Lake Travis is quickly becoming one of the go to areas for Austin home buyers. With highly rated schools, a picturesque setting, less traffic than the northern suburbs and easy access to Downtown Austin and Lake Travis, I’m surprised this area didn’t take off earlier than it has. If you’re looking at Lake Travis and have no idea where to start your home search, check out our best Lake Travis neighborhoods list below.
Best Lake Travis Neighborhoods
Below we’ve listed our Best Lake Travis Neighborhoods along with a brief summary, link to our neighborhood guide and a list of homes currently for sale in each. Have questions about our choices? Considering a move to Lake Travis? Call us at (512) 827-8323 or email us at info@11OaksRealty.com.
Best Lake Travis Neighborhoods Map
Below we’ve mapped out these neighborhoods so you can get a sense for where they are in relation to Austin, the Hill Country, the airport, Lake Travis and surrounding areas. The map is interactive, so use it to explore the best Lake Travis neighborhoods.
Sweetwater
Sweetwater is one of Lake Travis’ newest and fastest growing neighborhoods. Residents are immediately drawn to the spectacular amenity center with resort style community pool, clubhouse, splash pad, outdoor firepit, playscape and crushed granite walking trails that are head and shoulders above nearly every other neighborhood in Austin. Many have described Sweetwater as living in a resort. The HOA is extremely active, planning all sorts of activities to give residents an opportunity to meet one another. The energy efficient homes are another draw. Sweetwater’s builders have made a huge effort to make these homes as energy efficient as possible so as to keep them comfortable and keep utility costs down. If you like a Texas Hill Country setting near Lake Travis, Sweetwater is the place for you.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Sweetwater Neighborhood Guide.
Sweetwater Homes for Sale
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Belvedere
Belvedere is known as one of Austin’s best luxury neighborhoods and has been built by some of Austin’s best custom builders. Named a Star Awards and Max Awards Best Overall Community in 2010 and numerous awards for architectural style, Belvedere is the place for you if you want a luxury home on a large lot. Belvedere also has some unique community amenities like a fishing pond, lazy river pool, 80 acre nature preserve, indoor clubhouse with full kitchen and grill and nature trails. The HOA is also active in preserving the integrity of the community and planning neighborhood activities. Belvedere, unlike many neighborhoods in Austin, has many mature oak trees, which keeps the Hill Country feel.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Belvedere Neighborhood Guide.
Belvedere Homes for Sale
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Rocky Creek
With 300 acres of nature preserve, Rocky Creek has more open space than most neighborhoods in Austin and is the ideal neighborhood for someone looking for a new home big enough for a family in a hill country setting, but who doesn’t want an acre of land to maintain. Rocky Creek builders, Drees and Highland, build sensible floor plans that are attractive to today’s buyers with open spaces, two story family rooms, gourmet kitchens and covered patios with grills. Residents also enjoy a community pool, 5 miles of hike and bike trails and playground. The neighborhood was carefully planned to have minimal impact on the land, keeping the ponds, wildlife and views as much as possible.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Rocky Creek Neighborhood Guide.
Rocky Creek Homes for Sale
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Serene Hills
Serene Hills is another one of Lakeway’s new neighborhoods, but what makes this neighborhood unique is it’s Las Colinas Estates section, which features 2-2.5 acre lots and is the only Lake Travis neighborhood this close to 620 and 71 with lots this large. If 2.5 acres isn’t your thing, check out Los Senderos or La Campana, for lots that are more comparable to most master planned communities. One thing you’ll find across all sections of Serene Hills is quality construction that’s far from cookie cutter, which is what attracts most residents. With no neighborhood amenities, residents are encouraged to join local country clubs, which are only minutes away.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Serene Hills Neighborhood Guide.
Serene Hills Homes for Sale
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Rough Hollow
Rough Hollow began construction in the late 2000’s and building is expected to continue for at least another decade. Rough Hollow is one of the best master planned communities with everything from a waterfront mansion to a modest family home. Rough Hollow’s HOA maintains some of the areas best neighborhood amenities with a yacht club and marina, Grille, resort style swimming pool, fitness center overseen by one of the areas top trainers, hike and bike trails, lazy river, splash pad and swim up bar just to name a few. If you’re looking for true resort style living on the lake, Rough Hollow is the place to start your home search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Rough Hollow Neighborhood Guide.
Rough Hollow Homes for Sale
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Flintrock at Hurst Creek
Flintrock at Hurst Creek is a gated, golf community with a Mediterranean feel. Backing to Flintrock Falls Golf Course, many of the homes have golf course views and others are within walking distance to The Hills Country Club making this the perfect neighborhood for someone who loves golf. For those who want the golf atmosphere, but don’t want to back to the golf course, they can choose from the other creek or Hill Country view lots. If you’re looking for luxurious golf course living, Flintrock at Hurst Creek is your neighborhood.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Flintrock at Hurst Creek Neighborhood Guide.
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Spanish Oaks
Spanish Oaks is a gated, luxury golf course community set in a beautiful, Hill Country setting. The neighborhood has rolling hills, larger than average lot sizes, spacious, custom homes and country club within the gates. Spanish Oaks is the premier country club choice for those who are serious about golf. While most golf courses were designed around a neighborhood, Spanish Oaks golf course was planned first and homes were an after thought. The developer wanted to make the golf course as challenging and beautiful as possible. You’ll find fewer homes that back to the golf course and more with Hill Country views. If challenging golf is a must with your lifestyle, Spanish Oaks is the place to start you home search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Spanish Oaks Neighborhood Guide.
Spanish Oaks Homes for Sale
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Considering Buying a Home in One of Lake Travis’ Best Neighborhoods?
We can help you determine whether one of these neighborhoods is the best Lake Travis neighborhood for you, or if there’s something different you’re looking for. With a combined 55+ years of experience in residential real estate, we have the market knowledge to help you navigate the market and get a great deal. Check out our Austin Home Buyers page to learn more about our team and how we work. Then, call us at (512) 827-8323 or email us at info@11OaksRealty.com to schedule a no obligation consultation.