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About Northwest Austin Real Estate

By Tatyana Selezneva

One of Austin’s prized and pictorial areas, Northwest Austin has stunning scenery of the gorgeous Texas Hill Country. The communities here are full of charm, feeling authentic and well established. Neighborhoods are a short distance away from the offices at Silicon Hills where many of the residents work. The Northwest region holds true natural beauty with quite a few public wildlife parks, playgrounds, pools and other green spaces to discover [Read more about Northwest Austin...]

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6203 Ledge Mountain Drive, Austin, TX - $9,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,668 SQFT
  • 301 DOM
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Welcome To Your Fully Furnished Oasis Nestled In The Rolling Hills Of Northwest Hills On Cat Mountain. This Meticulously Curated Spanish-style Home Is A True Showstopper, Offering A Unique And Enchanting Living Experience. Recently Remodeled And D...

Compass RE Texas, LLC

6706 W Courtyard Drive, Austin, TX - $8,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 3,612 SQFT
  • 9 DOM
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Privately Gated In The Prestigious Shepherd Mountain Community With Breathtaking Hill Country Views. As You Step Inside, You'll Be Captivated By The Newly Installed Hardwood Floors, Which Seamlessly Guide You Through The Home's Open And Inviting S...

KW-Austin Portfolio RealEstate

3911 Dry Creek Drive, Austin, TX - $6,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,124 SQFT
  • 54 DOM
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Absolutely Incredible Remodel In Coveted Northwest Hills! Stunning Interior Upgrades Throughout The Entirety Of This Home. Gorgeous 5” Natural Hickory Engineered Hardwood Floors, Level 5 Smooth Drywall, New Windows And Fully Renovated Bathrooms. C...

Compass RE Texas, LLC

5505 Driftwood Drive, Austin, TX - $6,200

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,885 SQFT
  • 14 DOM
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Welcome To This Stunning Custom-built Home By Renowned Architect Marly Porter Of Living Architecture, Known For Beautiful Residential Spaces As Well As One World Theater.located In The Desirable Neighborhood Of Lakewood Village In Northwest Hills,...

The Agency Austin

12529 Enchanted Forest Drive, Austin, TX - $6,000

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,070 SQFT
  • 115 DOM
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Completely Furnished!elevate Your Austin Experience With This Luxurious Open Concept Home, Nestled In A Peaceful Community. A Quick Drive From The City’s Finest Shopping, Night Life And Dining At The Domain. Multiple Entertaining And Dining Settin...

Kifer Sparks Agency, LLC

11000 Cut Plains Loop, Austin, TX - $5,800

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,200 SQFT
  • 12 DOM
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Partially Furnished. Located In Gated Community Close To Lake Austin, Shopping, Golf And Much More- Approx. 11 Miles To Downtown Austin! Soft Contemporary Home With Luxury Finish Out: High Ceilings, Stone Fire Place, Gourmet Kitchen, Incredible Pr...

Berkshire Hathaway TX Realty

5302 Musket Ridge, Austin, TX - $5,800

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,355 SQFT
  • 28 DOM
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Beautiful And Spacious Executive Home In Desirable Great Hills/arboretum Area! Pool And Yard Maintenance Included In The Lease Price Allowing You Greater Freedom. If You Travel A Lot You Can Just Lock And Leave The House Knowing That The Property ...

Paul Williams, Broker
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3908 Balcones Woods Drive, Austin, TX - $5,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,028 SQFT
  • 5 DOM
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One Of-a-kind Professionally Designed And Built To Fuse Austin Charm With Modern Luxury. This Dreamy Home Sits On A Massive Private Lot, With No Neighbors To The Rear. Unbeatable Location, In The Highly Sought-after Balcones Woods Community. You A...

Fuse Realty, LLC
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10700 Hastings Lane, Austin, TX - $5,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,966 SQFT
  • 31 DOM
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Magnificent 4 Bedroom, 4 Full Bath Newer Home Nested In A Quiet And Private Neighborhood. The Contemporary 3966 Sqft Home Has Soaring High Ceilings, Arches, Detailed Wood Work And Oversized Windows Looking Out Over The Lush Greenery. Ideal For Hom...

Agent Realty

7406 Curly Leaf Cove, Austin, TX - $5,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,315 SQFT
  • 32 DOM
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Beautiful & Spacious Single Story, Recently Updated With Spectacular Panoramic Views From Resort-like Backyard W/pool On Private Col-de-sac Residence In Jester Estates! Home Features Wood Floors, Open Floor Plan, Updated Kitchen With Granite Count...

