Market Overview for Bee Creek Hills
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About Bee Creek Hills
Bee Creek Hills is a residential subdivision in unincorporated western Travis County, Texas, within the 78746 zip code. The neighborhood is located east of Bee Cave Road (FM 2244) and is accessed primarily from Canon Wren Drive. The community sits in the Hill Country terrain west of Austin, roughly 10 miles from downtown. Bee Creek, a tributary that feeds into Lake Austin, runs through the surrounding landscape and gives the neighborhood its name.
Homes in Bee Creek Hills sit on lots of approximately one acre, making it one of the few neighborhoods in the 78746 zip code with that level of lot size. Properties range from approximately 2,700 to 4,600 square feet with three- to five-bedroom floor plans. Resale prices typically range from $800,000 to $1,800,000 depending on home size, condition, and lot characteristics. Construction in the subdivision dates primarily to the mid-1980s through the 1990s, with exterior materials including limestone, stucco, and wood siding over Hill Country terrain with mature oak canopy.
Bee Creek Hills is served by Eanes Independent School District, one of the top-rated districts in Texas. Students are typically zoned to Bridge Point Elementary School, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Bridge Point Elementary is the largest elementary campus in Eanes ISD with enrollment near 600 students. Hill Country Middle School serves approximately 900 students in grades 6 through 8. Westlake High School enrolls roughly 2,850 students and is ranked in the top 1% of Texas high schools, offering AP courses, career and technical education pathways, and a strong athletics program.
Commuters from Bee Creek Hills reach downtown Austin in approximately 15 to 20 minutes via Bee Cave Road to MoPac Expressway. The Bee Cave and Lakeway commercial corridors along Highway 71 are within a 10-minute drive to the west, providing grocery stores, restaurants, and retail. Capital Metro does not serve this area directly, so private vehicles are the primary mode of transportation. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave offers Whole Foods Market, restaurants, and retail shops roughly 5 miles west.
Living in Bee Creek Hills
Bee Creek Hills features one-acre homesites set among Hill Country terrain with limestone outcroppings, native live oaks, and canyon views. The neighborhood has a secluded character with limited through traffic and no commercial development within its boundaries. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Eanes ISD jurisdictions, with Eanes ISD carrying one of the higher school tax rates in the metro area. An HOA maintains neighborhood standards with monthly dues averaging approximately $28.
Daily errands from Bee Creek Hills are handled along Bee Cave Road and Highway 71. The Randalls grocery store at Bee Cave Road and Walsh Tarlton Lane is roughly 2 miles east, and Whole Foods Market at the Hill Country Galleria is about 5 miles west. The Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at the Gus Fruh entrance is approximately 4 miles east, offering hiking and swimming access. Westlake-area restaurants along Bee Cave Road include Cafe Blue, Zax Restaurant, and Cover 3. The Rob and Bessie Welder Park on Rollingwood Drive provides a playground and sports courts roughly 3 miles east.
Things to Do in Bee Creek Hills
- Barton Creek Greenbelt: 7.9-mile trail system accessible from Gus Fruh entrance roughly 4 miles east, with hiking, rock climbing, and swimming holes along Barton Creek.
- Hill Country Galleria: Open-air shopping center in Bee Cave roughly 5 miles west with Whole Foods Market, retail stores, restaurants, and a live music amphitheater.
- Rob and Bessie Welder Park: Neighborhood park roughly 3 miles east in Rollingwood with a playground, covered basketball court, and open green space.
- Bee Cave Sculpture Park: Outdoor sculpture installation along Highway 71 in Bee Cave featuring rotating works from Texas artists, roughly 5 miles west.
- Lake Austin: Colorado River reservoir accessible from boat ramps within 3 miles, offering kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing along the western Travis County shoreline.
Major Employers in Bee Creek Hills
- Eanes ISD (Education): School district employing approximately 1,100 staff members across 9 campuses in the Westlake area, within 5 miles of the neighborhood.
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor company with Austin design center roughly 8 miles east, employing several hundred engineers.
- Charles Schwab (Financial Services): Investor services headquarters in Westlake with a large campus roughly 5 miles south, employing thousands in the Austin area.
- Whole Foods Market (Grocery Retail): Global headquarters in downtown Austin roughly 10 miles east, employing over 3,000 workers at the main campus.
Bee Creek Hills Schools
Bee Creek Hills is zoned to Eanes ISD, with Bridge Point Elementary, Hill Country Middle, and Westlake High School serving the area.
School District: Eanes ISD
Public Schools
- Bridge Point Elementary School - Eanes ISD campus and the district's largest elementary school with enrollment near 600 students serving grades K-5.
- Hill Country Middle School - Eanes ISD campus serving grades 6-8 with approximately 900 students in the Westlake area.
- Westlake High School - Eanes ISD campus enrolling roughly 2,850 students, ranked in the top 1% of Texas high schools with extensive AP course offerings.
Pre-Schools
- Westlake United Methodist Preschool - Church-based preschool on Bee Cave Road serving ages 2 through pre-K with half-day and full-day options.
- The Goddard School - Westlake - Early education center near Bee Cave Road offering infant through pre-K programs with play-based curriculum.
Private Schools
- St. Michael's Catholic Academy - Catholic college-preparatory high school in Austin enrolling approximately 370 students in grades 9-12, roughly 6 miles east.
- The Regis School of the Sacred Heart - Private Catholic school serving grades pre-K through 8 on Westlake Drive, approximately 4 miles east.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Pinnacle Campus - Two-year college campus in the Bee Cave area offering associate degrees and workforce programs, roughly 6 miles west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bee Creek Hills in Austin
Bee Creek Hills is located in unincorporated western Travis County within the 78746 zip code. The neighborhood is accessed from Canon Wren Drive off Bee Cave Road (FM 2244), roughly 10 miles west of downtown Austin.
What do homes cost in Bee Creek Hills
Homes in Bee Creek Hills typically range from $800,000 to $1,800,000. Properties sit on approximately one-acre lots with homes of 2,700 to 4,600 square feet, built primarily in the mid-1980s through the 1990s.
What school district is Bee Creek Hills in
Bee Creek Hills is served by Eanes Independent School District. Students typically attend Bridge Point Elementary, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School, which is ranked in the top 1% of Texas high schools.
How far is Bee Creek Hills from downtown Austin
Bee Creek Hills is approximately 10 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 15 to 20 minutes via Bee Cave Road to MoPac Expressway depending on traffic conditions.
What is the lot size in Bee Creek Hills
Lots in Bee Creek Hills are approximately one acre each. The neighborhood is one of the few communities in the 78746 zip code offering lots of that size, set among Hill Country terrain with mature oak canopy and canyon views.
Does Bee Creek Hills have an HOA
Bee Creek Hills has a homeowners association with monthly dues averaging approximately $28. The HOA maintains neighborhood standards and helps preserve the character of the community.