By Clay Byrne, Founder of Byrne Real Estate Group | Austin Real Estate Agents | Lifetime Austin Realtor
The Short Answer
Westlake Highlands is an established hillside neighborhood in west Austin, off Westlake Drive and Redbud Trail near Lake Austin, with Eanes ISD schools and mature trees. As Clay Byrne of Byrne Real Estate Group, I see buyers choose it for the hill country setting, lake access nearby and a 10 to 15 minute drive to downtown. Lots, views and updates vary a lot, so price each home on its own street.
I’m Clay Byrne, founder of Byrne Real Estate Group. Westlake Highlands is just up the road from our Bee Caves Road office, and it’s one of those west Austin neighborhoods people fall for on the first drive through. Here’s what to know.
Where is Westlake Highlands?
Westlake Highlands sits in the hills of West Lake Hills and unincorporated 78746, close to Westlake Drive and Lake Austin. There is no single official boundary map, so I check the subdivision name on the appraisal district record for every home. Homes are mostly from the 1960s through the 1980s with plenty of updated and rebuilt homes mixed in. Lots are wooded and sloped, so many homes have tree-top or hill views.
Local anchors:
- Lake Austin and the views from the Pennybacker Bridge (Loop 360) overlook.
- Red Bud Isle and Mount Bonnell, a short drive away.
- Westlake shopping along Bee Caves Road and Loop 360, including Davenport Village.
- Barton Creek Greenbelt trailheads to the south.
The Pennybacker Bridge at sunset, a few minutes from Westlake Highlands. Photo: "Pennybacker bridge sunset 2006" by Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where is Westlake Highlands on the map?
What do homes cost in Westlake Highlands?
Westlake Highlands doesn’t have its own MLS report. The closest public number is ZIP 78746, which also covers Rollingwood and West Lake Hills. In October 2026, single-family homes in ZIP 78746 sold at a median of $2,108,000, at an average of $676 per square foot, with a median of 39 days on market and 4.79 months of supply as of Nov 2, 2026 (Unlock MLS, ZIP 78746 single-family, October 2026, pulled Nov 2, 2026).
Lowest and highest sale in Westlake Highlands, last 3 years: 21 single-family homes in Westlake Highlands closed in MLS from November 2023 to November 2026, from a low of $955,000 to a high of $6.5M+, with an average of $2,256,762 (Unlock MLS, closed single-family sales Nov 2023 to Nov 2026, pulled Nov 3, 2026). I show the top as a “+” figure because some of the biggest Westlake Highlands sales close off-market and never show up in MLS.
Inside Westlake Highlands, price depends on the view, the slope, the lot and how updated the home is. I pull recent sales on your exact street, not just the ZIP number.
Which schools serve Westlake Highlands?
Westlake Highlands is in Eanes ISD, rated A (94 out of 100) by the Texas Education Agency (txschools.gov, 2025-26 reporting). Elementary zoning varies by street, and secondary students typically attend Eanes campuses including Westlake High School. Elementary assignment can change from one street to the next, so look up each address with the Eanes ISD boundary map and school search.
Lake Austin from above, the backdrop for life in Westlake Highlands. Photo: "Lake Austin from overlook" by Daniel Ziegler, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Who is Westlake Highlands a good fit for?
- Families who want Eanes ISD and a hill country setting close to downtown.
- Buyers who want a view or a big, wooded lot.
- Move-up buyers ready to renovate an older home in a great location.
Who might not love it: buyers who want flat, walkable streets, sidewalks everywhere, or an entry-level price.
Comparing west Austin areas? Read our guides to West Lake Hills, Rollingwood and Lost Creek.
Lake Austin, a short drive from Westlake Highlands. Photo: "Lake austin 2005" by Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How does Byrne Real Estate Group help buyers win in Westlake Highlands?
Buying here usually means competing for a small number of homes. My team at Byrne Real Estate Group gives you a few tools most buyers never get.
- The Byrne Buyer Guarantee comes with every buyer we represent. If you buy with us, live in the home and don’t love it, we’ll sell it for you with no listing fee for up to 18 months after closing. Read the details on our Guarantees page.
- Our integrated mortgage through Buyer’s Rate Mortgage (NMLS #2565699) keeps your agent and your loan team under one roof, so nobody is guessing about your approval when a great Westlake Highlands home hits the market. It’s always optional.
- The 3-2-1 program from Buyer’s Rate Mortgage helps eligible buyers with cash to close. It’s ongoing, with no expiration date. Ask us whether you qualify.
- Our Private Network means we sometimes hear about Westlake Highlands homes before they’re listed publicly.
