Market Overview for Cherry Creek
There are 63 active listings in Cherry Creek with a median list price of $479K and a median sold price of $460K.
Homes average 41 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 31 homes have sold, with 239 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $293.
About Cherry Creek
Cherry Creek is a residential neighborhood in Austin, situated in southwest Austin within the 78748 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood is positioned along the US 290 West, SH 71, Loop 360 corridor and FM 1826, approximately 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360 from downtown Austin. Cherry Creek is part of the broader southwest Austin residential landscape that has seen ongoing development and population growth as the Austin metropolitan area continues to expand outward from the city core into surrounding communities.
Homes in Cherry Creek are primarily single-family residences that reflect the development patterns typical of Travis County communities in the southwest Austin area. The neighborhood offers housing options ranging from newer construction to established homes, depending on the section and phase of development. Properties in this part of Travis County generally sit on standard suburban lot sizes, with some sections featuring larger homesites. Nearby amenities include H-E-B, Whole Foods Market, Randalls, along with restaurants and retail along Bee Cave and Dripping Springs.
Cherry Creek is served by Austin ISD. Students in the neighborhood typically attend Cowan for elementary grades, Bailey for middle school, and Akins for high school. Austin ISD operates multiple campuses across the southwest Austin region and has maintained consistent enrollment growth in recent years.
Cherry Creek residents benefit from proximity to Hamilton Pool Preserve and Reimers Ranch for outdoor recreation, as well as commercial areas along Bee Cave for shopping and dining. The commute to downtown Austin from Cherry Creek is 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360, primarily via US 290 West or SH 71. Major employers accessible from the neighborhood include Ascension Seton Medical Center and Dripping Springs ISD, both within a reasonable commuting distance. Grocery shopping is available at nearby H-E-B and Whole Foods Market locations. The southwest Austin area continues to attract new residents and families drawn to the combination of residential settings, quality Austin ISD schools, and convenient access to Austin's major employment centers and entertainment districts.
Living in Cherry Creek
Cherry Creek provides a residential setting in the Austin area of Travis County with access to local amenities, schools, and parks. The neighborhood draws a mix of families, working professionals, and established homeowners who value the southwest Austin location and its proximity to both suburban conveniences and Austin's urban core. Nearby grocery options include H-E-B, Whole Foods Market, Randalls, and dining options are available along Bee Cave and Dripping Springs. Austin ISD serves the area, with students attending Cowan, Bailey, and Akins.
The commute to downtown Austin from Cherry Creek is 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360, primarily using US 290 West or SH 71. Residents have access to outdoor recreation at Hamilton Pool Preserve and Reimers Ranch, and the broader southwest Austin area offers additional parks, trails, and green spaces for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The neighborhood is part of the southwest Austin growth corridor that has seen continued residential development, retail expansion, and infrastructure investment as the Austin metro's population has grown. New commercial services, dining options, and recreational amenities continue to open along major corridors serving the southwest Austin community and its surrounding neighborhoods.
Things to Do in Cherry Creek
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: 232-acre Travis County preserve with a 50-foot natural waterfall and jade-green swimming pool, reservations required.
- Dripping Springs Distilleries: Multiple craft distilleries including Deep Eddy Vodka and Treaty Oak with tasting rooms and tours along the Dripping Springs distillery trail.
- Pedernales Falls State Park: 5,212-acre state park with river swimming, 20 miles of hiking trails, and dramatic limestone falls along the Pedernales River.
- Fitzhugh Road Wineries: Hill Country wine trail with multiple tasting rooms and vineyards along scenic Fitzhugh Road southwest of Dripping Springs.
- Hill Country Galleria: Open-air mixed-use development in Bee Cave with over 100 shops, restaurants, and a 14-screen movie theater.
Major Employers in Cherry Creek
- Ascension Seton Medical Center (Healthcare): Full-service hospital providing Level IV trauma center services to southwest Austin and Hill Country communities.
- Dripping Springs ISD (Education): Growing school district with multiple campuses serving the Dripping Springs and southwest Austin area.
- Permian Basin employers (Energy): Several energy company satellite offices located along SH 71 and US 290 corridors.
- Hill Country retail employers (Retail): Hill Country Galleria and Bee Cave area shopping centers employ hundreds in retail, dining, and services.
Cherry Creek Schools
Cherry Creek is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Cowan Elementary or Kocurek Elementary or Cunningham Elementary or Sunset Valley Elementary for elementary school, Covington Middle School or Bailey Middle School for middle school, and Bowie High School or Akins High School or Crockett High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Cowan Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Kocurek Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Cunningham Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Sunset Valley Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Covington Middle School - Middle school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Bailey Middle School - Middle school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Bowie High School - High school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Akins High School - High school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Crockett High School - High school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Cowan Elementary - Elementary school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Bailey Middle School - Middle school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
- Akins High School - High school serving the Cherry Creek area in Austin ISD.
Private Schools
- Summit Christian Academy - Private Christian school in nearby Cedar Park serving PreK through 12th grade
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves Cherry Creek?
Cherry Creek is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Cowan for elementary grades, Bailey for middle school, and Akins for high school. The district serves the broader southwest Austin community.
How far is Cherry Creek from downtown Austin?
Cherry Creek is located in southwest Austin and the commute to downtown Austin is 25-40 minutes via SH 71 or Loop 360. Primary routes include US 290 West and SH 71. During peak rush hour, commute times may be longer depending on traffic conditions along these corridors.
What is there to do near Cherry Creek?
Residents of Cherry Creek have access to several recreational options in the southwest Austin area. Hamilton Pool Preserve and Dripping Springs Distilleries are within a short drive. The area also offers dining and shopping options along Bee Cave and Dripping Springs, with additional entertainment and recreation throughout the Austin metro.
What county is Cherry Creek in?
Cherry Creek is located in Travis County, Texas, within the greater Austin metropolitan area. The neighborhood falls within the Austin ISD attendance zone and the 78748 zip code. Travis County provides local government services including road maintenance, law enforcement, and parks.
What grocery stores are near Cherry Creek?
Nearby grocery options for Cherry Creek residents include H-E-B, Whole Foods Market, Randalls, and other retailers. These stores are accessible along US 290 West and serve the southwest Austin community. Additional shopping and dining options are available along the major commercial corridors in the area.
What zip code is Cherry Creek in?
Cherry Creek is located in the 78748 zip code in Travis County, Texas. The neighborhood is served by Austin ISD and is part of the southwest Austin area. The 78748 zip code includes several nearby neighborhoods and communities.
