Oak Hill
About the Neighborhood
Residents consist mainly of couples and small families. The area is very kid-friendly, with pools, fields, quality schools, and summer camps. Austin Community College has its Pinnacle Campus in West Oak Hill.
Points of Interest
H-E-B: Offers groceries, beer and wine, plus a deli, pharmacy and florist.
The Nutty Brown Cafe & Amphitheatre: A popular live music venue that hosts big-name acts.
Austin Pizza Garden: Truly a historic spot!
Boomerz: The epitome of dive bars, Boomerz is the place to be if pool, karaoke, ping pong, poker and trivia are your thing.
Austin Zoo: It may not be the biggest zoo, but it’s a rescue zoo so the animals appreciate your patronage.
Public School info
The public schools in Oak Hill are rated A by Niche.
(Niche assign ratings to schools and are commonly used by parents to make a decision.)
Commute Times
ABIA 16m. by car
Downtown 13m. by car
Boundaries
The community of neighborhoods is centered around the intersection of U.S. Route 290/TX-71 and Williamson Creek, roughly 8 mi (13 km) southwest of the center of Austin.
Nearby Neighborhoods: Sunset Valley, Barton Creek, Circle C
The Lifestyle
Local amenities include a pool, hiking and biking trails, and several local city parks including nearby Barton Creek Wilderness Park.
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Loosen your belt - the food scene is strong!
Homes in Oak Hill
East Oak Hill: Homes in East Oak Hill tend to be newer (1990s or later) and larger (three and four bedrooms) than some other Austin neighborhoods. They also tend to be more expensive. The prime location, in a quiet, wooded area but close to the city, contributes to the higher property values.
West Oak Hill: West Oak Hill has a large number of established family homes for resale. The majority of homes here were built in the 1970s and 1980s.