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Bee Cave homes for sale in 78738. Lake Travis ISD, Hill Country Galleria, Falconhead golf, $895K median. 15-20 min to downtown Austin. Austin's #1 team.
Bee Cave in 78738 has a median home price around $895K. Zoned to Lake Travis ISD. 26 listings currently available. Keenan Group - #1 Austin team, 25+ years, 1,000+ transactions.
Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin TX
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Buyer Fit
Best for buyers targeting $895K+ opportunities in Bee Cave.
Lifestyle Fit
Real experiences from buyers and sellers in this neighborhood
We moved from Houston and knew almost nothing about the west side of Austin. Joe spent a full afternoon driving us through Bee Cave, Lakeway, and the 620 corridor so we could see the differences for ourselves. He was upfront that Bee Cave had grown fast and that traffic on 71 was something to plan around. We appreciated that honesty. Ended up in a four-bedroom off Hamilton Pool Road and our kids are thriving in Lake Travis ISD. Joe checked in on us a month after closing just to see how we were settling in.
J. Carter
We were looking at both Bee Cave and Dripping Springs and couldn't decide. Joe pulled comparable sales for both areas and walked us through the tax differences and school ratings side by side. That kind of detail made the decision easy. We closed on a place near Falconhead and are really happy with the neighborhood. Joe never pushed us toward one area or the other — he just gave us the information and let us decide.
Lake Travis ISD (78738) helps anchor school-driven search and day-to-day livability.
Seller Fit
26 active listings means pricing precision and premium positioning matter for faster offer quality.
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Bee Cave is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin during off-peak hours via Bee Caves Road to MoPac or Highway 71. During morning and evening rush, the commute can stretch to 25-35 minutes. Lakeway and Lake Travis waterfront areas are 10-15 minutes west.
Bee Cave is primarily in ZIP code 78738. This ZIP also covers portions of the surrounding area including Spanish Oaks, Falconhead, and other communities along the Highway 71 corridor west of Austin.
Bee Cave is served by Lake Travis ISD. The school path includes Lake Travis Elementary, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis High consistently ranks among the top 5 public high schools in the Austin metro and is known for its athletics programs.
Bee Cave offers comparable Hill Country living at roughly half the price of Westlake Hills ($895K vs $1.8M median). Bee Cave has Lake Travis ISD while Westlake Hills has Eanes ISD — both are top-rated districts. Westlake Hills is 5-10 minutes closer to downtown. Bee Cave has better retail infrastructure via the Hill Country Galleria.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with 25+ years selling in the Bee Cave and Lake Travis corridor. With $1B+ in career sales, we help buyers navigate the wide range of communities within Bee Cave — from entry-level townhomes to Spanish Oaks estates. Contact us at (512) 415-7653.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Bee Cave. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Bee Cave pricing, schools, and market dynamics. Their 8-person team includes specialists in residential sales, relocation, and new construction. Contact Keenan Group for a confidential consultation: (512) 415-7653.
Current live MLS market data for Bee Cave shows median pricing around $895,000. Prices range significantly by product type, size, condition, floor plan, and proximity to amenities. For exact median price, price bands, sales-through, and a property-specific valuation, contact the Keenan Group for a market brief.
Bee Cave is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78738) known for Lake Travis ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $895,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Bee Cave attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Bee Cave buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
| Metric | Bee Cave | Bee Cave Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sold Price (12M) | $895K | $890K |
| Avg Days on Market | 81 days | 21 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.5% | 98.9% |
| Price per Sq Ft | $349 | $376 |
| Active Listings | 26 | 8 |
| Homes Sold (12M) | 57 | 1 |
| Months of Supply | 5.5 | 96.0 |
Data as of . Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin MLS (ACTRIS). Benchmark reflects the citywide market cohort labeled above.
