Popular Lake Austin Neighborhoods

Mar 07, 2022

An aerial view of Lady Bird Lake and the Colorado River as they meet downtown Austin, TX.

Shopping for a new home is both exciting and stressful. If you’re feeling this way, know that you’re not alone. 40% of initiatory home buyers find the process stressful; after all, a house is one of the most significant investments you can make. There are plenty of mental and emotional considerations to make during the process including commute times, the neighborhood’s crime rates, and the quality of schools.

Fortunately, preparing early for purchasing a new home can help you overcome or avoid this stress. Getting the type of Lake Austin home that meets your ideal standards can make all of the effort worth it. Living in one of these homes allows you to enjoy water-based activities and private boat docks right at home.

The following information on some of the more well-known Lake Austin neighborhoods is a good starting point for your home-search journey.

Bellagio Estates

The Bellagio Estates homes range from 6,000 to 11,000 square feet which will be perfect for any entertainer. The Bellagio estates backyards have outdoor dining spaces, private pools, sports courts, and even private lake access.

With the University of Texas just miles away from the area, you can enjoy the college-town ambiance, or visit the Common Fords Ranch Metropolitan Park and the Mansfield Dam Park.

You can also go shopping at the Galleria Mall, enjoy a trip to the HEB center and enjoy sports and music performances in the neighborhood.

Highland Park - West Balcones

The Highland Park - West Balcones is captivating for nature and outdoor lovers. If you enjoy biking and hiking, you’ll enjoy the parks, nature reserves, and hilltop views.

The neighborhood’s home sizes range from 2800 square feet to above 7000 square feet. The home prices differ as well with the smaller homes costing from $300k upwards.

While the neighborhood doesn’t have the most social amenities, its charming environment and greenspace are perfect for any family.

Mount Bonnell Shores

Mount Bonnell shores Austin, has large homes of high value. It’s an artificial island with a rated enclave set up in the early 2000s which resulted in 30 waterfront estates lining Lake Austin with private waterfront accessibility. These homes average around 2,000 square feet in size.

The neighborhood has world-class elementary schools, clubhouses, tennis courts, a heated pool, and different water-based recreational facilities.

The neighborhood has an average population of 839 with an average median age of 50 years.

Rob Roy Austin

Home prices in the Rob Roy Austin neighborhood range from over $1,000,000 up to $5,000,000.

Most homes in this area are within a 15-minute drive of the downtown area. Here, there are numerous local shops, boutiques, and national retail centers.

There are also plenty of outdoor activities to participate in with the 227-acre Wild Basin Wilderness Park nature reserve closely located. Rob Roy also has community schools of average performance and some of Texas’s most reputable schools districts.

The neighborhood has an average household income of $230,756, and 95% of the jobs here are white-collar. Rob Roy Austin has 3,029 residents with a median age of 43 years.

Tarrytown

You can get a Tarrytown Austin home between $995,000 and $3,995,000. Tarrytown is famous for its wide variety of architectural designs. The neighborhood’s canopied streets are full of oaks just waiting to be walked through. It is also home to 21-acre Mayfield Park, Deep Eddy Pool, the Austin Museum, the Mayfield Reserve, and Reed Park.

There are ample dog parks, downtown views, and fitness centers. The neighborhood also has some of the best public schools, including O. Henry Middle School.

Vineyard Bay

Home prices in Vineyard Bay range from $800,000 to $5,000,000. Vineyard Bay may be your ideal home ground if you want to enjoy the picturesque views of Lake Travis from the south shores.

Vineyard Bay Austin has 84 custom-built homes, each sitting on one or more acres of land. In addition, the neighborhood has a boat and marina ramp, a complete kitchen cabana, and other amenities like clubhouses for workouts and tennis courts.

It has winding roads, a beautiful landscape, and various shopping centers. The most exemplary Lake Travis ISD schools, restaurants, and grocery stores are also situated here.

Watersedge at River Place

Watersedge at River Place has luxurious homes with an assortment of beautiful architectural styles. The homes also come in varying prices and sizes for your convenience, with between 4400 square feet to above 8400 square feet. The home prices average around $193,000, and the Watersedge area has a median annual household income of $92,560.

This neighborhood has many educational facilities, entertainment hot spots, tantalizing restaurants, and entertaining shopping spots.

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