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6 WREN VALLEY CV, West Lake Hills, TX, 78746
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Market Overview for Wren Valley
There are 1 active listings in Wren Valley with a median list price of $4.9M.
The average price per square foot is $834.
About Wren Valley
Wren Valley is a residential enclave in West Lake Hills, Texas, within the 78746 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood is situated along Westlake Drive and Redbud Trail, roughly 5 miles west of downtown Austin. West Lake Hills is an incorporated city of approximately 3,200 residents that occupies the hilly terrain between Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway) and Lake Austin. The landscape features steep limestone slopes, dense stands of live oak and juniper, and elevated terrain with views of the surrounding hills and portions of the Colorado River valley.
Homes in Wren Valley are single-family residences built from the 1970s through the 2000s on lots ranging from one-quarter acre to one acre. Resale prices generally range from $900,000 to $2,000,000 depending on lot size, home condition, and view orientation. Floor plans typically span 2,000 to 4,500 square feet with three- to five-bedroom configurations. Architectural styles include contemporary, traditional, and Hill Country designs using limestone, stucco, and wood exteriors. Many homes feature multi-level construction to accommodate the sloped terrain, and some properties include pools and outdoor living spaces.
Wren Valley 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 800 students. Westlake High School enrolls over 2,600 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers more than 30 AP courses, extensive fine arts programs, and consistently ranks among top Texas high schools in academic performance and UIL competitions.
Commuters from Wren Valley reach downtown Austin in approximately 10 to 15 minutes via Redbud Trail to MoPac Expressway or via Bee Caves Road to Loop 360. The Barton Creek Square Mall area at Loop 360 and MoPac is roughly 3 miles east, with retail, restaurants, and professional offices. The Westlake and Rollingwood commercial district along Bee Caves Road provides additional grocery, dining, and service options. West Lake Hills City Hall and the Westbank Community Library are located along Westlake Drive.
Living in Wren Valley
Wren Valley has a wooded, hilly setting with narrow residential streets that follow the natural contours of the terrain. Properties are separated by mature tree canopy and natural vegetation, creating visual buffers between homes. The City of West Lake Hills provides municipal services including police, road maintenance, and code enforcement. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Eanes ISD jurisdictions, with Eanes ISD carrying one of the higher school tax rates in the Austin metro. The city enforces tree preservation ordinances and building setback requirements that maintain the area's low-density character.
Daily life in Wren Valley is oriented toward the Bee Caves Road and Loop 360 commercial corridors. Randalls on Bee Caves Road is approximately 2 miles west, and Whole Foods at the Arbor Trails shopping center is about 4 miles south. Red Bud Isle, a 13-acre city park on a peninsula in Lady Bird Lake, is roughly 2 miles east and serves as a popular spot for trail walks and off-leash dog activity. The Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at Loop 360 is approximately 3 miles south, providing access to 12-plus miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. Restaurants and coffee shops along Bee Caves Road and in the Westbank Market area are within a 5-minute drive. The Westbank Community Library on Westlake Drive offers meeting rooms, programming, and a children's section.
Things to Do in Wren Valley
- Red Bud Isle: 13-acre city park on a peninsula in Lady Bird Lake roughly 2 miles east, with trails, water access, and an off-leash dog area.
- Barton Creek Greenbelt: Over 12 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails accessible from the Loop 360 trailhead approximately 3 miles south.
- Westbank Community Library: Public library on Westlake Drive offering meeting rooms, community programming, children's events, and a reading garden.
- Walsh Boat Landing: City of Austin park on Lake Austin near the Loop 360 bridge, offering a boat ramp, dock access, and picnic tables.
- Bee Cave Road Dining District: Commercial corridor along Bee Caves Road west of Loop 360 with multiple restaurants, coffee shops, and local eateries within a 5-minute drive.
Major Employers in Wren Valley
- Apple (Technology): 133-acre campus in northwest Austin with over 5,000 employees, approximately 15 minutes north via MoPac.
- Ascension Seton Medical Center (Healthcare): Level I trauma center on West 38th Street with over 2,000 employees, roughly 10 minutes northeast.
- Eanes ISD (Education): Public school district employing approximately 1,600 staff across nine campuses serving the Westlake area.
- Oracle (Technology): Enterprise software company with its headquarters campus on Lakeline Boulevard, employing thousands in the Austin metro area.
Wren Valley Schools
Wren Valley is served by Eanes ISD, which operates nine campuses and consistently ranks as one of 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 800 students and advanced academic programs.
- Westlake High School - Eanes ISD campus enrolling over 2,600 students in grades 9-12 with 30+ AP courses and top-ranked UIL programs.
Pre-Schools
- West Austin Preschool - Preschool program near Bee Caves Road serving ages 2 through 5 with half-day and full-day enrollment options.
- St. John Neumann Catholic School Early Childhood - Parish-based preschool program on Westlake Drive offering structured early learning for ages 3 and 4.
Private Schools
- St. Andrew's Episcopal School - Independent school in west Austin serving grades K-12 on a 30-acre campus with college preparatory curriculum.
- The Regis School of the Sacred Heart - Catholic school on Westlake Drive serving grades pre-K through 8 with an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
Higher Education
- Concordia University Texas - Private university on a 389-acre campus near Loop 360 offering undergraduate and graduate programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Wren Valley West Lake Hills
Homes in Wren Valley typically range from $900,000 to $2,000,000. Properties include homes built from the 1970s through 2000s with 2,000 to 4,500 square feet on quarter-acre to one-acre lots with Hill Country terrain.
What school district is Wren Valley in
Wren Valley 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 more than 30 AP courses.
How far is Wren Valley from downtown Austin
Wren Valley in West Lake Hills is approximately 5 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 10 to 15 minutes via Redbud Trail to MoPac Expressway depending on traffic conditions.
What is West Lake Hills TX
West Lake Hills is an incorporated city of approximately 3,200 residents in Travis County, located between Loop 360 and Lake Austin. The city provides its own police, road maintenance, and code enforcement services.
What parks are near Wren Valley West Lake Hills
Red Bud Isle is roughly 2 miles east with trails and water access on Lady Bird Lake. The Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at Loop 360 is about 3 miles south with 12-plus miles of hiking trails.
What grocery stores are near Wren Valley
Randalls on Bee Caves Road is approximately 2 miles west. Whole Foods at the Arbor Trails shopping center is about 4 miles south. Additional stores are available along the Bee Caves Road corridor.