- Home Services is our concierge vendor program, run by our Client Experience team. Need paint, drywall, ceiling fans, light fixtures, a pet sitter, Christmas lights or even a job connection after the move? Call us. We’ve used these vendors for years, in our own homes. They charge fair prices and come back to fix anything that’s wrong. We handle the logistics. You OK the price before any work starts and pay the vendor directly.
Want to see what you can afford first? Start on our buy a home page or try the mortgage calculator.
Thinking about selling in Westlake Highlands? Here’s how I’d do it.
Start with a number. Get your free Westlake Highlands home value here. Then let’s talk about which path fits you.
- Listing programs built around your situation. Premier Pro, Ultimate Showcase and Seller Blitz each come with active marketing: professional photography, open houses, social media, our newsletter, and a Private Network preview on the plans that include it. Terms are flexible, based on your situation. See how we sell homes.
- The Guaranteed Cash Offer if certainty matters more than top dollar. You get a written cash offer within 48 hours, with no repairs or prep. See our cash offer page.
- The Easy Exit Guarantee lets you cancel your listing any time before an offer comes in, with no fee and no penalty. Details are on our Guarantees page.
- Seller Rescue for homeowners who are behind on payments or facing foreclosure. It’s confidential. Start at Seller Rescue.
- Home Services to get the house ready. Our Client Experience team lines up the painter, the handyman or the landscaper and handles the scheduling. You approve every price and pay the vendor directly.
Buying your next home too? Our integrated mortgage with Buyer’s Rate Mortgage (NMLS #2565699) lets one team plan both moves together.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Fact | Detail | Source & date |
|---|---|---|
| ZIP code | 78746 | U.S. Postal Service ZIP lookup, Nov 2026 |
| School district | Eanes ISD, A (94/100) | TEA, txschools.gov, 2025-26 reporting |
| Lowest and highest sale (last 3 years) | $955,000 to $6.5M+ (21 sales, average $2,256,762) | Unlock MLS, closed single-family sales Nov 2023 to Nov 2026, pulled Nov 3, 2026 |
| ZIP 78746 median sale price, Oct 2026 | $2,108,000 | Unlock MLS, ZIP 78746 single-family, October 2026, pulled Nov 2, 2026 |
| ZIP 78746 average price per sq ft, Oct 2026 | $676 | Unlock MLS, ZIP 78746 single-family, October 2026, pulled Nov 2, 2026 |
| ZIP 78746 median days on market, Oct 2026 | 39 | Unlock MLS, ZIP 78746 single-family, October 2026, pulled Nov 2, 2026 |
FAQs
Is Westlake Highlands a good place to live?
Yes, for buyers who want Eanes ISD, wooded hillside lots and quick access to Lake Austin and downtown. I am Clay Byrne of Byrne Real Estate Group, and the trade-offs I point out are price, hilly streets and limited inventory.
What school district is Westlake Highlands in?
Westlake Highlands is in Eanes ISD, which the Texas Education Agency rated A (94) for 2025-26 reporting. My team at Byrne Real Estate Group recommends confirming campus zoning by address with Eanes ISD.
How much do homes cost in Westlake Highlands?
There is no separate MLS report for the neighborhood. ZIP 78746 had an October 2026 single-family median of $2,108,000 per Unlock MLS. I am Clay Byrne, and I price each home from street-level sales.
How can I buy in Westlake Highlands?
Get pre-approved through the integrated mortgage with Buyer’s Rate Mortgage (NMLS #2565699) and ask about the 3-2-1 cash-to-close program. Buyers who work with my team at Byrne Real Estate Group get the Byrne Buyer Guarantee and Private Network access.
How do I sell my Westlake Highlands home?
Check your free home value, then compare a listing program with active marketing against a Guaranteed Cash Offer. My team at Byrne Real Estate Group includes the Easy Exit Guarantee and can handle prep through Home Services.
Get Started
Call or text (512) 942-7880 or get started at byrne-austin.com. Curious who you’d be working with? Read why buyers and sellers choose Clay Byrne.
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About the Author
I’m Clay Byrne, Founder and Real Estate Agent at Byrne Real Estate Group, a 29-year Austin real estate agent, and a lifetime Austin Realtor. I’ve been in the Austin market since 1997, with $1B+ in career transaction volume.
Sources: Unlock MLS, ZIP 78746 single-family, October 2026, pulled Nov 2, 2026; Unlock MLS, closed single-family sales Nov 2023 to Nov 2026, pulled Nov 3, 2026; Texas Education Agency (txschools.gov); U.S. Postal Service. Photos via Wikimedia Commons as credited.
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