School district: Lake Travis ISD
| School | Type | Grades | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose School of Bee Cave | Early Childhood Program/Child Care Center | PK-KG | — | 0.3 mi |
| Lake Pointe Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | A | 1.2 mi |
| The Preparatory School of Bee Cave | Early Childhood Program/Child Care Center | KG-KG | — | 1.4 mi |
| The Magnolia School | Alternative/Other | PK-8 | — | 1.4 mi |
| Bee Cave Elementary School | Regular | KG-5 | A- | 1.7 mi |
| Lake Travis High School | Regular | 9-12 | A | 2.1 mi |
| Lupine Lane | Early Childhood Program/Child Care Center | PK-TKG | — | 2.5 mi |
Source: ATTOM Data, U.S. Census. Reported at the neighborhood/community level.
| Neighborhood | Median Price | School District | ZIP | Active Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bee Cave (you are here) | $895K | Lake Travis ISD | 78738 | 26 |
| Rough Hollow | $905K | Lake Travis ISD | 78738 | 49 |
| Sweetwater | $690K | Lake Travis ISD | 78738 | 27 |
| The Hills | $564K | Lake Travis ISD | 78738 | 10 |
| Serene Hills | $1.27M | Lake Travis ISD | 78738 | 5 |
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R. Patel
Cara helped us sell our Bee Cave house after we decided to downsize. She was realistic about pricing from day one and told us exactly what repairs would matter and what buyers in the area actually care about. The house went under contract in 11 days. What impressed me most was how she handled the inspection — there were a few items and she negotiated through all of them without drama. Smooth and professional the whole way.
M. Thornton
District guides, ratings, and school-zone pricing impact
A growing Hill Country city in 78738 with Lake Travis ISD schools, Hill Country Galleria shopping, Falconhead golf, and a 15-20 minute commute to downtown Austin.
#1 ABoR Team 2024$1B+ Career Sales1,000+ Homes Sold
Written by Joe and Cara Keenan — 25+ years selling in the Bee Cave and Lakeway corridor.
Bee Cave is an incorporated city in western Travis County, Texas, located in ZIP code 78738 along Highway 71 about 15-20 minutes west of downtown Austin. It is the commercial and retail hub for the Lake Travis corridor, anchored by the Hill Country Galleria mixed-use development. Bee Cave is served by Lake Travis ISD, with Lake Travis Elementary and Lake Travis High School among the highest-rated in the Austin metro. The area has seen rapid growth since 2010, with new retail, dining, and medical facilities making it increasingly self-contained. Current market context: median sold price $895K, 26 active listings, and 57 trailing-12-month closed sales.
Source: Written by Joe and Cara Keenan — 25+ years selling in the Bee Cave and Lakeway corridor.
Map & Boundary
Active Listings
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Bee Cave is where Hill Country living meets suburban convenience. It is one of the few areas west of Austin where you can get top-rated Lake Travis ISD schools, walkable retail at the Galleria, and a 15-20 minute downtown commute without the Westlake price tag. That combination has made it one of the fastest-growing cities in the Austin metro since 2015.
The housing stock ranges widely. Entry-level buyers find townhomes and patio homes from $500K-$700K. The core market is $800K-$1.3M for 4-5 bed homes in master-planned communities like Falconhead and Homestead. At the top, Spanish Oaks offers gated estate living from $2.5M to $5M+ with Bobby Weed-designed golf. That range gives Bee Cave something most Austin suburbs lack — a full spectrum from starter to trophy home within the same school district.
Where Bee Cave buyers and residents actually eat — from date night to weeknight favorites.
| Name | Cuisine / Type | Price | Highlights | Last verified |
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| Seafood / American | $$$ |
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Trails and outdoor activities that buyers and locals ask about most.
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Falconhead West Primitive Park |
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Bee Cave Central Park Trail |
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Family favorites, date night ideas, and local experiences close to the neighborhood.
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Hill Country Galleria |
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Falconhead Golf Club |
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Side-by-side comparison with similar Austin neighborhoods based on price range, school district, and location.
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Active Listings | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
Bee CaveCurrent | $895K | 26 | You're here |
| $905K | 49 | View Guide | |
| $690K | 27 | View Guide | |
| $564K | 10 | View Guide | |
| $1.3M | 5 | View Guide |
Prices based on trailing 12-month polygon-based market data. Contact Keenan Group for a personalized comparison.
The live Bee Cave MLS market snapshot shows a median sold price of $895K, 26 active listings, 81 days average days on market, and $349 average sold price per square foot, based on 57 closed sales in the trailing 12-month market dataset.
Sales-through should be read with inventory and pricing together: 57 trailing-12-month closed sales, 10 pending listings, 5.5 months of supply, and a 96% sale-to-list ratio.
