Market Overview for Westlake Oaks
There are 2 active listings in Westlake Oaks with a median list price of $5.0M.
The average price per square foot is $1047.
About Westlake Oaks
Westlake Oaks is a residential subdivision in an unincorporated area of Travis County, Texas, within the 78746 zip code in the Westlake Hills corridor. The neighborhood is located south of Bee Caves Road (FM 2244) and west of Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway), roughly 9 miles west of downtown Austin. The community sits between Westlake Hills and Rollingwood, with proximity to the Barton Creek Greenbelt to the south and east. Local streets connect to Bee Caves Road, which serves as the primary east-west corridor to MoPac Expressway and downtown.
Homes in Westlake Oaks are primarily single-family residences built from the 1970s through the 1990s on lots ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 square feet. Resale prices generally range from $900,000 to $1,600,000 depending on square footage, condition, and lot position. Floor plans typically range from 2,400 to 4,500 square feet with three- to five-bedroom configurations. Construction styles include limestone, brick, and stucco exteriors with composition or standing-seam metal roofing. Many properties sit on wooded lots with mature live oak canopy and views of the surrounding hills.
Westlake Oaks is served by Eanes Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Eanes Elementary School, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Eanes Elementary enrolls approximately 450 students in grades pre-K through 5. Hill Country Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 1,100 students. Westlake High School enrolls over 2,600 students in grades 9 through 12 and consistently ranks among the top high schools in Texas, offering more than 30 AP courses and over 70 extracurricular organizations.
Commuters from Westlake Oaks reach downtown Austin in approximately 15 to 20 minutes via Bee Caves Road east to MoPac Expressway. Loop 360 provides access to Highway 71 to the south and US 183 to the north. The Barton Creek Square Mall area, roughly 3 miles east along Loop 360, includes major retail, grocery, and dining options. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave, approximately 5 miles west, adds shopping and entertainment including a 14-screen movie theater.
Living in Westlake Oaks
Westlake Oaks features tree-covered lots with mature live oaks, cedar elms, and native juniper throughout the community. Interior streets are generally low-traffic with limited through-access, and many homes are set back from the road behind natural vegetation. The area is unincorporated and falls under Travis County services for road maintenance and law enforcement. Property tax rates include Travis County and Eanes ISD levies, with Eanes ISD carrying one of the higher school tax rates in the Austin area. The neighborhood is within the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, which imposes impervious cover and water quality controls on development.
Grocery runs from Westlake Oaks typically head to Randalls or Whole Foods on Bee Caves Road, both within 2 miles. The Barton Creek Greenbelt, accessible from trailheads along Loop 360 roughly 2 miles east, offers over 12 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails along Barton Creek. Red Bud Isle, a 13-acre off-leash dog park on the Colorado River, is approximately 4 miles northeast via Loop 360. Restaurants along Bee Caves Road include Zax Restaurant & Bar and Maudie's Tex-Mex, both within a 5-minute drive. The Westlake community hosts an annual Eanes ISD Education Foundation gala and various school-sponsored athletic events throughout the year.
Things to Do in Westlake Oaks
- Barton Creek Greenbelt: Over 12 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails along Barton Creek, with trailheads accessible from Loop 360 roughly 2 miles east of the neighborhood.
- Red Bud Isle: A 13-acre off-leash dog park on the Colorado River approximately 4 miles northeast, with waterfront access and shaded walking paths.
- Hill Country Galleria: Mixed-use retail center in Bee Cave about 5 miles west with shopping, restaurants, a public library branch, and a 14-screen movie theater.
- Barton Creek Square: Regional shopping center roughly 3 miles east at Loop 360 and MoPac with over 180 stores, a food court, and adjacent restaurants.
- Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve: A 227-acre nature preserve off Loop 360 approximately 2 miles north, with 2.5 miles of trails and educational programs run by St. Edward's University.
Major Employers in Westlake Oaks
- Apple (Technology): 133-acre campus in northwest Austin employing over 5,000 workers, approximately 15 minutes north via MoPac.
- Eanes ISD (Education): School district operating 9 campuses with over 8,000 students and approximately 1,200 employees in the Westlake area.
- Oracle (Technology): Enterprise software company with Austin headquarters on the Eastside employing thousands of workers, approximately 20 minutes east.
- Ascension Seton Medical Center (Healthcare): 539-bed hospital in central Austin roughly 8 miles east, part of a regional network employing over 4,000 workers.
Westlake Oaks Schools
Westlake Oaks is zoned to Eanes ISD schools, with Eanes Elementary, Hill Country Middle, and Westlake High School serving the area.
School District: Eanes ISD
Public Schools
- Eanes Elementary School - Eanes ISD campus serving grades pre-K through 5 with approximately 450 students.
- Hill Country Middle School - Eanes ISD campus serving grades 6-8 with roughly 1,100 students and advanced academic programs.
- Westlake High School - Eanes ISD campus enrolling over 2,600 students in grades 9-12 with 30+ AP courses and over 70 extracurricular organizations.
Pre-Schools
- Westlake United Methodist Preschool - Church-based preschool on Bee Caves Road offering programs for children ages 2 through 5 in a structured learning environment.
- The Goddard School - Westlake - Early education center near Westlake Hills offering infant through pre-K programs with play-based STEAM curriculum.
Private Schools
- St. Michael's Catholic Academy - Private Catholic college-preparatory school in Austin serving grades 9-12 with enrollment of approximately 370 students, roughly 4 miles east.
- Regents School of Austin - Classical Christian school in southwest Austin serving grades pre-K through 12 with approximately 700 students.
Higher Education
- University of Texas at Austin - Flagship state university with over 51,000 students, approximately 8 miles northeast in central Austin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Westlake Oaks
Homes in Westlake Oaks typically range from $900,000 to $1,600,000. Properties include 1970s-1990s single-family homes of 2,400 to 4,500 square feet on wooded lots of 10,000 to 20,000 square feet.
What school district is Westlake Oaks in
Westlake Oaks is served by Eanes ISD. Students typically attend Eanes Elementary, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Westlake High enrolls over 2,600 students and offers 30+ AP courses.
How far is Westlake Oaks from downtown Austin
Westlake Oaks is approximately 9 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 15 to 20 minutes via Bee Caves Road east to MoPac Expressway depending on traffic conditions.
What is the lot size in Westlake Oaks
Lots in Westlake Oaks range from approximately 10,000 to 20,000 square feet. The community features wooded terrain with mature live oak canopy and natural Hill Country vegetation throughout the neighborhood.
What stores are near Westlake Oaks
Randalls and Whole Foods on Bee Caves Road are both within 2 miles. Barton Creek Square mall is roughly 3 miles east, and the Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is about 5 miles west.
What trails are near Westlake Oaks
The Barton Creek Greenbelt offers over 12 miles of hiking and biking trails with access from Loop 360 roughly 2 miles east. Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve has 2.5 miles of trails approximately 2 miles north.