Westlake

Westlake is where Austin's most successful residents retreat to live among the live oaks and limestone hills. The neighborhood — technically a collection of communities including Westlake Hills, Rollingwood, and parts of unincorporated Travis County — cascades down the western hills toward Lake Austin, with many homes commanding sweeping views of the water or the verdant canyon below. The centerpiece for most families is Eanes ISD, which consistently ranks as one of the top school districts in Texas. Westlake High School's football program is the stuff of Texas legend, and the academic programs attract families willing to pay substantial premiums for the zip code. Beyond schools, life revolves around the lake — weekends mean boat parties, paddleboarding, and dinners at waterfront restaurants accessible only by water. The Hill Country Galleria provides retail convenience, while the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve offers 2.5 miles of trails through pristine Hill Country landscape.

Westlake, Austin, Texas, United States