Neighborhood Guide
Westlake / West Lake Hills
Hill Country luxury minutes from downtown
History & Character
The Story of Westlake / West Lake Hills
West Lake Hills incorporated in 1953 as residents sought to preserve the area's rolling, oak-studded terrain from annexation by Austin. Perched on the limestone bluffs above Lake Austin, the community became synonymous with premium real estate, top-ranked Eanes ISD schools, and a quiet, nature-forward lifestyle. The iconic Pennybacker Bridge (360 Bridge), completed in 1982, gave the area one of Central Texas's most photographed landmarks. Despite explosive growth around it, Westlake has maintained strict zoning and large lot requirements, keeping its wooded Hill Country character intact. Residents enjoy quick access to downtown via MoPac or Loop 360 while feeling a world away among deer trails and canyon overlooks.
Local Amenities
What Makes Westlake / West Lake Hills Special
Pennybacker Bridge / 360 Overlook
Mount Bonnell (Covert Park)
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve
Barton Creek Greenbelt access
Lake Austin boat ramps
Eanes ISD — top-rated public schools
Where to Eat
Top Restaurants in Westlake / West Lake Hills
Loro
Tyson Cole and Aaron Franklin collaboration — smoked meats meet Thai flavors
County Line on the Hill
Hill Country views and slow-smoked brisket since 1975
Café Blue
Upscale Med-Tex cuisine in the Barton Creek area
Ziki's
Family-owned Mediterranean grill beloved by locals
Juliet Italian Kitchen
Handmade pastas and wood-fired pizza in nearby Bee Cave
Steiner Ranch Steakhouse
Panoramic Lake Travis views with Hill Country steaks
Active Listings
Homes for Sale in Westlake / West Lake Hills
$1,290,000
2401 E 11th St, Austin
$229,990
2002 Covered Wagon Pass, Austin
$517,000
3400 Santa Fe Dr, Austin
$3,000
900 S 1st St #204, Austin
$1,399,000
6501 Sumac Dr, Austin
$4,000
603 Davis St #902, Austin
$205,000
1905 SAN GABRIEL St #201, Austin
$669,000
3321 Hemlock Ave #2, Austin
$279,000
1311 Exposition Blvd #12, Austin
$3,295
3002 Brinwood Ave, Austin
$3,200
1400 Chippeway Ln, Austin
$1,825,000
1305 Morrow St, Austin
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