Located just 6 miles west of downtown Austin , Westlake Hills is one of the most coveted towns in the Austin area for owning real estate. Although the town has a population of only 3,100, the residents place a particular emphasis on educational excellence and on enjoying a high standard of living. In fact, the average income of Westlake Hills is well above the national average and its residents tend to be older and well grounded, with the average age of its residents being 43.
The majority of the residents living in Westlake Hills are employed in professional, technological, or science-related fields. Therefore, it should come to no surprise that education should be of such a high priority to Westlake Hills residents. In fact, the Eanes ISD has received the distinction of being named one of the top 25 districts in all of Texas . The local high school has also been listed as a U.S. Blue Ribbon School and offers a variety of Advanced Placement courses to its students.
There are many communities in Westlake Hills in which residents may choose to live. These include: Davenport Ranch
- Las Lomas
- Lost Creek
- Rob Roy
- Rollingwood
- Treemont
Each of the communities offers its residents access to great outdoor recreational opportunities. Hiking and biking trails are found in abundance and golf is a major sport in the area. In fact, four 18 hole championship courses that have been designed by the likes of Arnold Palmer, Tom Fazio, and Ben Crenshaw can be found in the town. Couple this with the fact that the beautiful Lake Travis can be accessed from Westlake and that the town offers approximately 200 businesses and you truly have a paradise for any family or couple looking for a great place to live.