Market Overview for Laguna Vista
There are 5 active listings in Laguna Vista with a median list price of $769K and a median sold price of $883K.
Homes average 24 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 $532.
About Laguna Vista
Laguna Vista is a residential community located on a peninsula along the north shore of Lake Travis in unincorporated Travis County, Texas, within the 78669 zip code. The neighborhood sits off Bee Creek Road approximately 36 miles northwest of downtown Austin and roughly 8 miles west of the city of Lakeway. Development in Laguna Vista dates to 1966, making it one of the older Lake Travis communities. The neighborhood includes a mix of original-era ranch homes, renovated structures, and newer custom-built residences on lots ranging from one-half acre to over two acres, with many properties offering direct or elevated views of Lake Travis.
Home prices in Laguna Vista vary widely, from approximately $300,000 for older inland homes to over $1,500,000 for waterfront or updated properties. The community includes single-family homes ranging from about 1,200 square feet for original structures to over 4,000 square feet for newer custom builds. Lot sizes of one to two acres are common, and some parcels remain undeveloped and available for custom construction. Architectural styles range from 1960s and 1970s ranch homes to contemporary Hill Country designs with limestone and metal roofing. The terrain is hilly with juniper, post oak, and prickly pear cactus covering undeveloped portions of the peninsula.
Laguna Vista is served by Lake Travis Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Lakeway Elementary School, Hudson Bend Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis High School enrolls over 3,200 students in grades 9 through 12 and has earned multiple TEA distinctions. The district operates approximately 12 campuses serving over 11,500 students. Lake Travis ISD has consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in the greater Austin metro area based on state accountability ratings.
Commuters from Laguna Vista reach downtown Austin in approximately 40 to 50 minutes via SH 71 East and US 290 or via Bee Creek Road to FM 620. The nearest full-service grocery store is the H-E-B in Lakeway, approximately 8 miles east on SH 71. The Galleria at Bee Cave, a retail center at the intersection of SH 71 and FM 620, provides shopping and dining options roughly 10 miles east. Boat ramps and marina access points on Lake Travis are within a short drive, and many waterfront lots include private dock access.
Living in Laguna Vista
Laguna Vista features a mix of original ranch-style homes from the 1960s and 1970s alongside newer custom construction on one- to two-acre lots. The peninsula terrain is hilly with exposed limestone, juniper trees, and prickly pear cactus. Many properties have terraced landscaping to manage the slopes, and homes at higher elevations offer views of Lake Travis and the surrounding Hill Country. The community does not have a mandatory HOA, and architectural styles vary widely across the neighborhood. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Lake Travis ISD jurisdictions, with a combined rate near 1.68% of assessed valuation.
Daily life in Laguna Vista centers on outdoor recreation and the Lake Travis waterfront. Residents with waterfront lots may have private dock access, and public boat ramps are available at nearby Pace Bend Park, a 1,368-acre Travis County park approximately 5 miles west with swimming, camping, and cliff areas along the lake shore. Pedernales Falls State Park, a 5,212-acre state park roughly 20 miles west, offers hiking, swimming, and tubing along the Pedernales River. The nearest grocery and retail options are in Lakeway and Bee Cave, each about 8 to 10 miles east along SH 71. Krause Springs, a privately owned spring-fed swimming area approximately 10 miles northwest, features 32 springs and a man-made pool.
Things to Do in Laguna Vista
- Pace Bend Park: 1,368-acre Travis County park approximately 5 miles west on Lake Travis with swimming, cliff areas, camping, and boat ramps. Entry fee applies.
- Pedernales Falls State Park: 5,212-acre state park roughly 20 miles west with hiking, river swimming, tubing, and camping along the Pedernales River.
- Krause Springs: Privately owned spring-fed swimming area approximately 10 miles northwest with 32 springs, a man-made pool, and camping. Admission fee applies.
- The Galleria at Bee Cave: Retail and dining center at SH 71 and FM 620, roughly 10 miles east, with shops, restaurants, and a movie theater.
- Rough Hollow Yacht Club: Marina facility on Lake Travis approximately 6 miles east offering boat slips, a pool, and dining on the waterfront.
Major Employers in Laguna Vista
- Lake Travis ISD (Education): Travis County school district employing over 1,800 staff across approximately 12 campuses in the Lake Travis corridor.
- Lakeway Regional Medical Center (Healthcare): 106-bed hospital on Medical Parkway in Lakeway, approximately 8 miles east, employing over 500 staff.
- Indeed (Technology): Job search platform with Austin headquarters employing over 4,000 workers, approximately 35 miles east near downtown.
- Apple (Technology): Apple's Austin campus at Parmer Lane employs over 6,000 workers, approximately 30 miles northeast via SH 71 and MoPac.
Laguna Vista Schools
Laguna Vista is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend West Cypress Hills Elementary or Bee Cave Elementary for elementary school, Lake Travis Middle School or Bee Cave Middle School for middle school, and Lake Travis High School for high school.
School District: Lake Travis ISD
Public Schools
- West Cypress Hills Elementary - Elementary school serving the Laguna Vista area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Bee Cave Elementary - Elementary school serving the Laguna Vista area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis Middle School - Middle school serving the Laguna Vista area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Bee Cave Middle School - Middle school serving the Laguna Vista area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis High School - High school serving the Laguna Vista area in Lake Travis ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Lakeway - Accredited early education center in Lakeway serving infants through pre-K with Balanced Learning curriculum.
- Lake Travis Montessori - Montessori preschool serving ages 18 months through 6 years with mixed-age classrooms in the Lake Travis area.
Private Schools
- Summit Academy of Bee Cave - Private school in Bee Cave approximately 10 miles east serving pre-K through 8 with individualized instruction.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Hays Campus - Two-year college campus approximately 25 miles south offering associate degrees and workforce certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Laguna Vista Lake Travis
Home prices in Laguna Vista range from approximately $300,000 for older inland homes to over $1,500,000 for waterfront or updated properties. Lot sizes of one to two acres are common, with some parcels available for custom construction.
What school district is Laguna Vista in
Laguna Vista is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Lakeway Elementary, Hudson Bend Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis ISD enrolls over 11,500 students and ranks among the top-performing districts in the Austin metro.
How far is Laguna Vista from downtown Austin
Laguna Vista is approximately 36 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The commute takes 40 to 50 minutes via SH 71 East and US 290 or via Bee Creek Road to FM 620.
Does Laguna Vista have lake access
Many waterfront lots in Laguna Vista include private dock access to Lake Travis. Public boat ramps are available at nearby Pace Bend Park, a 1,368-acre Travis County park approximately 5 miles west.
What is the property tax rate in Laguna Vista
Property tax rates in Laguna Vista fall under Travis County and Lake Travis ISD jurisdictions. The combined rate is near 1.68% of assessed valuation, though rates are subject to annual adjustments.
What zip code is Laguna Vista in
Laguna Vista is located in the 78669 zip code in unincorporated Travis County. The area is addressed as Spicewood for mailing purposes and sits on a peninsula along the north shore of Lake Travis.