Keller Williams Realty

8810 Mountain Path Circle, Austin, TX - $5,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,074 SQFT
  • 35 DOM
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Location, Location, Location!!! Gorgeous Renovated Home On Quiet Street In Highly Sought-after Northwest Hills! This Home Is Great For Extended Family Or Multigenerational Living As It Offers 3 Generously Sized Bedrooms With Ensuite Baths + 2 Seco...

Nest Properties Austin

8509 Honeysuckle Trail, Austin, TX - $5,500

Residential Lease, Single Family Residence
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,097 SQFT
  • 62 DOM
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Rare Find Newer Built Home In The Northwest Hills Community. This 2 Story Beauty Features High Ceilings & Tons Of Natural Light Throughout. Energy Efficient Home W/ Fully Owned Solar Makes For Low Utility Bills. Main Floor Primary Bedroom Sits At ...

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Northwest Austin Neighborhoods

Northwest Austin has a picturesque view of valleys and hilltops as well as lush foliage of the century old oak trees. There are some charming, idyllic parks with mature trees shading the hiking trails and clear, rocky creeks. Mid-century homes sit in the midst of the beautiful landscape, many of them featuring large trees in their yards as well as sizeable floor plans and generous lots. The proximity to scenic views and nature parks has made the homes in this area appreciate in value quickly which bodes well for the future of the region.

The Northwest Austin area is located near the major highways of 183, 45, Mopac and I-35. Some of the most desirable neighborhoods to live in are the Arboretum, Anderson Mill, Great Hills, Balcones Woods, Milwood, Northwest Hills, Jollyville, and Mesa Park. The area includes the 78726, 78727, 78729, 78730, 78731, 78732, 78750, 78759 zip codes.

Some master planned communities in the area such as Anderson Mill have excellent private amenities including multiple tennis courts and pristine pools that aren’t accessible to those not living in the neighborhood.

The vast majority of available housing in Northwest Austin is comprised of single-family homes, townhouses and condos with vacant land being extremely rare and highly sought after. There is a wide variety of architectural styles including mid-century modern, traditional, functional, and high tech sustainable homes for the environmentally conscious home buyers. It is an attractive place to settle in order to stay close to the scenic Hill Country and enjoy all the perks of quiet suburban living.

Northwest Austin Lifestyle

Life in Northwest Austin offers people access to a lot of outdoor recreation activities at local parks, as well as the awe-inspiring views of the Texas Hill Country.The region is located right between downtown and Barton Creek, while Lake Travis is a short drive away to the West. Locals also enjoy swimming, boating, kayaking, hiking and biking at the multitude of public parks available to explore.

Many communities in Northwest Austin are built around well kept golf clubs including Balcones Country Club, River Place Country Club and the University of Texas Golf Club.

The Northwest Recreation Center offers residents both indoor and outdoor activities making it perfect for youth sports, dance, yoga and other community-building events. The people here also have access to exquisite fine dining and a fun shopping experience at the Domain, Lakeline Mall or Arboretum. Northwest Austin residents are able to stay close to the city center but still enjoy the Hill Country’s peaceful parks and serene lakes.

Northwest Austin Schools

Due to the sprawling nature of Northwest Austin, the communities are served by a variety of different school districts depending upon the geographical location of residents. A few years ago the region became too big for Austin Independent School District (AISD) to serve everyone so several smaller school districts popped up including Lake Travis ISD, Leander ISD, and Round Rock ISD. However, AISD still serves a few neighborhood in Northwest Austin. School Districts only accept students that live geographically within the district that they serve and determine whether a student living outside the district may be eligible to attend due to special circumstances, specific talents or programs only provided by certain schools.

Due to the sprawling nature of Northwest Austin, the communities are served by a variety of different school districts depending upon the geographical location of residents. A few years ago the region became too big for Austin Independent School District (AISD) to serve everyone so several smaller school districts popped up including Lake Travis ISD, Leander ISD, and Round Rock ISD. However, AISD still serves a few neighborhood in Northwest Austin. School Districts only accept students that live geographically within the district that they serve and determine whether a student living outside the district may be eligible to attend due to special circumstances, specific talents or programs only provided by certain schools.

The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS) from June 1st, 2023 at 10:17am CDT. Neither the Board nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein "AS IS" and without any warranty, express or implied. Data maintained by the Board or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.