Market Overview for Bee Cave Woods
There are 3 active listings in Bee Cave Woods with a median list price of $1.6M and a median sold price of $1.1M.
Homes average 71 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 11 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $669.
About Bee Cave Woods
Bee Cave Woods is a residential neighborhood in west Austin, Texas, located within the 78746 zip code in Travis County. The subdivision sits near Bee Cave Road (FM 2244) west of Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway), roughly 8 miles west of downtown Austin. The neighborhood is bordered by other established west Austin subdivisions and lies within the Eanes ISD attendance zone. Development in Bee Cave Woods dates primarily to the 1970s and 1980s, with homes set on wooded lots along winding residential streets that follow the area's rolling Hill Country terrain.
Homes in Bee Cave Woods typically range from $600,000 to $1,200,000 depending on lot size, updates, and square footage. Most residences are single-family detached homes ranging from 1,800 to 3,500 square feet, built in ranch and split-level styles common to that construction era. Lot sizes generally range from a quarter acre to over half an acre, with mature oak and juniper tree coverage throughout. Many properties have been renovated or expanded over the decades, and some original homes have been replaced with new construction on existing lots.
Bee Cave Woods is served by Eanes Independent School District. Students in the neighborhood typically attend Valley View Elementary School, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Valley View Elementary serves grades pre-K through 5. Hill Country Middle School serves grades 6 through 8. Westlake High School enrolls approximately 2,600 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers more than 30 Advanced Placement courses, a competitive athletics program, and career and technical education pathways including engineering, multimedia, and health science.
Commuters from Bee Cave Woods reach downtown Austin in approximately 15 to 20 minutes via Loop 360 or Bee Cave Road to MoPac Expressway (Loop 1). The Westlake employment corridor along Loop 360 includes office parks housing technology and financial services firms within a 5-minute drive. The Hill Country Galleria shopping center in Bee Cave is roughly 3 miles west on Bee Cave Road, and the Barton Creek Square Mall is approximately 4 miles east. Grocery options include Randalls and H-E-B locations within 5 minutes along Bee Cave Road and Walsh Tarlton Lane.
Living in Bee Cave Woods
Bee Cave Woods features single-family homes on large wooded lots with mature live oak, cedar elm, and juniper trees providing substantial canopy coverage. Streets wind through the hilly terrain without curbs in some sections, reflecting the 1970s-era development pattern common to west Austin. Most homes include attached two-car garages, and many properties have been updated with modern kitchens, expanded living areas, and outdoor decks or patios that take advantage of the wooded surroundings. The neighborhood does not have a mandatory HOA, though some sections maintain voluntary associations for shared maintenance. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Eanes ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $1.75 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Residents access daily necessities along the Bee Cave Road commercial corridor. Randalls grocery is within a 3-minute drive east, and H-E-B is available at the intersection of Bee Cave Road and Walsh Tarlton Lane. Restaurants along Bee Cave Road include a range of options from casual dining to local eateries. The Hill Country Galleria, located about 3 miles west, includes shops, restaurants, and a 14-screen cinema. The Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at Loop 360 is roughly 3 miles east, providing access to over 12 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails along Barton Creek. Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, a 227-acre nature area, is located approximately 2 miles northeast and offers 2.5 miles of trails through Hill Country terrain.
Things to Do in Bee Cave Woods
- Barton Creek Greenbelt: Over 12 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails along Barton Creek, with the Loop 360 trailhead located approximately 3 miles east. Multiple swimming holes are accessible during wet conditions.
- Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve: 227-acre nature preserve about 2 miles northeast featuring 2.5 miles of trails through Hill Country woodland and a seasonal waterfall.
- Hill Country Galleria: Mixed-use shopping center roughly 3 miles west in Bee Cave with retail shops, restaurants, a 14-screen cinema, and an outdoor amphitheater for live music events.
- Bee Cave Sculpture Park: Public sculpture garden adjacent to the Bee Cave City Hall featuring rotating art installations and walking paths through landscaped grounds.
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County natural swimming area located about 20 miles west along Hamilton Pool Road, featuring a 50-foot waterfall and limestone grotto. Reservations required.
Major Employers in Bee Cave Woods
- National Instruments (NI) (Technology): Test and measurement equipment manufacturer with Austin headquarters employing approximately 3,500 workers, about 8 miles northeast via MoPac.
- Cirrus Logic (Technology): Semiconductor company headquartered in Austin with offices along Loop 360, approximately 5 minutes east of Bee Cave Woods.
- Dimensional Fund Advisors (Financial Services): Investment management firm with Austin offices on Bee Caves Road employing over 1,400 staff globally, within a 5-minute drive.
- St. David's Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital system with the nearest facility on West 38th Street, approximately 10 miles east, employing over 2,000 staff.
Bee Cave Woods Schools
Bee Cave Woods is served by Eanes ISD. Students typically attend Cedar Creek Elementary (Eanes ISD) for elementary school, Hill Country Middle School for middle school, and Westlake High School or Cedar Creek High School for high school.
School District: Eanes ISD
Public Schools
- Cedar Creek Elementary
- Hill Country Middle
- Westlake High School
Pre-Schools
- Stepping Stone School - Westlake - Accredited early education center near Bee Cave Road serving infants through pre-K with research-based curriculum.
- Westlake United Methodist Preschool - Preschool program at Westlake United Methodist Church offering classes for ages 2 through pre-K.
Private Schools
- The Khabele School - Independent school in west Austin serving pre-K through 8 with project-based learning and small class sizes.
- St. Michael's Catholic Academy - Catholic college-preparatory high school on Bee Caves Road serving grades 9-12 with approximately 380 students.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Pinnacle Campus - ACC campus on US 290 West offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and continuing education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Bee Cave Woods Austin
Homes in Bee Cave Woods typically range from $600,000 to $1,200,000 depending on lot size, condition, and square footage. Most residences are single-family homes from 1,800 to 3,500 square feet built in the 1970s and 1980s.
What school district is Bee Cave Woods in
Bee Cave Woods is zoned to Eanes ISD. Students typically attend Valley View Elementary, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Westlake High enrolls approximately 2,600 students and offers over 30 AP courses.
How far is Bee Cave Woods from downtown Austin
Bee Cave Woods is approximately 8 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 15 to 20 minutes via Loop 360 or Bee Cave Road to MoPac Expressway, depending on traffic conditions.
What grocery stores are near Bee Cave Woods
Randalls is within a 3-minute drive east along Bee Cave Road. H-E-B is located at the intersection of Bee Cave Road and Walsh Tarlton Lane. Additional shopping is available at Hill Country Galleria about 3 miles west.
What parks and trails are near Bee Cave Woods
The Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at Loop 360 is roughly 3 miles east with over 12 miles of hiking trails. Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, a 227-acre nature area, is about 2 miles northeast with 2.5 miles of trails.
Does Bee Cave Woods have an HOA
Bee Cave Woods does not have a mandatory HOA. Some sections maintain voluntary associations for shared maintenance items. Property taxes fall under Travis County and Eanes ISD jurisdictions with combined rates near $1.75 per $100 of assessed valuation.