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Great Hills

Great Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Austin, Texas

Travis County 78759
$836,321 Average Value
$332 Average Price per Sq Ft
48 Homes For Sale

Great schools, great location, Great Hills

Highly rated public schools and proximity to major tech employers are the two big reasons that residents move to Great Hills — the scenic greenbelt views are just a bonus. “This is where the limestone hills and diverse elevation changes,” says Kevin Bown, an Austin native and Twelve Rivers Realty partner/broker. “It gives a sense of escape from the hustle of the city.” Real estate prices in the Hill Country can be steep: Homes generally range from just under $500,000 to $1.5 million. Befitting its affluent and suburban setting, the neighborhood contains a golf course, tennis courts and a park with walking and biking trails. Also, residents don’t have to travel far for shopping and restaurants, a relief for anyone hoping to avoid Austin traffic.

Great Hills boasts scenic landscapes.
Great Hills boasts scenic landscapes.
Kathy Caraway Elementary School is located in Austin, Texas.
Kathy Caraway Elementary School is located in Austin, Texas.
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Southwestern, Spanish, colonial and Mediterranean influences

The architecture here is typical of most North Austin neighborhoods: Southwestern-style ranch-style houses from the 1950s through the 70s; traditional hi-ranches built in the 1960s to the 90s; and large, modern homes with Spanish, colonial and Mediterranean influences. The latter were primarily constructed anywhere from the 1990s to today. The winding residential streets are dense with mature trees and often end in a cul-de-sac. Homebuyers are just as likely to spend $560,000 on a three- or four-bedroom, ranch-style from the late 1960s as they are to spend over $100,000,000 for a four- or five-bedroom, two-story Spanish-colonial style house from the 1990s.

Great Hills estates offer luxury living.
Great Hills estates offer luxury living.
Large houses in Great Hills often feature grand designs.
Large houses in Great Hills often feature grand designs.
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A-rated schools in two districts

Great Hills is served by two highly rated school districts, Austin and Round Rock Independent School Districts. For homes zoned in the Round Rock ISD, students attend Caraway Elementary, Canyon Vista Middle and Westwood High. Kids living near Great Hills Park and the Sierra Arbor Estates subdivision are part of Austin ISD. They attend Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle and Anderson High. The good news is that no matter what schools Great Hill students attend, they’ll be getting a great education because the schools are all rated between A-minus and A-plus on Niche.

Canyon Vista Middle excels academically.
Canyon Vista Middle excels academically.
Westwood High School in Austin, Texas, excels academically with a diverse student body.
Westwood High School in Austin, Texas, excels academically with a diverse student body.
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Aerial context photo, great hills trail
Aerial context photo, great hills trail

Bordering two of the city’s most traveled corridors

The area is a part of Silicon Hills in Central Texas, which means “Great Hills is a big draw for people who want easy access to major tech employers,” says Bown. The neighborhood borders two of the city’s most traveled corridors, Capital of Texas Highway (also known as Loop 360) and US 183, making for an easy commute to companies like IBM, Apple and Dell.

Home to public parks and private country clubs

Great Hills Park is in the Bull Creek Watershed with 1.7 miles of maintained trails. It’s primarily a large, natural space with native plants and wildlife but also includes a playscape, fitness equipment, and a covered pavilion. Some Great Hills residents enjoy tennis, golf, swimming and social events at the private, member-owned Great Hills Country Club. Those who are new to the neighborhood should note that applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from a member in good standing.

Great Hills is a golf lover's paradise.
Great Hills is a golf lover's paradise.
The Great Hills Country Club is a local gem.
The Great Hills Country Club is a local gem.
Oakview Park offers scenic trails.
Oakview Park offers scenic trails.
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The Arboretum at Great Hills offers retail therapy.
The Arboretum at Great Hills offers retail therapy.

Close to all The Arboretum has to offer

The Arboretum-area neighborhood is down the road from both H-E-B and Trader Joe’s. Big box stores like Target and HomeGoods are on the other side of Research Boulevard. Not only is The Arboretum a shopping destination, but it also offers dining out options like Juliet Italian Kitchen — a Barton Spring staple in South Austin, that opened a second eatery in Great Hills. Fast food and fast casual options like Cava and P.F. Chang’s are also available.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Austin-Bergstrom International

37 min drive

Bus

Pavilion Park And Ride

Bus

Research Blvd & Barrington

Bus

12574 Research & Jollyville

Bus

11700 Research & Duval

Great Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$769,500
Median Sale Price
$704,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$731,450
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$467,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$284,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
148
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$332

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,282
Number of Homes for Sale
48
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
3.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,887
Significantly above the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,157
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,287
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Sep 14
    1 - 3pm

    11811 Barrington Way, Austin, TX 78759

    $459,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,584 Sq Ft
    • 11811 Barrington Way
    • New 5 days ago

    Recently updated. Oversized 0.253-Acre, 85' by 127' lot. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, with an oversized 2-car garage. Sun Room. 1,584 square feet. 3 of 4 bedrooms, including the primary, are downstairs. Open modern floor plan. No popcorn. Recent carpet. Family Room with high vaulted ceilings. Quartz countertops. Updated appliances. Full Sprinkler. Refrigerator, Washer, and Dryer convey. Bonus Room

    George Kiefer The Kiefer Group

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  • Thursday, Sep 11
    4 - 7pm

    5831 Tributary Ridge Dr, Austin, TX 78759

    $850,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,369 Sq Ft
    • 5831 Tributary Ridge Dr

    Come see this incredibly well-maintained one-story home in the highly desirable Austin Hills neighborhood. This 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath residence offers an open-concept layout, thoughtful upgrades, and top-tier school zoning—Davis Elementary, Murchison Middle, and Anderson High (IB Program).Interior highlights include updated primary & guest bathrooms, wood flooring extending into all

    Michael Meserole Cityscape Property Group

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
17,548
Median Age
45
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$125,285
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,385

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
70.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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