Market Overview for Destiny Hills
There are 3 active listings in Destiny Hills with a median list price of $3.1M and a median sold price of $2.9M.
Homes average 129 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 4 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $586.
About Destiny Hills
Destiny Hills is a residential subdivision located in southwest Austin, Texas, within the 78738 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood sits along Destiny Hills Drive off Hamilton Pool Road (FM 3238), approximately 18 miles west of downtown Austin and roughly 3 miles south of Bee Cave. Development in Destiny Hills began in the late 1990s and continued through the 2000s, producing custom-built homes on lots ranging from 1 to 5 acres across rolling Hill Country terrain. The subdivision includes both the original Destiny Hills section and the Estates of Destiny Hills, a later phase with larger lots and higher-end construction.
Home prices in Destiny Hills typically range from $800,000 to over $3,000,000 depending on lot size, square footage, and custom features. Properties include single-family homes of approximately 2,500 to 6,000 square feet with four to six bedrooms. Architectural styles include Hill Country limestone, Mediterranean-influenced designs, and contemporary builds with metal roofing and large window walls. Many homes feature swimming pools, outdoor kitchens, and expansive views of the surrounding Hill Country landscape. Lot sizes range from approximately 1 acre in the original sections to 5 or more acres in the Estates phase.
Destiny Hills is served by Lake Travis Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Bee Cave Elementary School, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Bee Cave Elementary serves grades K through 5 with approximately 700 students. Lake Travis Middle School enrolls students in grades 6 through 8. Lake Travis High School serves grades 9 through 12 with over 2,800 students and has earned recognition for its Advanced Placement participation rates, athletics programs, and fine arts department. Lake Travis ISD operates over 15 campuses enrolling approximately 12,000 students.
Commuters from Destiny Hills reach downtown Austin in approximately 30 to 40 minutes via SH 71 East or Hamilton Pool Road to MoPac Expressway. The Hill Country Galleria, a mixed-use retail center in Bee Cave roughly 3 miles north, includes H-E-B, restaurants, and office space. The Shops at the Galleria and the Bee Cave commercial corridor along SH 71 provide additional shopping and dining within a 10-minute drive. Hamilton Pool Preserve, a Travis County park with a 50-foot waterfall and natural swimming hole, is located approximately 10 miles west along Hamilton Pool Road.
Living in Destiny Hills
Destiny Hills features custom-built homes on 1- to 5-acre lots set along winding roads through Hill Country terrain with live oak, Ashe juniper, and Texas red oak cover. Many properties include limestone retaining walls, circular driveways, and controlled-access entries at certain cul-de-sac clusters. The subdivision does not have street-level sidewalks due to the rural lot configuration, and road maintenance follows Travis County standards. Septic systems serve most properties rather than municipal sewer connections. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Lake Travis ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $1.70 per $100 of assessed valuation.
The Bee Cave commercial corridor along SH 71 provides daily conveniences within a 10-minute drive. Hill Country Galleria, roughly 3 miles north, includes H-E-B grocery, Whole Foods, restaurants, a movie theater, and professional offices. Bee Cave Central Park, a 3-acre park in Bee Cave, offers a playground and open green space. Hamilton Pool Preserve, located approximately 10 miles west on Hamilton Pool Road, features a natural grotto with a 50-foot waterfall and requires reservations during peak season. Reimers Ranch Park, a 2,427-acre Travis County park roughly 8 miles northwest, provides rock climbing, mountain biking trails, and equestrian access along the Pedernales River.
Things to Do in Destiny Hills
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County park approximately 10 miles west featuring a 50-foot waterfall, natural grotto swimming hole, and hiking trail. Reservations required during peak season.
- Reimers Ranch Park: 2,427-acre Travis County park roughly 8 miles northwest with rock climbing, 19 miles of mountain biking trails, and Pedernales River access.
- Hill Country Galleria: Mixed-use retail center in Bee Cave roughly 3 miles north with shops, restaurants, a movie theater, and seasonal community events.
- Bee Cave Central Park: 3-acre Bee Cave city park with playground equipment, open green space, and a shaded pavilion for community gatherings.
- Pedernales Falls State Park: 5,212-acre state park approximately 25 miles west with river swimming, 20 miles of hiking trails, and camping facilities.
Major Employers in Destiny Hills
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor manufacturer with operations in Austin employing approximately 2,000 engineers, about 25 minutes east via SH 71.
- Indeed (Technology): Job search platform with Austin headquarters downtown employing over 3,000 workers, approximately 30 minutes east.
- St. David's Medical Center (Healthcare): Comprehensive medical center in central Austin with multiple specialty facilities employing thousands of staff, 30 minutes east.
- Lake Travis ISD (Education): School district employing over 1,800 staff across more than 15 campuses in the Lakeway-Bee Cave area.
Destiny Hills Schools
Destiny Hills Homes is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Bee Cave Elementary for elementary school, Bee Cave Middle School or Lake Travis Middle School for middle school, and Lake Travis High School for high school.
School District: Lake Travis ISD
Public Schools
- Bee Cave Elementary - Elementary school serving the Destiny Hills Homes area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Bee Cave Middle School - Middle school serving the Destiny Hills Homes area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis Middle School - Middle school serving the Destiny Hills Homes area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis High School - High school serving the Destiny Hills Homes area in Lake Travis ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Bee Cave - Accredited early education center in Bee Cave serving infants through pre-K with Balanced Learning curriculum.
- Creative World School Bee Cave - Preschool and childcare center in Bee Cave offering STEAM-based programs for ages 6 weeks through 12 years.
Private Schools
- Challenger School - Avery Ranch - Independent school offering pre-K through 8 with accelerated academics in math, reading, and science.
- Summit School of Ahimsa - Independent school near Bee Cave serving pre-K through 5 with project-based learning and small class sizes.
Higher Education
- Concordia University Texas - Private university on a 389-acre campus approximately 10 miles east in northwest Austin offering undergraduate and graduate programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Destiny Hills Austin
Homes in Destiny Hills typically range from $800,000 to over $3,000,000. Properties include custom-built homes of 2,500 to 6,000 square feet on lots ranging from 1 to 5 acres in the Hill Country west of Austin.
What school district is Destiny Hills in
Destiny Hills is zoned to Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Bee Cave Elementary, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis High enrolls over 2,800 students and has strong AP participation rates.
How far is Destiny Hills from downtown Austin
Destiny Hills is approximately 18 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 30 to 40 minutes via SH 71 East or Hamilton Pool Road to MoPac Expressway depending on traffic.
What is the lot size in Destiny Hills Austin
Lot sizes in Destiny Hills range from approximately 1 acre in the original sections to 5 or more acres in the Estates of Destiny Hills phase. The larger lots provide space for pools, outdoor kitchens, and Hill Country views.
What shopping is near Destiny Hills Austin
Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is roughly 3 miles north and includes H-E-B, Whole Foods, restaurants, and a movie theater. Additional retail and dining options line the SH 71 corridor through Bee Cave.
What outdoor activities are near Destiny Hills
Hamilton Pool Preserve is approximately 10 miles west with a 50-foot waterfall and swimming hole. Reimers Ranch Park is roughly 8 miles northwest with 2,427 acres of rock climbing, mountain biking, and river access.