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Highland Park West homes for sale in 78731. Mid-century neighborhood between NW Hills and Tarrytown, Doss Elementary, $900K-$1.5M median. Austin's #1 team.
Highland Park West in 78731 has a median home price around $2.08M. Zoned to Austin ISD. 7 listings currently available. Keenan Group - #1 Austin team, 25+ years, 1,000+ transactions.
Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin TX
Luxury Buyer Fit Snapshot
Buyer Fit
Best for buyers targeting $2.08M+ opportunities in Highland Park West.
Real experiences from buyers and sellers in this neighborhood
Cara sold our Highland Park West home after we decided to move closer to the grandkids in Dallas. She was realistic about the timeline — homes above $2M take longer to sell in any market, and she set our expectations accordingly. She brought in a professional stager who made the house look incredible in photos. We had a showing every weekend for a month and then got a strong offer from a family relocating from New York. Cara handled the entire negotiation and we closed at 96% of asking.
A. Brennan
Joe knows 78731 better than anyone we talked to. We wanted Highland Park West specifically because of the larger lots and the proximity to Balcones Country Club. Joe showed us six homes over two weekends and had detailed notes on each one — when the roof was replaced, whether the foundation had been addressed, what the neighbor situation was like. We bought a 1970s ranch on a half-acre that Joe said would appreciate well because of the lot size. Two years later, he was right.
Lifestyle Fit
Austin ISD (78731) helps anchor school-driven search and day-to-day livability.
Seller Fit
7 active listings means pricing precision and premium positioning matter for faster offer quality.
Keenan Group Authority
Highland Park West is served by Austin ISD. The school path is Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. Doss Elementary is consistently ranked among Austin ISD's top elementary schools and is the primary draw for families targeting the 78731 corridor. Verify your specific address with Austin ISD, as attendance zones can shift at neighborhood edges.
Both are in 78731 and share the same Austin ISD school path (Doss, Murchison, Anderson). Northwest Hills has larger lots (often half-acre+), more topography, and higher prices ($1.2M-$2M). Highland Park West has a more walkable grid layout, smaller lots (7,000-10,000 sqft), and a median of $900K-$1.5M. Highland Park West is the value entry to the Doss Elementary corridor. The Keenan Group has sold homes across both neighborhoods for 25+ years.
Most Highland Park West lots range from 7,000 to 10,000 square feet. That is smaller than typical Northwest Hills lots (10,000-15,000+ sqft) but larger than central neighborhoods like Bryker Woods or Rosedale. The lot sizes support reasonable additions and renovations without the over-improvement risk that constrains smaller-lot neighborhoods.
Highland Park West is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin via MoPac or Exposition Boulevard. UT Austin is 12-15 minutes. The Domain is 12-15 minutes north. The airport is 25-30 minutes via MoPac to 71. Multiple route options keep commute times relatively consistent.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with $1B+ in career sales and 1,000+ transactions across Austin. In Highland Park West, we specialize in renovation economics for mid-century homes - identifying which properties support profitable updates and which have hidden issues from Balcones fault zone soils. With 25+ years in 78731, we provide block-level knowledge of foundation conditions, drainage, and realistic renovation ceilings.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Highland Park West. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Highland Park West 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 Highland Park West shows median pricing around $2,075,000. 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.
Highland Park West is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78731) known for Austin ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $2,075,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Highland Park West attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Highland Park West buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
| Metric | Highland Park West | Austin Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sold Price (12M) | $2.08M | $610K |
| Avg Days on Market | 88 days | 62 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.7% | 96.7% |
| Price per Sq Ft | $671 | $351 |
| Active Listings | 7 | 2,747 |
| Homes Sold (12M) | 25 | 6,595 |
| Months of Supply | 3.4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Elementary School | Regular | KG-5 | A | 0.9 mi |
| Casis Elementary School | Regular | PK-5 | A+ | 1.1 mi |
| Paragon Preparatory Inc | Special Program Emphasis | PK-8 | — | 1.2 mi |
| Rawson-Saunders-Austin Area School for Dyslexics | Special Education | 2-12 | — | 1.2 mi |
| Bryker Woods Elementary School | Regular | KG-5 | A- | 1.5 mi |
| Ace Academy | Special Program Emphasis | KG-8 | — | 1.6 mi |
| Good Shepherd Episcopal School | Early Childhood Program/Child Care Center | PK-TKG | — | 1.6 mi |
| St Theresas Catholic School | Regular | PK-8 | — |
Source: ATTOM Data, U.S. Census. Reported at the neighborhood/community level.
