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Market Overview for Post Oak Estates
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About Post Oak Estates
Post Oak Estates is an unincorporated residential area in the Austin metro, located in Travis County west of Austin proper. The community sits along FM 620 and FM 2222, positioned between Lake Travis to the north and the Balcones Canyonlands to the west. Residents access Austin through RM 2222 and Loop 360, with zip codes in the 78730 and 78732 range.
Homes in Post Oak Estates are primarily single-family residences on large lots ranging from one-half acre to over 2 acres. Construction dates span the 1980s through the 2000s, with styles including Hill Country limestone, stucco, and traditional ranch designs. Properties typically range from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet, with prices generally from $500,000 to $1,200,000 depending on lot size and lake proximity.
Post Oak Estates falls within the Leander ISD attendance zone. Students typically feed into River Ridge Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle School, and Vandegrift High School. Vandegrift High opened in 2009 and has earned TEA distinction designations across multiple academic categories. Several private school options are available along the FM 620 corridor.
The area is approximately 18 miles northwest of downtown Austin, with commute times of 30 to 40 minutes via RM 2222 to MoPac Expressway or Loop 360. Major employers accessible within a 20-minute drive include Apple, which operates a campus in northwest Austin, and the Domain mixed-use district with corporate offices for several technology and retail companies. Lake Travis is within a 10-minute drive, providing boating and recreation access.
Living in Post Oak Estates
Post Oak Estates draws residents who work in the northwest Austin technology corridor along US 183 and Research Boulevard. The area has a mix of established households and newer arrivals relocating for the Leander ISD school system. Properties sit on wooded lots with native live oak and cedar elm trees, and many homes have views of the surrounding Hill Country terrain.
Daily errands route through the FM 620 commercial corridor, where H-E-B, Randalls, and a range of restaurants and services are clustered near the intersection of FM 620 and RM 2222. Steiner Ranch Steakhouse and Trattoria Lisina in Driftwood are regional dining destinations. The nearest full-service grocery is the H-E-B at Lakeline Market roughly 10 minutes south. Weekend activities include Lake Travis access at Mansfield Dam Park and hiking at Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, which covers over 28,000 acres of protected habitat.
Things to Do in Post Oak Estates
Mansfield Dam Park: Travis County park at the base of Mansfield Dam on Lake Travis with boat ramps, picnic areas, and swimming access. The park covers 18 acres along the Colorado River below the dam.
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge: Over 28,000 acres of protected Hill Country habitat northwest of Austin. The refuge offers hiking trails through golden-cheeked warbler and black-capped vireo nesting territory.
Hippie Hollow Park: Travis County park on Lake Travis approximately 8 miles south of Post Oak Estates. The park is the only clothing-optional public park in Texas and features a quarter-mile shoreline.
Steiner Ranch Golf Club: 18-hole public course designed by Robert Trent Jones II along the shore of Lake Austin. The course plays 6,621 yards and is located about 10 minutes south.
Oasis on Lake Travis: Multi-level restaurant and entertainment complex overlooking Lake Travis. The venue seats over 2,500 guests and is known for sunset views from tiered outdoor decks.
Major Employers in Post Oak Estates
Apple (Technology): 133-acre campus in northwest Austin with over 5,000 employees, approximately 15 minutes southeast of Post Oak Estates.
National Instruments (NI) (Technology): Test and measurement equipment manufacturer headquartered on Mopac near Braker Lane, about 20 minutes south.
Indeed (Technology): Job search platform with its Austin office in the Domain area employing over 2,000 workers, roughly 18 minutes from the neighborhood.
St. David's Medical Center (Healthcare): Part of the St. David's HealthCare system operating multiple facilities across the Austin metro, with the nearest campus about 20 minutes away.
Post Oak Estates Schools
Post Oak Estates is served by Leander ISD. Students typically attend Block House Elementary for elementary school, Stiles Middle School for middle school, and Rouse High School for high school.
School District: Leander ISD
Public Schools
Block House Elementary - Elementary school serving the Post Oak Estates area in Leander ISD.
Stiles Middle School - Middle school serving the Post Oak Estates area in Leander ISD.
Rouse High School - High school serving the Post Oak Estates area in Leander ISD.
Pre-Schools
Primrose School of Steiner Ranch - Accredited early education center on RM 620 offering infant through pre-K programs.
Kids R Kids Steiner Ranch - Full-day preschool and childcare facility near FM 620 and Quinlan Park Road.
Private Schools
Summit Christian Academy - Private K-12 school on RM 620 offering college-preparatory curriculum.
The Challenger School - Private preschool through grade 8 campus near Anderson Mill Road with an academic-focused curriculum.
Higher Education
Austin Community College - Cypress Creek Campus - ACC campus approximately 15 minutes south, offering associate degrees and workforce certification programs.
Census Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Post Oak Estates in the Austin area
Post Oak Estates is an unincorporated community in Travis County, located approximately 18 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The area sits along FM 620 and RM 2222, between Lake Travis and the Balcones Canyonlands.
What school district is Post Oak Estates in
Post Oak Estates is served by Leander ISD. Students typically attend River Ridge Elementary, Canyon Ridge Middle School, and Vandegrift High School. Vandegrift High opened in 2009 and offers over 20 AP courses.
What do homes cost in Post Oak Estates
Homes in Post Oak Estates generally range from $500,000 to $1,200,000. Properties sit on lots of one-half acre to over 2 acres, with homes typically between 2,500 and 5,000 square feet in Hill Country architectural styles.
How far is Post Oak Estates from downtown Austin
Post Oak Estates is approximately 18 miles northwest of downtown Austin. The drive takes 30 to 40 minutes via RM 2222 to MoPac Expressway or Loop 360, depending on traffic conditions.
Is Post Oak Estates near Lake Travis
Lake Travis is within a 10-minute drive of Post Oak Estates. Mansfield Dam Park provides boat ramp access, and several marinas and waterfront parks are located along FM 620 between the neighborhood and the lake.
What stores and restaurants are near Post Oak Estates
The FM 620 corridor provides H-E-B, Randalls, and a range of restaurants and retail services within a 10-minute drive. The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave, about 15 minutes south, adds additional shopping and dining options.