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Great Hills homes for sale in 78759. Austin ISD, Great Hills Country Club, 1980s homes, tech corridor proximity, $700K-$1.2M. Austin's #1 team.
Great Hills in 78759 has a median home price around $1.05M. Zoned to Austin ISD. 15 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 $1.05M+ opportunities in Great Hills.
Lifestyle Fit
Real experiences from buyers and sellers in this neighborhood
Great Hills was Cara's suggestion when we told her we needed to be close to the Domain and the tech corridor but still wanted a real neighborhood feel. She was right — the lots are big, the trees are mature, and the commute to Apple and Google offices is under 15 minutes. Cara also pointed out that Great Hills feeds into Westwood High School, which was important to us. We closed on a five-bedroom with a pool for just over a million.
P. Sharma
We'd lived in Great Hills for 22 years and Joe helped us sell when we retired. The house needed roof work and the kitchen was original. Joe was blunt — fix the roof, leave the kitchen, and price accordingly. He said the lot and the location would sell the house, not the finishes. He was right. A young family bought it and they're already renovating the kitchen. Joe saved us $40K in unnecessary pre-sale updates.
Austin ISD (78759) helps anchor school-driven search and day-to-day livability.
Seller Fit
15 active listings means pricing precision and premium positioning matter for faster offer quality.
Keenan Group Authority
Great Hills is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin by car via MoPac. During peak rush hour, add 10-15 minutes. The Domain is only 5-10 minutes north, and Apple and other tech employers along the 183/MoPac corridor are 8-10 minutes away. Great Hills is optimized for the tech corridor commute, not downtown.
Great Hills is in ZIP code 78759, which also covers parts of Westover Hills, Balcones Woods, and the Arboretum area. 78759 is one of Austin's most established northwest ZIP codes.
Great Hills is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. Murchison and Anderson are consistently ranked among Austin ISD's top-rated schools and are primary demand drivers for the neighborhood.
Great Hills has the golf course, 1980s construction (vs 1960s-70s in NW Hills), and better Domain/tech corridor access. Northwest Hills has closer downtown proximity (12-15 min vs 15-20 min), Doss Elementary, and a more established neighborhood identity. Both share the Murchison-Anderson school path. Great Hills prices ($700K-$1.2M) are similar to Northwest Hills ($800K-$1.5M) with more overlap at the lower end.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with 45+ homes sold in Great Hills and Northwest Austin. With $1B+ in career sales and 1,000+ transactions, we provide deep knowledge of 1980s home renovation economics, golf-course-lot premiums, and the Murchison-Anderson school zone dynamics that drive Great Hills pricing.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Great Hills. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Great Hills 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 Great Hills shows median pricing around $1,046,000. 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.
Great Hills is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78759) known for Austin ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $1,046,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Great Hills attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Great Hills buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
| Metric | Great Hills | Austin Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sold Price (12M) | $1.05M | $610K |
| Avg Days on Market | 29 days | 62 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.0% | 96.7% |
| Price per Sq Ft | $362 | $351 |
| Active Listings | 15 | 2,747 |
| Homes Sold (12M) | 28 | 6,595 |
| Months of Supply | 6.4 | 5.0 |
Data as of . Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin MLS (ACTRIS). Benchmark reflects the citywide market cohort labeled above.
School district: Austin ISD
| School | Type | Grades | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caraway Elementary School | Regular | KG-5 | A | 0.7 mi |
| Laurel Mountain Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | A+ | 1.0 mi |
| Davis Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | — | 1.3 mi |
| Williams Community School | Special Education | PK-KG | — | 1.5 mi |
| Davis Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | C+ | 1.5 mi |
| Canyon Vista Middle School | Regular | 6-8 | A+ | 1.7 mi |
| Hyde Park Schools | Regular | PK-12 | — | 2.0 mi |
| Anderson High School | Regular | 9-12 | B+ | 2.5 mi |
| Pond Springs Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | A |
Source: ATTOM Data, U.S. Census. Reported at the neighborhood/community level.
