Market Overview for Great Hills
There are 45 active listings in Great Hills with a median list price of $850K and a median sold price of $734K.
Homes average 32 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 15 homes have sold, with 160 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $364.
About Great Hills
Great Hills is an established residential neighborhood in northwest Austin, Texas, located in Travis County near the Arboretum shopping district. The community sits along Great Hills Trail between US-183 and Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway), within the 78759 zip code. Great Hills is approximately 12 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The neighborhood was developed in the 1970s and 1980s as one of the original residential communities in what has become northwest Austin's primary commercial and technology corridor.
Homes in Great Hills are predominantly single-family residences built from the late 1970s through the 1990s on lots ranging from 8,000 to over 15,000 square feet. Prices typically range from the mid-$500s to over $1 million, with larger homes on premium lots at the upper end. The neighborhood features mature live oaks and cedar elms throughout, with a wooded, established character. Great Hills also includes the Great Hills Country Club, an 18-hole private golf course that serves as a central amenity.
Great Hills straddles the boundary between Round Rock ISD and Austin ISD. The majority of the neighborhood falls within Round Rock ISD, where students attend Caraway Elementary, Canyon Vista Middle School, and Westwood High School. Portions in Austin ISD feed into Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. Buyers should verify school assignment by specific address.
The Arboretum shopping and dining center, anchored by Trader Joe's and over 40 businesses, is adjacent to the neighborhood. The Domain mixed-use development is approximately 10 minutes north. Major technology employers including 3M, IBM, and Apple are within a 10- to 15-minute drive. Downtown Austin is 15 to 25 minutes south via MoPac. Great Hills Neighborhood Park, an 80-acre preserve with 1.7 miles of trails, provides natural green space within the community.
Living in Great Hills
Great Hills has a median household income well above $100,000, with a population of established professionals, families, and empty nesters. The 78759 zip code has one of the highest concentrations of technology workers in Austin, reflecting proximity to the US-183 and MoPac employment corridors. Educational attainment is among the highest in the Austin area, with a large percentage of residents holding graduate degrees. The neighborhood's mature tree canopy and larger lot sizes give it a more private, wooded feel than newer Austin subdivisions.
Daily life in Great Hills benefits from the surrounding commercial infrastructure. The Arboretum provides Trader Joe's, restaurants including Eddie V's and Roaring Fork, and specialty shops. H-E-B on Braker Lane is the nearest full-service grocery. Great Hills Country Club offers an 18-hole golf course and clubhouse for members. Great Hills Neighborhood Park, managed by the City of Austin, has 80 acres of preserved woodland with 1.7 miles of walking trails and a seasonal creek. Bull Creek Greenbelt, off Loop 360, provides additional hiking and swimming. The Domain, approximately 10 minutes north, adds upscale retail, dining, and entertainment.
Things to Do in Great Hills
- Great Hills Neighborhood Park: An 80-acre City of Austin park with 1.7 miles of walking trails through wooded Hill Country terrain and a seasonal creek.
- The Arboretum: An outdoor shopping and dining center adjacent to Great Hills with over 40 shops and restaurants, including Trader Joe's.
- Great Hills Country Club: A private golf and country club within the neighborhood with an 18-hole course and clubhouse facilities.
- Bull Creek Greenbelt: A natural greenbelt off Loop 360 with hiking trails and swimming holes, approximately 5 minutes south.
- The Domain: A mixed-use development approximately 10 minutes north with upscale shopping, dining, entertainment, and a concert venue.
Major Employers in Great Hills
- 3M (Manufacturing/Technology): 3M operates a research and manufacturing campus in northwest Austin, approximately 10 minutes from Great Hills.
- IBM (Technology): IBM's northwest Austin campus employs hundreds in technology and consulting roles.
- Apple (Technology): Apple's Austin campus on Parmer Lane, approximately 15 minutes north, employs thousands in operations and engineering.
- Indeed (Technology): Indeed's Austin offices at the Domain, approximately 10 minutes north, employ over 2,000 people.
Great Hills Schools
Great Hills straddles Round Rock ISD and Austin ISD. Most homes are in Round Rock ISD (Westwood High feeder) with some in Austin ISD (Anderson High feeder).
School District: Round Rock ISD / Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Caraway Elementary - Round Rock ISD elementary school serving the Great Hills area (RRISD zone).
- Canyon Vista Middle School - Round Rock ISD middle school serving grades 6-8, one of the district's highest-performing campuses.
- Westwood High School - Round Rock ISD high school with approximately 2,800 students and strong academic programs (RRISD zone).
Pre-Schools
- Triumphant Love Lutheran Child Development Center - Church-based preschool in the northwest Austin area.
- Spicewood Country School and Camp - Preschool and camp near the Great Hills area.
- Challenger School - Pond Springs - Private preschool and academy on Pond Springs Road.
Private Schools
- Austin Classical School - Classical education school on Jollyville Road in northwest Austin.
- Hyde Park Schools - Private school with a campus on North MoPac.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Great Hills in Austin TX?
Great Hills is in northwest Austin, Texas, along Great Hills Trail between US-183 and Loop 360 in the 78759 zip code. It is approximately 12 miles northwest of downtown Austin.
What school district is Great Hills Austin in?
Great Hills straddles Round Rock ISD and Austin ISD. Most homes are in Round Rock ISD (Caraway Elementary, Canyon Vista Middle, Westwood High). Some addresses are in Austin ISD (Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle, Anderson High). Verify by specific address.
What do homes cost in Great Hills Austin?
Homes in Great Hills typically range from the mid-$500s to over $1 million. The neighborhood features established single-family homes from the late 1970s through the 1990s on larger lots.
Is Great Hills near the Arboretum?
Yes, Great Hills is adjacent to the Arboretum shopping and dining center, which features Trader Joe's and over 40 businesses. The Domain is approximately 10 minutes north.
How far is Great Hills from downtown Austin?
Great Hills is approximately 12 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The drive takes 15 to 25 minutes via MoPac depending on traffic.
