Westlake | 78746

Just six miles from downtown and full of arguably the best views in the city, Westlake has become one of the most exclusive and affluent neighborhoods in Austin (though technically, it’s its own city).

With sprawling estates, large modern homes and possibly the world record for most infinity pools in a 2-mile radius, Westlake is a luxury destination no doubt, but it’s also home to many family-owned businesses and establishments that have been adored by Austin residents from all over the city for generations. Westlake’s Eanes ISD also boasts some of the top-rated schools in the city, with each of its nine schools rated Exemplary. 

Average List Price: $2,500,000

Location

Running north to south from the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve to Westlake High School and east to west from the Colorado River to Loop 360, the area known as Westlake or Westlake Hills is approximately four square miles large. 

History

West Lake Hills was founded and incorporated as an independent village in 1953 on the basis of the city of Austin developing the neighborhood “illegally.” In the following decade, its residents raised enough funds to purchase a fire engine and fire safety equipment for the community, helping to establish its legitimacy.

At that time, the town of Westlake was comprised of just 719 people, but this number grew significantly in the 1970s and 80s when the area gained popularity and saw a rise in residential and business development. Today, West Lake Hills is home to roughly 1,370 people and more than 400 businesses.

Westlake High, 1976. Courtesy Westbank Community Library District.

Top Spots

For a bite: Texas Honey Ham Company, Maudie’s Milagro, Las Palomas, Blue Dahlia Bistro, Chinatown Westlake, Sway, Jade Restaurant, Marye’s Gourmet Pizza, Rudy’s Country Store & Bar-B-Q, County Line on the Hill

For a drink: Westlake Wine Bar, The Grove Wine Bar and Kitchen, Deep Eddy Cabaret

For fun: Red Bud Isle Park, Wild Basin Nature Preserve, 360 Lookout at Pennybacker Bridge, Emma Long Metropolitan Park, Lost Creek Trail, Campbell’s Hole

For the kids: River Place Trail, Deep Eddy Pool, Rollingwood Park

Red Bud Isle in the fall. Courtesy Instagram @rohitmuley_photography.

Sway Thai

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