Market Overview for Twin Lake Hills
There are 5 active listings in Twin Lake Hills with a median list price of $500K and a median sold price of $463K.
Homes average 22 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 6 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $304.
About Twin Lake Hills
Twin Lake Hills is a residential neighborhood located in the Austin metropolitan area, Texas, within the 78734 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood is situated along Lake Austin in the Lakeway-Bee Cave corridor, approximately 20 miles west of downtown Austin. Development in Twin Lake Hills began in the 1980s, with homes built on wooded lots along the sloping terrain leading toward Lake Austin. The neighborhood is accessed primarily via RM 620 and Comanche Trail, with winding residential streets that follow the natural contours of the Texas Hill Country landscape.
Homes in Twin Lake Hills typically range from $500,000 to $900,000, with most properties offering 1,800 to 3,500 square feet of living space on lots ranging from a quarter acre to over half an acre. The housing stock consists primarily of single-story and two-story custom and semi-custom homes built between 1980 and 2000, with stone, brick, and stucco exteriors. Many homes feature Hill Country architectural elements including limestone accents, metal roofing, and covered outdoor living spaces. Some properties include views of the surrounding hills or filtered lake views through the tree canopy.
Twin Lake Hills is served by Lake Travis Independent School District. Students in the area typically attend Lake Travis Elementary School, Hudson Bend Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis ISD operates 11 campuses serving approximately 11,500 students across the district. Lake Travis High School enrolls roughly 3,000 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers Advanced Placement courses, dual-credit programs, and career and technical education pathways including engineering, health science, and audio-video production.
Commuters from Twin Lake Hills reach downtown Austin in approximately 25 to 35 minutes via RM 620 to Loop 360 or via SH 71 East. The Bee Cave commercial district along SH 71 is roughly 5 miles south and includes the Hill Country Galleria, a mixed-use retail center with shops, restaurants, and office space. The Lakeway municipal area provides additional commercial services within 3 miles northwest. Grocery options include Randalls at the Shops at Lakeway and H-E-B in Bee Cave, both within a 10-minute drive.
Living in Twin Lake Hills
Twin Lake Hills features custom and semi-custom homes on wooded lots ranging from a quarter acre to over half an acre, with mature live oak and Ashe juniper canopy throughout. Streets are narrow and winding, following the natural hill terrain without sidewalks in most sections. The neighborhood does not have a mandatory HOA, though deed restrictions govern setbacks and construction standards. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Lake Travis ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $1.70 per $100 of assessed valuation. Pedernales Electric Cooperative provides electric service to the area.
Daily life from Twin Lake Hills involves short drives along RM 620 to reach commercial services in the Lakeway and Bee Cave areas. Randalls at the Shops at Lakeway is approximately 3 miles northwest, and H-E-B in Bee Cave is roughly 5 miles south via SH 71. The Oasis on Lake Travis, a multi-level restaurant overlooking Lake Travis approximately 4 miles north, is a well-known dining venue. Hippie Hollow Park, a 109-acre Travis County park on Lake Travis, is located about 2 miles north along Comanche Trail. Mansfield Dam Park, a 91-acre park at the base of Mansfield Dam, offers picnic areas, swimming access, and boat ramps approximately 3 miles northeast.
Things to Do in Twin Lake Hills
- Hippie Hollow Park: 109-acre Travis County park on Lake Travis approximately 2 miles north along Comanche Trail with swimming access and shoreline trails.
- Mansfield Dam Park: 91-acre park at the base of Mansfield Dam approximately 3 miles northeast, offering picnic areas, swimming access, and boat ramps.
- The Oasis on Lake Travis: Multi-level restaurant overlooking Lake Travis approximately 4 miles north, with outdoor dining decks and live music on weekends.
- Hill Country Galleria: Mixed-use retail center in Bee Cave roughly 5 miles south with over 80 shops, restaurants, a movie theater, and outdoor event space.
- Pace Bend Park: 1,368-acre Travis County park on Lake Travis roughly 15 miles northwest, offering swimming, camping, hiking, and rock climbing areas.
Major Employers in Twin Lake Hills
- Lake Travis ISD (Education): School district employing over 1,800 staff across 11 campuses in the Lakeway and western Travis County area.
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway (Healthcare): Full-service hospital on RM 620 in Lakeway employing over 400 staff, approximately 4 miles northwest of Twin Lake Hills.
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor manufacturer with an Austin design center employing approximately 2,000 engineers, roughly 20 minutes east via Loop 360.
- Hill Country Galleria (Retail/Mixed-Use): Mixed-use retail and office center in Bee Cave with over 80 tenants, approximately 5 miles south on SH 71.
Twin Lake Hills Schools
Twin Lake Hills is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Bee Cave Elementary or Lake Travis Elementary for elementary school, Lake Travis Middle School or Bee Cave Middle School for middle school, and Lake Travis High School for high school.
School District: Lake Travis ISD
Public Schools
- Bee Cave Elementary - Elementary school serving the Twin Lake Hills area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Twin Lake Hills area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis Middle School - Middle school serving the Twin Lake Hills area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Bee Cave Middle School - Middle school serving the Twin Lake Hills area in Lake Travis ISD.
- Lake Travis High School - High school serving the Twin Lake Hills area in Lake Travis ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Lakeway Montessori - Montessori-method preschool in the Lakeway area serving children ages 2 through 6 with mixed-age classrooms.
- Bee Cave Montessori - Early education center in Bee Cave offering Montessori programs for ages 18 months through 6 years.
Private Schools
- Summit Christian Academy Lakeway - Private school in the Lakeway area serving grades K through 8 with college-preparatory curriculum and small class sizes.
- Lake Hills Church School - Private school serving grades pre-K through 5 in the Lake Travis area with faith-based instruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Twin Lake Hills Austin
Homes in Twin Lake Hills typically range from $500,000 to $900,000. Most properties offer 1,800 to 3,500 square feet on wooded lots from a quarter acre to over half an acre.
What school district is Twin Lake Hills in
Twin Lake Hills is served by Lake Travis ISD. Students typically attend Lake Travis Elementary, Hudson Bend Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis ISD operates 11 campuses serving approximately 11,500 students.
How far is Twin Lake Hills from downtown Austin
Twin Lake Hills is approximately 20 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 25 to 35 minutes via RM 620 to Loop 360 or SH 71 East, depending on traffic conditions.
Does Twin Lake Hills have lake access
Twin Lake Hills is situated near Lake Austin, though direct lake access depends on individual properties. Public access is available at Mansfield Dam Park, a 91-acre park approximately 3 miles northeast with swimming and boat ramps.
What is near Twin Lake Hills for shopping and dining
The Shops at Lakeway with Randalls grocery is approximately 3 miles northwest. H-E-B in Bee Cave and the Hill Country Galleria with over 80 shops are roughly 5 miles south on SH 71.
What parks are near Twin Lake Hills
Hippie Hollow Park is a 109-acre Travis County park about 2 miles north. Mansfield Dam Park offers 91 acres approximately 3 miles northeast. Pace Bend Park provides 1,368 acres of lake access roughly 15 miles northwest.