Originally Posted by
bradj
The area around Hwy 290 and I35 in my opinion is the definition of Iffy places to stay in Austin.
Can't speak for the orangewood except that its at the corner of Hwy 290 and I35....
I'd be less concerned. It's the Northeast corner which seems a bit more "optimal", but the properties are downscale from those on the NE corner of 183 & IH35, the next exit. There used to be (and may still be) a number of restaurants across IH35 in a complex along the frontage road. On the other hand, Highland Mall sort of defines "downhill".