Austin, TX Condo vs. Single Family Home - Which is more worth it?

[Stephanie Yokoyama]

Hi everyone!

I'm excited to post on BiggerPockets for the first time and get some perspective from seasoned realtors and investors with experience in the Austin area. I'm moving from Arlington, VA to Austin in May and would like to househack for about 2 years before either renting out or selling. I'm looking at properties in the 300k - 350k range which would mean either a condo in downtown Austin (would like to stay close to UT Austin) or a SFH ~45 minutes outside of Austin. Would love to hear any opinions on whether I should look at condos in downtown vs. SFH based on cash flow and appreciation? Thanks!