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Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Austin 2026 - Keenan Group Austin Real Estate

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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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 (Live market median); Barton Creek (Live market median); Rollingwood (Live market median); Rob Roy (Live market median); Westlake Hills (Live market median). Use the table for median price, price per square foot, days on market, school district, and recent sales-through.

  • 0 luxury neighborhoods loaded from Keenan Group's live MLS market dataset
  • Median price, price bands, and sales-through are served from live MLS market data instead of hand-entered estimates
  • Price-per-square-foot context is read from the live MLS market dataset
  • 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 OaksLive marketLive MLSLake Travis ISDLive78738
2Barton CreekLive marketLive MLSEanes ISDLive78735
3RollingwoodLive marketLive MLSEanes ISDLive78746
4Rob RoyLive marketLive MLSEanes ISDLive78746
5Westlake HillsLive marketLive MLSEanes ISDLive78746
6Highland Park WestLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78731
7Davenport RanchLive marketLive MLSEanes ISDLive78746
8TarrytownLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78703
9Pemberton HeightsLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78703
10Bryker WoodsLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78703
11ClarksvilleLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78703
12Lost CreekLive marketLive MLSEanes ISDLive78746
13ZilkerLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78704
14Barton HillsLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78704
15Northwest HillsLive marketLive MLSAustin ISDLive78731

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

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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2

Barton Creek

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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3

Rollingwood

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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4

Rob Roy

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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5

Westlake Hills

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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6

Highland Park West

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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7

Davenport Ranch

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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8

Tarrytown

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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9

Pemberton Heights

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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10

Bryker Woods

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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11

Clarksville

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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12

Lost Creek

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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13

Zilker

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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14

Barton Hills

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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15

Northwest Hills

Live market 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 setLive DOMLive sales-through
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Austin Luxury Market at a Glance

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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
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78738
2Barton Creek
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78735
3Rollingwood
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78746
4Rob Roy
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78746
5Westlake Hills
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78746
6Highland Park West
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78731
7Davenport Ranch
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78746
8Tarrytown
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78703
9Pemberton Heights
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78703
10Bryker Woods
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78703
11Clarksville
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78703
12Lost Creek
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78746
13Zilker
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78704
14Barton Hills
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78704
15Northwest Hills
Live market
Live MLSLiveLive78731

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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