Market Overview for Red Bud Hills
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About Red Bud Hills
Red Bud Hills is a residential neighborhood in West Lake Hills, Texas, within the 78746 zip code in Travis County. The community sits along Red Bud Trail south of Bee Caves Road (FM 2244), roughly 5 miles west of downtown Austin. The terrain includes rolling hills with mature live oak and cedar elm canopy typical of the eastern Hill Country. Access to Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway) is less than a mile east, providing north-south connectivity across the west Austin corridor.
Homes in Red Bud Hills are primarily single-family residences built from the 1970s through the 1990s on lots ranging from one-quarter acre to over half an acre. Resale prices generally range from $900,000 to $1,600,000 depending on lot size, condition, and extent of renovation. Floor plans typically range from 2,000 to 3,500 square feet with three- to five-bedroom layouts. Construction styles include brick, limestone, and wood-sided exteriors. Several properties have been fully remodeled with updated kitchens, expanded living areas, and outdoor entertaining spaces.
Red Bud Hills is served by Eanes Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Eanes Elementary School, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Eanes Elementary enrolls approximately 500 students in grades pre-K through 5. Hill Country Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 1,000 students. Westlake High School enrolls over 2,600 students in grades 9 through 12, offers more than 30 AP courses, and has earned repeated TEA distinction designations for academic and extracurricular performance.
Commuters from Red Bud Hills reach downtown Austin in approximately 10 to 15 minutes via Bee Caves Road to MoPac Expressway or via Loop 360. The Westlake commercial corridor along Bee Caves Road provides grocery, dining, and professional services within a 5-minute drive. The Barton Creek Square Mall sits roughly 3 miles east, and the Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at Loop 360 is approximately 2 miles away, connecting to over 12 miles of hiking and biking trails.
Living in Red Bud Hills
Red Bud Hills has a canopy of mature live oaks and cedar elms that shade winding residential streets. Lots offer privacy through natural vegetation, and many homes back up to wooded areas or creek tributaries. The City of West Lake Hills maintains low-density zoning, which limits lot subdivision and preserves the semi-rural feel of the neighborhood. Property tax rates reflect both Travis County and Eanes ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates typically near $1.70 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Daily routines center on the Westlake and Bee Caves Road corridor. Randalls and H-E-B grocery stores are within a 5-minute drive along Bee Caves Road. Red Bud Isle, a 13-acre off-leash dog park and nature preserve on the Colorado River, is approximately 2 miles east via Red Bud Trail. The Barton Creek Greenbelt provides hiking, swimming at Sculpture Falls, and mountain biking access from nearby trailheads. Restaurants and coffee shops along Bee Caves Road and in the Westlake area include local favorites and regional chains. West Lake Hills City Park, off Westlake Drive, has a playground, basketball courts, and open green space.
Things to Do in Red Bud Hills
- Red Bud Isle: 13-acre off-leash dog park and nature preserve on the Colorado River, roughly 2 miles east via Red Bud Trail, with shoreline access and walking paths.
- Barton Creek Greenbelt: Over 12 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails accessible from trailheads near Loop 360, approximately 2 miles from the neighborhood.
- Sculpture Falls: Natural swimming spot on Barton Creek reached via a 2.5-mile hike from the Loop 360 trailhead, with stacked limestone ledges forming shallow pools.
- West Lake Hills City Park: Municipal park off Westlake Drive featuring a playground, basketball courts, and shaded picnic areas.
- Barton Creek Square: Regional mall roughly 3 miles east with over 150 stores, a movie theater, and dining options along Loop 360.
Major Employers in Red Bud Hills
- Apple (Technology): 133-acre campus in northwest Austin with over 5,000 employees, approximately 20 minutes north via MoPac.
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor design center in Austin employing approximately 2,000 engineers, about 15 minutes east.
- Ascension Seton Medical Center (Healthcare): Level I trauma center and teaching hospital with over 2,000 staff, roughly 10 minutes east via MoPac.
- Cirrus Logic (Technology): Semiconductor company headquartered in Austin with approximately 1,500 employees, 10 minutes northeast via Loop 360.
Red Bud Hills Schools
Red Bud Hills is zoned to Eanes ISD, which operates nine campuses and is consistently rated among the top-performing districts in Texas.
School District: Eanes ISD
Public Schools
- Eanes Elementary School - Eanes ISD campus serving grades pre-K through 5 with approximately 500 students.
- Hill Country Middle School - Eanes ISD campus serving grades 6-8 with roughly 1,000 students and advanced academic tracks.
- Westlake High School - Eanes ISD campus enrolling over 2,600 students in grades 9-12 with 30+ AP courses and TEA distinction designations.
Pre-Schools
- Westlake United Methodist Preschool - Church-based preschool program on Bee Caves Road serving ages 2 through pre-K with structured play and early literacy.
- The Goddard School - Westlake - Licensed early education center serving infants through pre-K with STEAM-based curriculum on Walsh Tarlton Lane.
Private Schools
- St. Michael's Catholic Academy - Catholic college-preparatory school serving grades 9-12 on Bee Caves Road with approximately 400 students.
- The Regis School of the Sacred Heart - Independent Catholic school serving grades pre-K through 8 on Westlake Drive.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Pinnacle Campus - Two-year college campus off US 290 West offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and continuing education.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Red Bud Hills West Lake Hills
Homes in Red Bud Hills typically range from $900,000 to $1,600,000. Properties include single-family residences from the 1970s-1990s with 2,000 to 3,500 square feet on quarter-acre to half-acre lots.
What school district is Red Bud Hills in
Red Bud Hills is served by Eanes ISD. Students typically attend Eanes Elementary, Hill Country Middle School, and Westlake High School. Westlake High enrolls over 2,600 students and offers 30+ AP courses.
How far is Red Bud Hills from downtown Austin
Red Bud Hills is approximately 5 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 10 to 15 minutes via Bee Caves Road to MoPac Expressway or via Loop 360 depending on traffic.
What parks are near Red Bud Hills West Lake Hills
Red Bud Isle, a 13-acre off-leash dog park and nature preserve, is about 2 miles east. The Barton Creek Greenbelt offers 12+ miles of trails accessible from trailheads roughly 2 miles away.
What grocery stores are near Red Bud Hills
Randalls and H-E-B are both within a 5-minute drive along Bee Caves Road. Barton Creek Square mall is roughly 3 miles east with additional retail and dining options.
What is the property tax rate in Red Bud Hills
Red Bud Hills falls under Travis County and Eanes ISD tax jurisdictions, with combined rates typically near $1.70 per $100 of assessed valuation. Eanes ISD carries one of the higher school district tax rates in the Austin metro.