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Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Austin 2026

Ranked by live MLS median price with school district, price per square foot, days on market, and sales-through context.

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Neighborhoods Ranked
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What is the most expensive neighborhood in Austin?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Austin are ranked here by live MLS median sold price. Current leaders include Spanish Oaks ($3.7M median); Rollingwood ($3.6M median); Barton Creek ($2.9M median); Rob Roy ($2.5M median); Davenport Ranch ($2.4M median). Use the table for median price, price per square foot, days on market, school district, and recent sales-through.

  • 15 luxury neighborhoods loaded from Keenan Group's live MLS market dataset
  • 866 trailing-12-month closed sales represented across loaded live snapshots
  • Rollingwood currently leads this set by median price per square foot at $894
  • Market methodology: default single-family homes; downtown condo-only; Mueller single-family, townhouse, and condo

Source: The Keenan Group, #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024)

The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked real estate team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024). We specialize in Austin luxury real estate from $750K to $35M+, with $1B+ in career sales across 1,000+ transactions over 25+ years. This ranking uses live MLS median price, price bands, price per square foot, days on market, and sales-through.

“Rob Roy and Spanish Oaks get the headline prices, but the real story in Austin luxury is the 78746 corridor. Eight of the top 15 neighborhoods feed into Eanes ISD, and that school district is the single biggest driver of long-term property values. Families relocating from California and New York consistently prioritize Eanes schools above all other factors.”
- Cara Keenan, CLHMS, Million Dollar Guild, UT Austin '99

Austin's Most Expensive Neighborhoods - Ranked by Live MLS Median Price

Austin's 15 most expensive neighborhoods ranked by live MLS median home price
RankNeighborhoodMedian$/Sq FtSchool DistrictAvg DOMZIP
1Spanish Oaks$3.7M$730Lake Travis ISD118d78738
2Rollingwood$3.6M$894Eanes ISD80d78746
3Barton Creek$2.9M$615Eanes ISD78d78735
4Rob Roy$2.5M$506Eanes ISD114d78746
5Davenport Ranch$2.4M$486Eanes ISD107d78746
6Pemberton Heights$2.3M$697Austin ISD63d78703
7Westlake Hills$1.88M$541Eanes ISD73d78746
8Tarrytown$1.7M$677Austin ISD81d78703
9Barton Hills$1.58M$589Austin ISD71d78704
10Clarksville$1.56M$684Austin ISD97d78703
11Highland Park West$1.49M$489Austin ISD81d78731
12Zilker$1.49M$672Austin ISD58d78704
13Bryker Woods$1.45M$669Austin ISD52d78703
14Lost Creek$1.27M$482Eanes ISD48d78746
15Northwest Hills$1.26M$420Austin ISD49d78731

Source: Keenan Group live MLS market dataset. Median sold prices use trailing-12-month neighborhood snapshots.

Austin's 15 Most Expensive Neighborhoods by Median Price

Ranked by live MLS median closed sale price. Each entry includes school district, price per square foot, days on market, and sales-through. For a broader view of Austin's top areas, see our best neighborhoods guide. Click any neighborhood with a guide link for the full breakdown.

1

Spanish Oaks

$3.7M median

Spanish Oaks is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78738Lake Travis ISDRange: Live MLS comp set118 avg DOM13 sales (12mo)
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2

Rollingwood

$3.6M median

Rollingwood is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78746Eanes ISDRange: Live MLS comp set80 avg DOM18 sales (12mo)
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3

Barton Creek

$2.9M median

Barton Creek is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78735Eanes ISDRange: Live MLS comp set78 avg DOM37 sales (12mo)
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4

Rob Roy

$2.5M median

Rob Roy is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78746Eanes ISDRange: Live MLS comp set114 avg DOM18 sales (12mo)
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5

Davenport Ranch

$2.4M median

Davenport Ranch is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78746Eanes ISDRange: Live MLS comp set107 avg DOM21 sales (12mo)
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6

Pemberton Heights

$2.3M median

Pemberton Heights is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78703Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set63 avg DOM12 sales (12mo)
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7

Westlake Hills

$1.88M median

Westlake Hills is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78746Eanes ISDRange: Live MLS comp set73 avg DOM338 sales (12mo)
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8

Tarrytown

$1.7M median

Tarrytown is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78703Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set81 avg DOM91 sales (12mo)
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9

Barton Hills

$1.58M median

Barton Hills is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78704Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set71 avg DOM68 sales (12mo)
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10

Clarksville

$1.56M median

Clarksville is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78703Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set97 avg DOM29 sales (12mo)
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11

Highland Park West

$1.49M median

Highland Park West is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78731Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set81 avg DOM22 sales (12mo)
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12

Zilker

$1.49M median

Zilker is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78704Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set58 avg DOM65 sales (12mo)
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13

Bryker Woods

$1.45M median

Bryker Woods is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78703Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set52 avg DOM18 sales (12mo)
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14

Lost Creek

$1.27M median

Lost Creek is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78746Eanes ISDRange: Live MLS comp set48 avg DOM24 sales (12mo)
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15

Northwest Hills

$1.26M median

Northwest Hills is tracked in Keenan Group's live luxury-neighborhood market dataset with current median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days-on-market context from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.

78731Austin ISDRange: Live MLS comp set49 avg DOM92 sales (12mo)
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Austin Luxury Market at a Glance

$2.1M
Avg Median Price (Top 15)
78
Avg Days on Market
866
Closed Sales (12 Months)
$610
Avg Price per Sq Ft

Investment Perspective

Austin luxury real estate is not one market. Lake Austin waterfront, Westlake and 78746 estates, central Austin legacy neighborhoods, and private golf communities each behave differently. Use live median price, price bands, and sales-through to separate durable demand from headline pricing.

