West Austin‘s master planned communities aren’t what you would expect. A few are built around a private country club, making the club the focal point of the community, rather than a community pool and park. Another is spread over several sections, which are very different with everything from 24/7 guard gated to a neighborhood of average size homes on average lots. You’ll find another that’s a master planned community of luxury estates. The remaining are the more traditional, suburban master planned community built around a community park, pool and on-site schools. But, because they are a few decades old, they won’t look cookie cutter. The trees have had time to mature and the rolling hills give each neighborhood a different look feel.
West Austin Master Planned Communities
In West Austin, you’ll find the following master planned communities: Barton Creek, Barton Creek West, Davenport Ranch, Lost Creek, Rob Roy, Senna Hills and Seven Oaks. Which neighborhood is right for you? Scroll down to can read about each West Austin master planned community to determine which is right for you. Still confused? Try our Austin Neighborhood Finder or email us at info@11OaksRealty.com with what you’re looking for and we’ll tell you where to find it.
Who Should Look at West Austin Master Planned Communities?
If you’re looking for luxury living near Downtown Austin in a great school district, West Austin is the place for you. West Austin is virtually all built out, so you won’t find any brand new homes in their master planned communities. But, you will find neighborhoods with mature landscaping, larger than average lots and homes that have either been fully remodeled with modern finishes or in original condition. If you’re looking for luxury living in close proximity to downtown, West Austin is the place to start your search. Here is where you’ll find master planned communities in West Austin.
West Austin Master Planned Communities Mapped
Barton Creek
Distance to Downtown Austin: 21 minutes, 13 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 23 minutes, 18 miles
Zip Code: 78735
School District: Austin ISD
Elementary School: Oak Hill
Middle School: O’Henry
High School: Austin
Lifestyle: Private Country Club
Average Beds/Baths: 5/6
Average SqFt: 6,350
Average Lot Size (Acres): 1.477
Average Price: $3,348,403
Median Price: $2,800,000
One of the larger West Austin master planned communities, it is also one of the most unique. With 16 neighborhoods built over 30 years, Barton Creek has a wide range of housing options. You’ll find everything from luxury condominiums to luxury homes to brand new luxury estates. Certain sections of the neighborhood are gated and others are not. Built around the Barton Creek Country Club, residents have the option to join for social or golf. Plus, the hotel gives a great alternative for out of town guests who want their own space. If you’re looking for the closest West Austin master planned community to downtown, Barton Creek is a great place to start your search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Barton Creek Neighborhood Guide.
Barton Creek Neighborhood Map
Barton Creek Homes for Sale
Barton Creek West
Distance to Downtown Austin: 20 minutes, 14 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 20 minutes, 19 miles
Zip Code: 78733
School District: Eanes ISD
Elementary School: Barton Creek
Middle School: West Ridge
High School: Westlake
Lifestyle: Suburban with On-Site Schools
Average Beds/Baths: 4/4
Average SqFt: 3,630
Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.353
Average Price: $1,599,163
Median Price: $1,615,000
Barton Creek West feels more like a luxury, suburban master planned community than a country club community. Built around the Barton Creek greenbelt, with a community pool, tennis courts, hike and bike trails and playground, Barton Creek West residents don’t have to get on any main roads to take their kids to school. The elementary and middle schools are located in the next neighborhood over. Residents choose Barton Creek West because of its proximity to nature, tree lined streets, highly rated schools and large homes on larger than average lots. Homes are 20-30 years old, so they have the floorplans today’s buyers are looking for without being cookie cutter. Some of them have been fully updated with modern finishes and others are in need of a makeover.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Barton Creek West Neighborhood Guide.
Barton Creek West Neighborhood Map
Barton Creek West Homes for Sale
Davenport Ranch
Distance to Downtown Austin: 21 minutes, 9 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 21 minutes, 18 miles
Zip Code: 78746
School District: Eanes ISD
Elementary School: Bridge Point
Middle School: Hill Country
High School: Westlake
Lifestyle: Private Country Club
Average Beds/Baths: 4/4
Average SqFt: 3,679
Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.396
Average Price: $1,983,833
Median Price: $1,827,500
A true master planned community, Davenport Ranch has everything from luxury condos to luxury homes overlooking the golf course to gated, luxury estates. Like Barton Creek, Davenport Ranch is a private country club neighborhood. But, unlike Barton Creek, membership to Austin Country Club is on a very long wait list. Davenport Ranch is located at the northern end of West Austin off 360 near the Pennybacker Bridge, making it an ideal choice for someone who commutes to north Austin. If you’re looking for a true, master planned community and don’t really care about amenities like a community pool, Davenport Ranch is the ideal choice for you.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Davenport Ranch Neighborhood Guide.
