Market Overview for Costa Bella
There are 3 active listings in Costa Bella with a median list price of $2.2M and a median sold price of $2.6M.
Homes average 125 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 1 homes have sold, with 6 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $390.
About Costa Bella
Costa Bella is a waterfront residential community located on the shores of Lake Travis in the Austin, Texas metropolitan area, within the 78734 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood sits along Bee Creek Road west of Lakeway, approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin. Costa Bella was developed in the mid-2000s as a gated community with direct Lake Travis access, including a private marina, boat ramp, and boat slips. The community occupies a peninsula-like position on the southern shore of Lake Travis, with water views from many of the homesites.
Homes in Costa Bella typically range from $700,000 to $2,500,000 depending on square footage, waterfront position, and lot size. Properties include custom-built single-family homes ranging from 2,500 to 6,000 square feet on lots of one-quarter to over one acre. Architectural styles include Mediterranean-influenced designs with stucco exteriors, stone accents, tile roofing, and arched entryways. Many homes feature outdoor living spaces with pools, covered patios, and views of Lake Travis. Waterfront lots with private docks command the highest prices within the community.
Costa Bella is served by Lake Travis Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Bee Cave Elementary School, Bee Cave Middle School (opening planned), and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis ISD operates 11 campuses serving approximately 11,500 students across the Lake Travis corridor. Lake Travis High School enrolls roughly 2,900 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers Advanced Placement courses, International Baccalaureate preparation, and career and technical education programs. The district has received TEA A ratings and maintains a graduation rate above 96 percent.
Commuters from Costa Bella reach downtown Austin in approximately 35 to 45 minutes via RR 620 to Loop 360 or via SH 71 to MoPac Expressway. The Bee Cave commercial corridor along RR 620, roughly 5 miles south, includes the Hill Country Galleria shopping center, medical offices, and restaurants. The Lakeway employment area includes healthcare facilities and professional services offices within a 10-minute drive. Boat access to Lake Travis from the community marina provides direct recreation on the 18,929-acre reservoir managed by the Lower Colorado River Authority.
Living in Costa Bella
Costa Bella is a gated community with controlled access, landscaped medians, and winding streets that follow the contours of the Lake Travis shoreline. Homes sit on terraced lots with native landscaping including live oak, juniper, and Texas sage. The community amenities include a private marina with boat slips, a boat ramp, a community pool, a clubhouse, and walking paths along the waterfront. HOA fees cover gate maintenance, common-area landscaping, marina operations, and road upkeep within the community. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Lake Travis ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $1.75 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Daily life at Costa Bella involves a short drive to the Bee Cave and Lakeway commercial areas for shopping and dining. The Hill Country Galleria, located approximately 5 miles south on RR 620, offers over 100 shops and restaurants along with a Whole Foods Market. H-E-B Lakeway is roughly 3 miles east on Lohmans Crossing Road. Waterfront recreation is a central feature of the area, with Lake Travis providing boating, fishing, kayaking, and swimming access. Pace Bend Park, a 1,368-acre Travis County park on the opposite shore, is accessible by boat or a 15-minute drive. Falconhead Golf Club, an 18-hole course approximately 6 miles south, offers public tee times.
Things to Do in Costa Bella
- Lake Travis: 18,929-acre reservoir managed by the Lower Colorado River Authority offering boating, fishing, swimming, and kayaking. Costa Bella provides private marina access.
- Pace Bend Park: 1,368-acre Travis County park on Lake Travis with swimming areas, cliff jumping spots, camping, and 9 miles of shoreline. Accessible by boat or a 15-minute drive.
- Hill Country Galleria: Open-air mixed-use center in Bee Cave approximately 5 miles south with over 100 shops, restaurants, and a live music amphitheater.
- Falconhead Golf Club: 18-hole public golf course approximately 6 miles south in Bee Cave with Hill Country terrain and views of the surrounding landscape.
- Lakeway Resort and Spa: Full-service resort on Lake Travis approximately 4 miles east offering spa services, dining, a marina, and tennis courts.
Major Employers in Costa Bella
- Lake Travis ISD (Education): Travis County school district employing over 1,800 staff across 11 campuses in the Lake Travis corridor.
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on RR 620 in Lakeway employing over 400 staff, approximately 5 miles south of Costa Bella.
- Indeed (Technology): Job search platform with Austin headquarters downtown employing over 3,000 workers, approximately 35 minutes east.
- Hill Country Galleria (Retail/Hospitality): Mixed-use retail center in Bee Cave with over 100 shops and restaurants employing several hundred workers across tenants.
Costa Bella Schools
Costa Bella is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Lake Travis Elementary or Lakeway Elementary for elementary school, Hudson Bend Middle School or Lake Travis Middle School for middle school, and Lake Travis High School for high school.
School District: Lake Travis ISD
Public Schools
- Lake Travis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Costa Bella area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lakeway Elementary - Elementary school serving the Costa Bella area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Hudson Bend Middle School - Middle school serving the Costa Bella area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis Middle School - Middle school serving the Costa Bella area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis High School - High school serving the Costa Bella area in Lake Travis ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Bee Cave - Accredited early education center on RR 620 serving infants through pre-K with Balanced Learning curriculum.
- Lake Travis Montessori - Montessori-method preschool in the Lakeway area offering programs for ages 18 months through 6 years.
Private Schools
- Summit Christian Academy - Lake Travis - Private school in the Lake Travis area serving pre-K through 8 with small class sizes and college-preparatory instruction.
- Challenger School - Lakeway - Private school in Lakeway serving pre-K through 8 with focus on academics and independent thinking skills.
Higher Education
- Concordia University Texas - Private university on a 389-acre campus along SH 71 in northwest Austin, offering undergraduate and graduate programs approximately 10 miles east.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Costa Bella Lake Travis
Homes in Costa Bella typically range from $700,000 to $2,500,000 depending on waterfront position and lot size. Properties include custom-built homes from 2,500 to 6,000 square feet with Mediterranean-influenced architecture.
What school district is Costa Bella in
Costa Bella is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Bee Cave Elementary, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. The district enrolls approximately 11,500 students and maintains TEA A ratings.
Does Costa Bella have Lake Travis boat access
Yes, Costa Bella includes a private marina with boat slips, a boat ramp, and direct access to Lake Travis. The 18,929-acre reservoir provides boating, fishing, and swimming opportunities.
How far is Costa Bella from downtown Austin
Costa Bella is approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via RR 620 to Loop 360 or SH 71 to MoPac Expressway, depending on traffic.
Is Costa Bella a gated community
Yes, Costa Bella is a gated community with controlled entry access. HOA fees cover gate maintenance, common-area landscaping, marina operations, and road upkeep within the community.
What shopping is near Costa Bella
Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave is approximately 5 miles south with over 100 shops and restaurants including Whole Foods Market. H-E-B Lakeway on Lohmans Crossing Road is roughly 3 miles east.