Price per square foot tells a different story than median price. Central-lot scarcity, waterfront frontage, view corridors, gated acreage, and new construction all affect the per-foot number. Buyers should compare median price with price bands and price per square foot before deciding which neighborhood is actually expensive for their target property type.

School district is the single biggest driver of sustained property values. Eight of the top 15 neighborhoods are in Eanes ISD, which consistently ranks top-5 statewide. Eanes ISD neighborhoods have held value more consistently through market corrections than Austin ISD counterparts. For families prioritizing schools and long-term equity, the 78746 ZIP code remains the strongest bet in the Austin market. Explore all options in our complete neighborhood directory.

Sales-through matters because some expensive neighborhoods have strong medians but thin sample sizes. A high median with few closed sales should be interpreted differently than a high median with steady absorption. That is why this page emphasizes median price, price bands, sales-through, price per square foot, and days on market together.

Price Comparison by Neighborhood

#NeighborhoodMedian$/Sq FtSalesAvg DOMZIP
1Spanish Oaks
$3.7M
$73013 sales118d78738
2Rollingwood
$3.6M
$89418 sales80d78746
3Barton Creek
$2.9M
$61537 sales78d78735
4Rob Roy
$2.5M
$50618 sales114d78746
5Davenport Ranch
$2.4M
$48621 sales107d78746
6Pemberton Heights
$2.3M
$69712 sales63d78703
7Westlake Hills
$1.88M
$541338 sales73d78746
8Tarrytown
$1.7M
$67791 sales81d78703
9Barton Hills
$1.58M
$58968 sales71d78704
10Clarksville
$1.56M
$68429 sales97d78703
11Highland Park West
$1.49M
$48922 sales81d78731
12Zilker
$1.49M
$67265 sales58d78704
13Bryker Woods
$1.45M
$66918 sales52d78703
14Lost Creek
$1.27M
$48224 sales48d78746
15Northwest Hills
$1.26M
$42092 sales49d78731

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most expensive ZIP code in Austin?
The 78746 ZIP code is usually one of Austin's strongest luxury ZIP codes because it includes Westlake Hills, Rollingwood, Rob Roy, Lost Creek, Davenport Ranch, and other Eanes ISD neighborhoods. Use the live ZIP and neighborhood pages for current median price, price bands, and sales-through before comparing offers.
What is the average home price in Westlake Hills?
Westlake Hills pricing changes with lot size, view corridor, construction quality, and Eanes ISD demand. The live Westlake Hills neighborhood guide shows current median sold price, price per square foot, days on market, and sales-through from MLS records matched to neighborhood boundaries.
Where do rich people live in Austin?
Austin's highest-end buyers concentrate around Westlake and 78746, Lake Austin, Tarrytown and 78703, Barton Creek, Spanish Oaks, Rob Roy, and select central neighborhoods with scarce land. The exact ranking should be read from live MLS median price, price bands, and sales-through rather than a frozen annual list.
What is the most exclusive neighborhood in Austin?
Spanish Oaks, Rob Roy, Lake Austin waterfront, Barton Creek, and the Austin Country Club area are among Austin's most exclusive luxury markets. Each has a different exclusivity driver: gated acreage, private golf, waterfront scarcity, or Eanes ISD access.
How much does a luxury home cost in Austin?
Austin luxury pricing depends heavily on school district, waterfront or golf access, lot size, views, and construction quality. Use this page and the neighborhood detail pages for current median price, price bands, price per square foot, and sales-through from live MLS market data.
What neighborhoods in Austin are over $2 million?
The neighborhoods most likely to show $2M+ median or price-band concentration include Spanish Oaks, Barton Creek, Rob Roy, Rollingwood, Westlake Hills, Davenport Ranch, Tarrytown, Pemberton Heights, and Lake Austin. The live table should be used for current median price and sales-through.
Who is the best realtor in Austin's luxury neighborhoods?
The Keenan Group is the #1 ranked real estate team in Austin by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024), with over $1B in career sales and 1,000+ transactions completed across Austin's luxury neighborhoods and greater Austin. Led by Joe and Cara Keenan with 25+ years of Austin market expertise. Contact the team at (512) 601-4341.
Is Austin real estate a good investment?
Austin luxury real estate remains a neighborhood-by-neighborhood decision. The strongest investment cases usually combine scarce land, durable school demand, commute access, and liquidity. Compare current median price, price bands, days on market, and sales-through before treating any neighborhood as a strong investment.
What is the most expensive house in Austin?
Austin's highest individual sale prices usually appear in Lake Austin waterfront estates, Rob Roy acreage compounds, Spanish Oaks custom golf estates, and rare central Austin properties with land or views. Individual trophy sales should be evaluated separately from neighborhood median price.
What is the most expensive ZIP code in Austin?
78746 and 78703 are two of Austin's most important luxury ZIP codes. 78746 is driven by Eanes ISD and Westlake-area estates, while 78703 is driven by Tarrytown, Pemberton Heights, Bryker Woods, Clarksville, and central-lot scarcity.
What is the average home price in Westlake Hills?
For Westlake Hills, current median price should be read with price per square foot, lot size, view premium, and Eanes ISD context. The live neighborhood page is the right source for the current MLS median and sales-through.
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