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Lively Middle School Homes for Sale

Located at 201 E Mary St in South Austin (78704), Sarah Beth Lively Middle School (formerly Zachary Taylor Fulmore Middle School) serves 6th through 8th-grade students in the Austin Independent School District. Situated steps from South Congress Avenue in historic Travis Heights, the campus houses AISD’s acclaimed Humanities and Law Magnet Program and feeds into Travis Early College High School.

School District
Austin ISD
Grade Level
Grades 6–8 Middle
Location Profile
SoCo / 78704
Feeder High School
Travis ECHS

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Lively Middle School & 78704 Real Estate Overview

Listing Search Notice & Disclaimer: The real estate listings displayed on this page are generated using automated MLS search filters for homes zoned to Sarah Beth Lively Middle School (and the legacy Fulmore Middle School query parameters) in South Austin. Due to technical query limitations in automated IDX feeds, occasional listing discrepancies or nearby properties outside exact boundary lines may appear, and all content is subject to unintentional error. To verify official Austin ISD boundary maps or confirm specific street-level assignments, please contact us directly.

Campus Identity Update: Sarah Beth Lively Middle School was originally established as Zachary Taylor Fulmore Middle School. Following a comprehensive community engagement process, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees voted to rename the campus in honor of Sarah Beth Lively, a dedicated educator who spent nearly five decades teaching social studies and volunteering at the school.

Positioned in one of Austin’s most iconic urban corridors at 201 E Mary St (ZIP 78704), Sarah B. Lively Middle School serves 6th through 8th-grade students across South Austin. Situated between South Congress Avenue and South First Street in historic Travis Heights, the school provides immediate access to Lady Bird Lake, Downtown Austin, and vibrant local dining.

Homes within the Lively Middle School attendance zone represent a diverse mix of historic 1920s Craftsman bungalows, modern architectural infill homes, updated mid-century properties, and luxury condominiums in the heart of 78704.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lively Middle School Real Estate

Why are some properties still listed under Fulmore Middle School?

Sarah Beth Lively Middle School was originally named Zachary Taylor Fulmore Middle School. Following a district-wide initiative, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees officially renamed the campus in honor of Sarah Beth Lively, a beloved teacher who served the school for nearly 50 years. Some legacy real estate search queries and MLS data feeds still index properties using the former Fulmore Middle designation.

Where is Lively Middle School located and which school district serves it?

Sarah Beth Lively Middle School is located at 201 E Mary St, Austin, TX 78704, in the South Congress/Travis Heights neighborhood within the Austin Independent School District (Austin ISD).

What specialized magnet programs are offered at Lively Middle School?

Lively Middle School hosts Austin ISD’s Law and Humanities Magnet Program, offering advanced coursework in legal studies, research, humanities, creative writing, and mock trial competitions for eligible students across the district.

Amenities

Magnet Programs & Campus Facilities

Sarah B. Lively Middle School combines rigorous academic specialization with robust fine arts, athletics, and community engagement.

Signature Campus Features

  • Humanities & Law Magnet Program: An application-based program emphasizing constitutional law, legal research, philosophical ethics, speech, debate, and mock trial courtrooms.
  • Dual Language Immersion: Spanish/English dual language instruction supporting advanced biliteracy and academic achievement.
  • Fine Arts & Falcon Band: Award-winning middle school band, orchestra, classical guitar, visual arts, and theatrical performance suites.
  • Historic Campus Grounds & Athletics: Features a historic main academic facility, updated science and computer labs, gymnasium, track, and athletic field complex in South Austin.

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History

History & Legacy of Sarah Beth Lively Middle School

Originally founded in 1886 as a one-room schoolhouse before expanding into a landmark multi-story brick campus, the facility was long known as Zachary Taylor Fulmore Middle School, named after a 19th-century Travis County judge and school trustee.

In December 2018, following extensive community dialogue, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees voted to rename the campus Sarah Beth Lively Middle School. Sarah Lively dedicated nearly 50 years of her life to the campus—serving 25 years as a social studies teacher and continuing for more than two decades as an active daily volunteer, student newspaper advisor, and beloved mentor in the South Austin community.

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