
$4,250,000
4622 Lake View DR, Austin, TX, 78731

$4,250,000
4622 Lake View DR, Austin, TX, 78731

$2,500,000
4616 Crestway DR, Austin, TX, 78731

$560,000
5203 Valley Oak DR, Austin, TX, 78731

$395,000
3615 Jorge DR #C, Austin, TX, 78731

$279,500
5332 Balcones DR #F, Austin, TX, 78731

$273,700
5326 Balcones DR #D, Austin, TX, 78731

$249,500
5330 Balcones DR #A, Austin, TX, 78731
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The neighborhood benefits from excellent infrastructure including well-maintained streets, tree-lined avenues, and established residential character that has proven resilient and desirable over seven decades since initial development in the 1950s. Transit connections include direct access to MoPac Expressway and Ranch Road 2222 for commuting flexibility, plus excellent connectivity via local streets to downtown Austin attractions, employment centers, and Lady Bird Lake recreational facilities within 10-15 minutes. Property values have remained strong and consistent over multiple decades, reflecting the neighborhood's enduring desirability among both families and professionals seeking proximity to employment, excellent schools, and established neighborhood amenities. Downtown Austin shopping and dining is just 10 minutes south on Ranch Road 2222, while Lady Bird Lake provides water recreation, trail access, and outdoor activities year-round.
Living in Highland Park West means enjoying established Northwest Austin character combined with proximity to downtown employment and recreation within an easy commute corridor. The median home price of $1,300,000 supports larger lots averaging 0.5 to 1 acre with mature trees providing privacy, shade, and scenic views of downtown or Hill Country landscape. Homes average 2,800 square feet overall but range from 900 to 7,000 square feet, offering options from starter renovation condos to larger estates with multiple bedrooms, guest houses, or Hill Country views from elevated positions. Properties feature original mid-century architecture alongside contemporary renovations mixing timeless designs with modern systems and energy efficiency. Mount Bonnell, less than 2 miles away, provides free hiking and sunset viewing accessible year-round with a historic 100-step stairway to panoramic views of Lake Austin and downtown, parking available at the trailhead with no admission fee.
The neighborhood's street infrastructure supports family cycling and walking on tree-lined avenues, with multiple local parks providing recreational spaces for outdoor activities, dog walking, and children's play. Perry Park offers three playgrounds, tennis courts, picnic areas, and community gathering spaces where the neighborhood association hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt, 4th of July Parade and Picnic with live music, and National Night Out events for neighborhood connection. Downtown Austin is just 10 minutes away via Ranch Road 2222 for employment at Apple, Oracle, Google, and other tech companies with commutes manageable during peak hours due to dedicated transit corridors. The highly-rated Highland Park Elementary School designated as a National Blue Ribbon school with 73% math proficiency and 87% reading proficiency, combined with proximity to Lamar Middle School and top-rated high schools, makes the neighborhood attractive to families building long-term roots and educational investment. Nearby Zilker Park with 351 acres and Barton Springs Pool offering year-round swimming and Lady Bird Lake providing 10-mile trails offer outdoor recreation within 5-15 minutes, while Mount Bonnell and Mayfield Park with free-roaming peacocks offer nature-based activities, photography opportunities, and peaceful walks within the neighborhood itself for weekend family outings.
Highland Park West / Balcones is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Highland Park Elementary or Casis Elementary for elementary school, Lamar Middle School (Austin ISD) or O Henry Middle School for middle school, and McCallum High School or Austin High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
The median home price in Highland Park West is approximately $1,300,000. Prices range from $400,000 for renovated condos to over $5 million for luxury estates with downtown views. Most homes sell between $700,000 and $3 million.
Highland Park West is served by Austin Independent School District. Highland Park Elementary is a National Blue Ribbon School ranking in the top 5% of Texas schools with 73% math and 87% reading proficiency.
Highland Park West is just 10 minutes northwest of downtown Austin at Ranch Road 2222 and MoPac, providing convenient commutes to major employers like Apple, Oracle, and Google.
Mount Bonnell, Austin's highest point, is less than 2 miles away with a 100-step climb offering panoramic views. Perry Park offers tennis, playgrounds, and walking trails. Mayfield Park features peacocks and gardens.
Mount Bonnell is Austin's highest point at 775 feet, just 2 miles from the neighborhood. A short 100-step stairway reaches the viewing platform with panoramic views of Lake Austin, the Colorado River, and downtown Austin. Free admission and parking available.