West Lake Hills

Welcome to West Lake Hills

West Lake Hills is the address most people mean when they say Westlake. It is an incorporated city of roughly 3,400 people sitting on limestone ridges above the Hill Country, inside Eanes ISD, about ten to fifteen minutes from downtown Austin. Big lots, long views, and the best public schools in Texas make it one of the most sought-after places to live in the entire region.

It is also one of the most expensive. The price spread runs from around $1.5M to $8M depending on the lot, the view, and the build. What you are really buying is the combination of schools, privacy, and elevation that almost nowhere else in Austin offers at once.

What Does It Cost to Buy a Home in West Lake Hills in 2026?

As of 2026, public listing data puts the typical West Lake Hills home in the low-to-mid $3M range, with median figures reported between roughly $2.2M and $3.6M depending on the source and the month, per Zillow, Redfin, and HAR. Finished view estates trade well above that, and the occasional fixer or smaller lot can start closer to $1.5M.

The number that matters is not the city-wide median, it is the comp set for the exact ridge or street you are considering. A canyon lot, a flat lot, and a view lot a block apart can carry very different values. Pricing here is hyper-local.

Who West Lake Hills Is (and Isn't) Right For

West Lake Hills is right for families who want Eanes ISD schools, space, privacy, and Hill Country views, and who plan to stay for the long run. It rewards buyers who value a quiet, established, residential setting a short drive from the city.

It is not the right fit if you want walkable urban living, a low price of entry, or a low-maintenance lock-and-leave. This is large-lot, drive-everywhere living, and the price reflects the demand.

West Lake Hills Schools and Eanes ISD

West Lake Hills is the heart of Eanes ISD, consistently ranked among the best public school districts in Texas and the country. Westlake High School routinely places among the top public high schools nationally. For most buyers here, the schools are the single biggest driver of both demand and long-term value.

What It's Like to Live in West Lake Hills

Life in West Lake Hills is green, quiet, and elevated. Homes sit on rolling limestone with views across canyons and tree canopy, and the city's own government keeps density low and lots large. You are minutes from Lake Austin, the Loop 360 corridor, and downtown, but the neighborhood itself feels like the Hill Country, not the city.

Frequently Asked Questions About West Lake Hills

Is West Lake Hills part of Austin?

No. West Lake Hills is its own incorporated city in Travis County, with its own government and building codes, bordered by Austin. It is three words, not Westlake Hills.

What school district is West Lake Hills in?

West Lake Hills is served by Eanes ISD, one of the highest-rated school districts in Texas, and feeds Westlake High School.

How much does a home in West Lake Hills cost in 2026?

Most public sources put the typical home in the low-to-mid $3M range, with medians reported from roughly $2.2M to $3.6M. The overall spread runs from about $1.5M to $8M depending on lot and view.

What is the difference between West Lake Hills and Westlake?

West Lake Hills is the incorporated city. Westlake is the broader corridor of West Austin neighborhoods around it, including Rollingwood, Rob Roy, Davenport Ranch, and Lost Creek.

Thinking About Buying or Selling in West Lake Hills?

West Lake Hills pricing is decided lot by lot, not by a city-wide average, so the right comps matter more than any headline number. I work with a limited number of buyers and sellers in West Lake Hills and the rest of Eanes ISD each month. If you want an agent who knows the ridges, the views, and the real values, reach out directly. Brandon Galia, Lujo Realty.