Davenport Ranch Neighborhood Map
Davenport Ranch Homes for Sale
Lost Creek
Distance to Downtown Austin: 14 minutes, 9 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 14 minutes, 14 miles
Zip Code: 78746
School District: Eanes ISD
Elementary School: Forest Trail
Middle School: West Ridge
High School: Westlake
Lifestyle: Established Suburban Community
Average Beds/Baths: 4/3
Average SqFt: 2,673
Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.340
Average Price: $1,514,077
Median Price: $1,590,000
Lost Creek is one of the first master planned communities to be built in West Austin. About 40 years old now, Lost Creek is not the typical master planned community you see in the suburbs today. With only a voluntary HOA, Lost Creek is the only West Austin master planned community that does not have a mandatory homeowner’s association. That being said, Lost Creek still feels very much like a community – with wide, tree lined streets, rolling hills, mature landscaping and a diverse mix of architectural style. If you’re looking for a master planned community for the cohesiveness of the neighborhood, but want something a little more unique not too far from downtown, Lost Creek is a great place to start your search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Lost Creek Neighborhood Guide.
Lost Creek Neighborhood Map
Lost Creek Homes for Sale
Rob Roy
Distance to Downtown Austin: 23 minutes, 9 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 24 minutes, 17 miles
Zip Code: 78746, 78733
School District: Eanes ISD
Elementary School: Barton Creek, Bridge Pointe or Forest Trail
Middle School: Hill Country or West Ridge
High School: Westlake
Lifestyle: 24/7 Guard Gated, Gated, Lake
Average Beds/Baths: 5/5
Average SqFt: 4,709
Average Lot Size (Acres): 1.266
Average Price: $2,804,591
Median Price: $2,695,000
Another very unique West Austin master planned community, Rob Roy’s 6 sections with different lifestyles appeal to many discerning buyers. The original section of Rob Roy was built in the 1980s and the newer sections were built in the last 10-20 years. One section is behind a 24/7 guard gate, another behind a keypad gate, another is on the lake and another on the creek. Many of the homes sit on estate sized lots and each section has its own HOA. Because Rob Roy spans both sides of Bee Cave Road, it really feels like a collection of independent neighborhoods, rather than one. If you’re looking for luxury homes on estate sized lots, Rob Roy is a great place to start your search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Rob Roy Neighborhood Guide.
Rob Roy Neighborhood Map
Rob Roy Homes for Sale
Senna Hills
Distance to Downtown Austin: 20 minutes, 14 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 22 minutes, 19 miles
Zip Code: 78733
School District: Eanes ISD
Elementary School: Barton Creek
Middle School: West Ridge
High School: Westlake
Lifestyle: Newer, Suburban Community with Amenities
Average Beds/Baths: 5/4
Average SqFt: 3,535
Average Lot Size (Acres):0.29
Average Price: $1,572,223
Median Price: $1,610,000
The most traditional master planned community in West Austin, Senna Hills was built by some of the same builders who are building in the newer master planned communities all around Austin today. Build out completed in 2012, so some of the homes are fairly new compared to other homes in the area. Senna Hills has a community center, basketball court, tennis court, kid’s playground and swimming pool, checking all the boxes for amenities. And, many Senna Hills homes have tile roofs, which gives them a distinct Spanish look and gives home owners a different architectural style. If you’re looking for the most master planned community in West Austin, Senna Hills is a great place to start your search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Senna Hills Neighborhood Guide.
Senna Hills Neighborhood Map
Senna Hills Homes for Sale
Seven Oaks
Distance to Downtown Austin: 18 minutes, 16 miles
Distance to Austin Airport: 16 minutes, 12 miles
Zip Code: 78733
School District: Eanes ISD
Elementary School: Valley View
Middle School: West Ridge
High School: Westlake
Lifestyle: Luxury Estates
Average Beds/Baths: 5/7
Average SqFt: 7,250
Average Lot Size (Acres): 1.513
Average Price: $3,788,605
Median Price: $3,670,000
Seven Oaks is the ideal location for you if you’re looking for a luxury estate with all the amenities you could want on your property. Many of the homes have pools, casitas and views, so they are perfect for entertaining others – or yourself! Many of the homes are also gated, so even though the community itself is not gated, owners can have the piece of mind of additional security. And, with a convenient location off Bee Cave Road, commuting to downtown Austin, the airport or north is a fairly easy trip.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Seven Oaks Neighborhood Guide.
Seven Oaks Neighborhood Map
Seven Oaks Homes for Sale
Average and median price was calculated from ACTRIS data 9/14/2021-9/13/2022.
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