Thinking of moving to the City of West Lake Hills? The city of West Lake Hills is located on the west side of Austin on the edge of the Hill Country. The city developed rapidly in the 1970s and 1980s with many luxury homes in the hills on the south side of the Colorado River, locally known as Lake Austin.
West Lake Hills has a real community feel to it. There is plenty of retail shopping and eateries within the city but maintains its rural aesthetics. The town covers 3.7 square miles, much of which is dedicated to parks and green space, most notably Wild Basin Wilderness Park, a stretch of rolling hills and forests in the city’s northwest corner.
Where is the City of West Lake Hills located?
West Lake is located west of Austin and north of Bee Caves Road and east of Loop 360. It is west of the City of Rollingwood. All of the city of West Lake Hills is located in the 78746 zip code and is assigned to the Eanes Independent School District. The city of West Lake Hills is part of the greater area known as Westlake or Westlake Hills.
The Westlake Hills area is generally the geographic region that is assigned to the Eanes School District. The area includes Austin’s 78733 and other properties located in the Cities of Austin and Rollingwood in the 78746 zip code.
City of West Lake Hills Luxury Homes
Lot sizes are generally larger in West Lake Hills, and larger lots allow for bigger houses. From sprawling estates to modest-sized homes with large yards, the variety lends to a large diversity in architectural aesthetics. From the classic styles of the 60s to ultra-modern contemporaries, to Mediterranean flare, West lake Hills houses a bit of it all. The larger lots also add to the appeal of living here, because homes are generally not close together.
Local Fun in Westlake
For those who like to dine out, there is a good mix of restaurants in West Lake Hills. There are also plenty of recreational centers and boat access to the lake as well. Dedicated green space is preserved for hiking and mountain biking.
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