| Neighborhood | Median Price | School District | ZIP | Active Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hills (you are here) | $1.05M | Austin ISD | 78759 | 15 |
| Westover Hills | $938K | Austin ISD | 78759 | 5 |
| Downtown Condos | $670K | Austin ISD | 78701 | 235 |
| Tarrytown | $1.95M | Austin ISD | 78703 | 30 |
| Bouldin Creek | $1.17M | Austin ISD | 78704 | 28 |
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B. Hoffman
We transferred from Portland and needed to be near the Arboretum area. Cara showed us Great Hills, Canyon Creek, and Jester Estates in one morning. She had school ratings, commute times, and recent sales for each area printed out and organized. Great Hills won because of the neighborhood pool, the greenbelt access, and the fact that Round Rock ISD let us enroll our kids mid-year without issues. Cara made a complicated relocation feel manageable.
E. Larson
District guides, ratings, and school-zone pricing impact
A 78759 golf community between Northwest Hills and the Domain — 1980s homes, the Great Hills Country Club, tech corridor access, and Austin ISD schools.
#1 ABoR Team 2024$1B+ Career Sales1,000+ Homes Sold
Written by Joe and Cara Keenan — 45+ homes sold in Great Hills and Northwest Austin neighborhoods.
Great Hills is a residential neighborhood in Austin's 78759 ZIP code, located between Northwest Hills to the south and the Domain/Arboretum area to the north. It is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin by car and 5-10 minutes from the Domain, Apple, and major tech employers along the MoPac/183 corridor. The neighborhood is built around the Great Hills Country Club and golf course, with mature trees, winding streets, and a suburban character defined by 1980s-era construction. Current market context: median sold price $1.0M, 15 active listings, and 28 trailing-12-month closed sales.
Source: Written by Joe and Cara Keenan — 45+ homes sold in Great Hills and Northwest Austin neighborhoods.
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Active Listings
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Great Hills wins on the combination of golf community living, Austin ISD schools, and tech corridor proximity. It is one of the few Austin neighborhoods where you can live on a golf course, send your kids to Murchison Middle School and Anderson High School, and drive 5-10 minutes to the Domain, Apple, or other major tech employers. That combination attracts families and tech professionals who want suburban comfort without the Westlake commute.
The 1980s housing stock is both a feature and a consideration. Homes are larger than what you find in the mid-century neighborhoods closer to downtown — typically 2,000-3,500 sq ft on lots ranging from 8,000 to 15,000+ sq ft. But many are due for updates. Kitchens, bathrooms, and mechanical systems from the 1980s often need modernization, which creates opportunities for buyers willing to renovate.
Where Great Hills buyers and residents actually eat — from date night to weeknight favorites.
| Name | Cuisine / Type | Price | Highlights | Last verified |
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| Seafood & Steaks | $$$$ |
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Trails and outdoor activities that buyers and locals ask about most.
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Great Hills Park Trail |
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St. Edwards Park |
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Family favorites, date night ideas, and local experiences close to the neighborhood.
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The Arboretum |
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The Domain & Domain NORTHSIDE |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Great HillsCurrent | $1.0M | 15 | You're here |
| $938K | 5 | View Guide | |
| $670K | 235 | View Guide | |
| $1.9M | 30 | View Guide | |
| $1.2M | 28 | View Guide |
Prices based on trailing 12-month polygon-based market data. Contact Keenan Group for a personalized comparison.
20 transactions totaling $15.03M | Avg list price $751K
| Address | List Price |
|---|---|
| 3607 Brownwood Dr | $1.05M |
| 8900 Rockcrest Dr | $1.20M |
| 8115 Raintree Pl | $600K |
| 8303 Summer Side Dr | $350K |
The live Great Hills MLS market snapshot shows a median sold price of $1.0M, 15 active listings, 29 days average days on market, and $362 average sold price per square foot, based on 28 closed sales in the trailing 12-month market dataset.
Sales-through should be read with inventory and pricing together: 28 trailing-12-month closed sales, 8 pending listings, 6.4 months of supply, and a 96% sale-to-list ratio.