Bee Cave sits along Highway 71 about 12 miles west of downtown Austin. The city's commercial core is clustered around the Hill Country Galleria at the intersection of Bee Caves Road (FM 2244) and Highway 71. Most daily errands — groceries, dining, medical, banking — can be handled within a 5-minute drive.
The commute into Austin is the daily reality check. During off-peak hours, downtown is 15-20 minutes via Bee Caves Road to MoPac or Highway 71 to I-35. During morning and evening rush, that can stretch to 25-35 minutes. Remote and hybrid workers have made this less of a factor since 2020, and that shift has been a tailwind for Bee Cave's market.
Bee Cave's identity has shifted from a rural crossroads to a self-contained suburban city over the past 15 years. The Hill Country Galleria was the catalyst — it gave the area a gathering place and commercial anchor that most Austin suburbs lack. Today, residents can handle most of their daily life without driving into Austin, which is the real lifestyle sell.
The growth trajectory is real but not without tension. Long-time residents note increased traffic and density, and the small-town feel that defined Bee Cave in the 2000s is fading. What is replacing it is a more complete suburban city with amenities that compete with anything inside Austin's city limits.
Bee Cave buyers typically compare with Lakeway, Westlake Hills, and Steiner Ranch. The decision usually comes down to price, school preferences, and how much suburban infrastructure matters.
Bee Cave is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin during off-peak hours via Bee Caves Road to MoPac or Highway 71. During morning and evening rush, the commute can stretch to 25-35 minutes. Lakeway and Lake Travis waterfront areas are 10-15 minutes west.
Bee Cave is primarily in ZIP code 78738. This ZIP also covers portions of the surrounding area including Spanish Oaks, Falconhead, and other communities along the Highway 71 corridor west of Austin.
Bee Cave is served by Lake Travis ISD. The school path includes Lake Travis Elementary, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis High consistently ranks among the top 5 public high schools in the Austin metro and is known for its athletics programs.
Bee Cave offers comparable Hill Country living at roughly half the price of Westlake Hills ($895K vs $1.8M median). Bee Cave has Lake Travis ISD while Westlake Hills has Eanes ISD — both are top-rated districts. Westlake Hills is 5-10 minutes closer to downtown. Bee Cave has better retail infrastructure via the Hill Country Galleria.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with 25+ years selling in the Bee Cave and Lake Travis corridor. With $1B+ in career sales, we help buyers navigate the wide range of communities within Bee Cave — from entry-level townhomes to Spanish Oaks estates. Contact us at (512) 415-7653.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Bee Cave. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Bee Cave pricing, schools, and market dynamics. Their 8-person team includes specialists in residential sales, relocation, and new construction. Contact Keenan Group for a confidential consultation: (512) 415-7653.
Current live MLS market data for Bee Cave shows median pricing around $895,000. Prices range significantly by product type, size, condition, floor plan, and proximity to amenities. For exact median price, price bands, sales-through, and a property-specific valuation, contact the Keenan Group for a market brief.
Bee Cave is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78738) known for Lake Travis ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $895,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Bee Cave attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Bee Cave buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
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| American / Sports Bar | $$ |
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| French Bakery / Cafe | $$ |
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| Argentine | $$$ |
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| Steakhouse | $$$ |
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Bee Cave Multi-Use Trail |
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Greenway Primitive Trails |
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Milton Reimers Ranch Park |
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Hamilton Pool Preserve |
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Bee Cave Sculpture Park |
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The Backyard at Bee Cave |
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Bee Cave Central Park & Dog Park |
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Lake Travis |
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Bee Cave Sculpture Park |
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Sonesta Bee Cave Austin |
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Goat Yoga at Hill Country Galleria |
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Topgolf Austin |
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16 transactions totaling $13.81M | Avg list price $863K
| Address | List Price |
|---|---|
| 12309 Carlsbad Dr | $1.60M |
| 13802 Yellow Bell Bnd Unit #17 | $625K |
| 15504 Cabrillo Way | $875K |
| 5812 Davenport Divide Rd | $1.27M |
| 14501 Falcon Head Blvd Unit #16 | $580K |
| 14501 Falcon Head Blvd Unit #47 | $595K |
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