$1,332,659Average Value$488Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
Natural surroundings and Austin city amenities
Residents of Austin’s Lost Creek neighborhood aren’t lost. In fact, they know exactly where they are. They’re living in an established development flanked by nature preserves and two different country clubs. With a well-organized community of neighbors, access to both MoPac and Capital of Texas Highway and highly-rated schools — all in a neighborhood with wide streets flanked by sidewalks shaded by mature live oak trees — Lost Creek combines the conveniences of city life with all of the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country.
Abundant outdoor activities
Named for a section of Barton Creek that marks the neighborhood’s southern border, Lost Creek caters to Austinites who enjoy spending time outdoors. While it’s common to see residents out walking or jogging through the neighborhood, Lost Creek is also bordered by the Barton Creek Greenbelt. It offers multiple hiking trails that lead to the Barton Creek Wilderness Park, where adventurers will find even more trails to explore, waterfalls and rock-climbing opportunities. With 28 different species of freshwater fish calling Barton Creek home, anglers have plenty of chances to test their skills.
Within the neighborhood, there are also two neighborhood parks maintained by the Lost Creek Neighborhood Association, a volunteer-managed nonprofit. Lost Creek Neighborhood Park has a playground that includes a climbing structure and a cabin playhouse. Boulder Creek Park is a more subdued natural area, offering visitors plenty of open space to relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery. The Westlake Country Club and the Barton Creek Country Club are also nearby, offering members access to golf, tennis, fitness programs and on-site dining.
Top-ranked schools
Children in Lost Creek are served by the Eanes Independent School District, which earns an overall rating of A-plus from Niche. Students can attend Forest Trails Elementary, Westridge Middle and Westlake Hills High School, all three of which earn an A-plus from Niche. Students at Westlake High School can participate in any of the more than 150 school-sponsored clubs or the 17 varsity-level sports. Families may also choose from several nearby private schools, including St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, which is rated as the No. 2 best Christian high school in Texas by Niche, which also gives the school an A-plus rating.
Home is where the heart is
Homes in Lost Creek tend to reflect the upscale nature of the surroundings, and each house in the area has its own distinct personality. Low-slung ranch-styles stand next to towering Tudor-inspired homes, all blending seamlessly with the neighborhood’s overall vibe. Homes here are well-built, and that quality paired with the neighborhood tends to equal a higher price tag. “It would be rare to find a home here for less than $1 million,” says Realtor and central Texas native Nick Podrebarac. “Prices can easily reach $3 million or $4 million, but you really get what you pay for.” The median home price in the neighborhood is around $1.7 million, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $546 per square foot. A cozy three-bedroom/two-bathroom ranch-style home can sell for $320,000, and prices can go as high as $5 million for a four-bedroom/five-bathroom contemporary home.
Retail therapy and culinary sustenance
When they feel the need for retail therapy, those living in Lost Creek don’t have to travel far. Barton Creek Square is less than 4 miles away, where shoppers will find 149 different retailers and restaurants anchored by Macy’s, Nordstrom and Dillards. The Hill Country Galleria, about 9 miles to the west, is home to retailers that include Dick’s Sporting Goods, Ann Taylor Loft and Barnes & Noble; H-E-B and Whole Foods Market also both have locations in the mall.
When dining out is on the menu, residents love to get cozy on the heated patio at The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen, where the menu features everything from salads to sandwiches to filet mignon. Diners can also design their own pizza or choose from one of the restaurant’s specialty offerings. And oenophiles will delight in perusing The Grove’s wine list, which extends for six pages and includes 10 different wine flight options.
Getting around
One trade-off to living in Lost Creek is that there is no mass transit option in the neighborhood, so it is entirely car-dependent. But Capital of Texas Highway serves as the neighborhood’s eastern border, and that thoroughfare offers nearby access to MoPac for commuters making the 9-mile trip to downtown Austin.
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Parks in this Area
Emma Long Metropolitan Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Boating
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve
Trails
Nature Center
Hiking
Gaines Creek Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Lost Creek Boulevard Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Barton Creek Habitat Preserve
Trails
Parking Lot
Hiking
Boulder Trail Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International
30 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lost Creek
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lost Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lost Creek, Austin sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lost Creek, Austin over the last 12 months is $1,230,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
The Treehouse in Lost Creek offers walls of windows framing panoramic hill country views and unforgettable sunsets. Over $200,000 in renovations blend elegance with natural warmth, featuring vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, travertine floors, rare granite countertops, and custom cabinetry in the kitchen. A refined living room with custom woodwork and artful travertine fireplace opens to an
Gorgeous home in the highly desired, established, well-kept neighborhood of The Hills of Lost Creek known for rolling hills, mature trees, and scenic Hill Country views. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Austin with easy access to loads of restaurants, retail, Barton Creek Greenbelt, Zilker Park, and shopping at Barton Creek Mall. Sitting on a private, wooded 0.66-acre lot within the highly
Come and explore The Valley at Lost Creek, a peaceful townhome community within Lost Creek in Westlake and Eanes ISD. This beautifully remodeled townhome is just a short walk from the Barton Creek greenbelt and Westlake Country Club. The updated kitchen features all new quartz countertops,with island breakfast bar and updated appliances. The kitchen flows seamlessly into oversized dining and
6-Month rental. Beautiful home on spacious oak covered lot! Wood floors (no carpet) and beamed ceilings. Great kitchen with granite counters. Beautiful family room with large rock fireplace. Formal dining area. Flex room Plantation shutters. Primary suite with door to private balcony. Remodeled primary bath. Large private backyard with rock flower beds and nice oaks. Sprinkler system. Extra
Not many like this available in the Eanes ISD. Tastefully updated throughout the home. Major remodeling in 2015 including paint, all bathrooms, flooring, windows shades and duct work. Great family home that is on a cul de sac street and is ready for occupancy in mid August. 2 living areas & a master bedroom downstairs. 4 bedrooms + a play room upstairs over the garage. Large patio and a big back
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,275
Median Age
45
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$226,066
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$225,665
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
87.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%
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®
6/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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