Moving to South Austin,Tx area?

next fall i will be moving to south austin north Hays county, any tips or guidance as to what to expect? i've lived in sa, Tx all my life and I HAVE TO GET OUT!! freaking city is filled with all I dislike!! are there any good places to live? we would like to rent a home or duplex, even a town home. bottom line is a back yard haha Any tips on where to or not to live and what to expect?