Barton Creek West
About the Neighborhood
Barton Creek West is a little gem located in the highly desirable Westlake area of Austin. Beautiful greenbelt and big sky views come up as you drive down its gently sloping streets. This is a quiet, close knit community of about 400 homes. Living here is informal, yet elegant.
Points of Interest
Whole Foods Market: For quality produce and meats.
Velvet Joe’s Coffee House: Where the beans are fresh and beautifully packaged.
Hill Country Galleria: This is a beautiful shopping hub with over 100 upscale shops and restaurants – from Dick’s Sporting Goods, to Dillards, Eddie Bauer, Chico’s, and many more.
Barton Creek Habitat Reserve: Forest and grassland covering 4,084-acres along a creek watershed with rare golden-cheeked warblers. Residents of Barton Creek West have their own dedicated trail along the edge of the creek.
Public School info
The public schools in Barton Creek West are rated A by Niche.
(Niche assign ratings to schools and are commonly used by parents to make a decision.)
Commute Times
ABIA 28m. by car
Downtown 25m. by car
Boundaries
Barton Creek West is located south of Bee Cave Road (2244) and can be accessed from Creeks Edge Parkway.
Nearby Neighborhoods: Barton Creek, Bee Cave
The Lifestyle
Among the amenities in the neighborhood are two swim centers, a lighted tennis court, and a large playground with swings, slides, and playhouse. Residents actively build community by coordinating playgroups, book clubs, holiday parties, and a neighborhood newsletter. Close to nature, the residents enjoy quiet sidewalks for walking and expansive nature trails.
You’ll fall in love with
One of the most attractive features of Barton Creek West is the Eanes ISD school district. Neighborhood children attend Barton Creek Elementary, West Ridge Middle School and Westlake High School. These schools have been highly rated for many years and kids can walk or bike to school safely.
Homes in Barton Creek West
Homes sit on large, tree-lined lots and are some of the larger and more affordable homes in West Austin. Inside you’ll find spacious living spaces with open floor plans, gourmet kitchens, ample storage and beautiful Hill Country views. Many of the yards are beautifully landscaped and a lot of them have swimming pools. The masonry homes in Barton Creek West tend to be two story traditional styles in brick or Texas limestone.