About West Austin Real Estate
Located close to downtown, West Austin enjoys scenic rolling hills and waterfront views that make it home to some of the most desired schools and exclusive neighborhoods in the Greater Austin Area. Although luxury real estate and large lots are the norm, smaller homes and residences are available throughout areas of West Austin. Lots available for building have become scarce to find because of the popularity of the area as well as West Austin’s close accessibility to the city center. [Read more about West Austin...]
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West Austin Neighborhoods
The West Austin region includes a number of Austin’s most prestigious neighborhoods and luxury real estate. The area is largely comprised of expensive single-family homes with a wide variety of styles that range from traditional to modern. Among the highly coveted neighborhoods available are the West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Barton Creek, Lost Creek, Davenport, Rob Roy, and Tarrytown.
West Austin is home to some of the most premium real estate in Central Texas, and most of the neighborhoods are comprised of upscale homes and gated communities.
West Austin Lifestyle
Life in West Austin offers residents access to some of the best outdoor recreations in all of Texas.The region offers close proximity to both Lake Austin and Lake Travis along with the many water activities available. Kayaking and paddle boarding are everyday sights in West Austin. Locals also enjoy running the trails and boardwalks or walking their dog along Lady Bird Lake near downtown. Nearby greenbelts offer outdoor hiking trails and scenic Hill Country springs and creeks, none more popular than the 4,000-acre Barton Creek Preserve, which even offers rock climbing.
For golfers and tennis players, the Barton Creek Country Club and Austin Country Club offer members access to world class golf courses and other facilities. Austin landmarks such as the 360 Bridge and Barton Springs Pool are easy to find, as is the diverse green space offered by Zilker Park, which hosts Austin’s acclaimed Austin City Limits Music Festival in the fall.
High-end retail and fine dining make West Austin a vibrant place for residents. Additionally, the charm of South Congress or the nightlife of downtown are only a short drive away, along with the upscale shopping and restaurants at The Domain or Barton Creek Square Mall. West Austin residents ultimately find that they have easy access to almost every part of the city from their own front door.
West Austin Schools
West Austin neighborhoods are served by the Eanes Independent School District (ISD). With a district-wide enrollment of over 7,700 students, Eanes ISD consists of six elementary schools, two middle schools, and a National Blue Ribbon School in West lake High School. All nine Eanes ISD schools have been rated as Exemplary for their academic reputation. Eanes ISD is considered an elite school district for being one of only ten percent of districts throughout Texas that have been rated as Exemplary. Eanes ISD student SAT and ACT test scores are consistently ranked above the national average.
A number of highly ranked private schools are also located throughout West Austin that offer families private or religious educations for all age ranges.