish? I have a car, so I can get around, but I'd rather take the bus if it's free and reliable. And I'd be living with my roommate, who I wouldn't want to force to live in a college-y part of town on my account.
Thoughts on South Austin?