Great Hills is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin by car via MoPac. The Domain is 5-10 minutes north. That ratio — much closer to the tech corridor than to downtown — defines who buys in Great Hills. If your office is at Apple, Oracle, or anywhere along the 183/MoPac corridor, Great Hills puts you close to work without paying Westlake or Northwest Hills prices.
The neighborhood is located in northwest Austin, bounded roughly by 183 (Research Boulevard) to the north, MoPac to the east, Great Hills Trail to the south, and Rain Creek Parkway to the west. The internal streets wind through the golf course, creating a more suburban feel than the grid neighborhoods closer to downtown.
Great Hills has a quieter, more suburban identity than central Austin neighborhoods. The pace is slower, the streets are curving rather than gridded, and the community life centers on the country club, the schools, and the green spaces.
Great Hills is for buyers who want golf-community character with Austin ISD schools and tech-corridor convenience. It is not for those seeking downtown walkability or indie-neighborhood character. Know what you are optimizing for, and Great Hills delivers.
Great Hills buyers typically compare with Northwest Hills, Jester Estates, Westover Hills, and sometimes Circle C Ranch. The decision comes down to school path, commute patterns, and whether golf community living matters.
Great Hills is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin by car via MoPac. During peak rush hour, add 10-15 minutes. The Domain is only 5-10 minutes north, and Apple and other tech employers along the 183/MoPac corridor are 8-10 minutes away. Great Hills is optimized for the tech corridor commute, not downtown.
Great Hills is in ZIP code 78759, which also covers parts of Westover Hills, Balcones Woods, and the Arboretum area. 78759 is one of Austin's most established northwest ZIP codes.
Great Hills is served by Austin ISD. The primary school path is Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. Murchison and Anderson are consistently ranked among Austin ISD's top-rated schools and are primary demand drivers for the neighborhood.
Great Hills has the golf course, 1980s construction (vs 1960s-70s in NW Hills), and better Domain/tech corridor access. Northwest Hills has closer downtown proximity (12-15 min vs 15-20 min), Doss Elementary, and a more established neighborhood identity. Both share the Murchison-Anderson school path. Great Hills prices ($700K-$1.2M) are similar to Northwest Hills ($800K-$1.5M) with more overlap at the lower end.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with 45+ homes sold in Great Hills and Northwest Austin. With $1B+ in career sales and 1,000+ transactions, we provide deep knowledge of 1980s home renovation economics, golf-course-lot premiums, and the Murchison-Anderson school zone dynamics that drive Great Hills pricing.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Great Hills. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Great Hills 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 Great Hills shows median pricing around $1,046,000. 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.
Great Hills is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78759) known for Austin ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $1,046,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Great Hills attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Great Hills buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
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Bull Creek Greenbelt |
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Balcones District Park |
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River Place Nature Trail |
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Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park |
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Bull Creek District Park |
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Great Hills Country Club |
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iPic Theaters |
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Topgolf Austin |
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Great Hills Park |
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Whole Foods Market - Domain |
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iFly Indoor Skydiving |
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Amy's Ice Creams - Arboretum |
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| 2.5 mi |
| Hill Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | A- | 2.5 mi |
| 8434 Antero Dr | $600K |
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Browse current listings in Great Hills. Updated daily from Austin MLS.
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills Ph 02 Sec 02 Amd
MLS# 6443172 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,970,000
$532/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Pinnacle at Great Hills
MLS# 4410142 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,790,000
$477/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills 22
MLS# 6854065 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,490,000
$476/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills Sec 25
MLS# 7401771 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,299,500
$385/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills Sec 10
MLS# 9598065 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,260,000
$301/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills Sec 23 Ph 02-A
MLS# 8892401 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,199,999
$357/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills Sec 23 Ph 02
MLS# 8507716 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,145,000
$414/sqft
Austin, TX 78759
Great Hills Sec 29
MLS# 1374176 • Courtesy of ACTRIS
$1,125,000
$284/sqft