| Neighborhood | Median Price | School District | ZIP | Active Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park West (you are here) | $2.08M | Austin ISD | 78731 | 7 |
| Northwest Hills | $1.19M | Austin ISD | 78731 | 20 |
| Cat Mountain | $1.06M | Austin ISD | 78731 | 4 |
| Downtown Condos | $670K | Austin ISD | 78701 | 235 |
| Tarrytown | $1.95M | Austin ISD | 78703 | 30 |
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C. Whitfield
We moved from Northwest Hills to Highland Park West for the lot sizes. Joe helped us understand that while the homes are older and might need some work, the land value in HPW is what you're really buying. He ran a ten-year appreciation analysis comparing HPW to Tarrytown and Westover Hills and showed us that HPW had outperformed both on a price-per-acre basis. That data gave us confidence to make a strong offer on a fixer that we're now renovating.
D. Okonkwo
District guides, ratings, and school-zone pricing impact
A walkable mid-century neighborhood in 78731 bridging Northwest Hills and Tarrytown, with Doss Elementary, mature tree canopy, and more accessible pricing than either neighbor.
#1 ABoR Team 2024$1B+ Career Sales1,000+ Homes Sold
Written by Joe and Cara Keenan - 25+ years selling homes in 78731 and central west Austin.
Highland Park West is a residential neighborhood in Austin's 78731 ZIP code, positioned between Northwest Hills to the north and Tarrytown to the south along the Balcones escarpment. It is a mid-century neighborhood defined by mature live oaks, smaller lots than Northwest Hills, and a walkable grid layout uncommon in west Austin. Highland Park West is served by Austin ISD with Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. The neighborhood draws buyers who want the 78731 address and strong school path without the larger lots and higher prices of Northwest Hills proper. Current market context: median sold price $2.1M, 7 active listings, and 25 trailing-12-month closed sales.
Source: Written by Joe and Cara Keenan - 25+ years selling homes in 78731 and central west Austin.
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Active Listings
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Highland Park West occupies a geographic sweet spot that most buyers do not know about until we show it to them. It sits between two of Austin's most established neighborhoods - Northwest Hills and Tarrytown - and borrows the best qualities of each without the price tags. You get the 78731 ZIP, the Doss Elementary school path, and mature tree canopy at $900K-$1.5M instead of $1.2M-$2M+ in Northwest Hills or $2.1M in Tarrytown.
The neighborhood has a different feel than its neighbors. Where Northwest Hills has winding cul-de-sacs on half-acre lots, Highland Park West has a tighter grid with smaller lots and sidewalks. You can walk to Crestview Park, walk the dog without getting in a car, and actually see your neighbors. For buyers coming from denser cities, this feels more like a real neighborhood than the suburban-scale lots to the north.
Where Highland Park West buyers and residents actually eat — from date night to weeknight favorites.
| Name | Cuisine / Type | Price | Highlights | Last verified |
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| American Bistro | $$ |
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Fajita Pete's 5523A Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731 |
Trails and outdoor activities that buyers and locals ask about most.
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Perry Park Trails |
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Mount Bonnell (Covert Park) |
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Family favorites, date night ideas, and local experiences close to the neighborhood.
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The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria |
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Texas Military Forces Museum |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Highland Park WestCurrent | $2.1M | 7 | You're here |
| $1.2M | 20 | View Guide | |
| $1.1M | 4 | View Guide | |
| $670K | 235 | View Guide | |
| $1.9M | 30 | View Guide |
Prices based on trailing 12-month polygon-based market data. Contact Keenan Group for a personalized comparison.
20 transactions totaling $27.66M | Avg list price $1.38M
| Address | List Price |
|---|---|
| 6905 Ladera Norte | $2.00M |
| 6109 Mountain Villa Cir | $1.63M |
| 6910 Hart Ln Unit #706 | $315K |
| 4607 Balcones Dr | $1.50M |
The live Highland Park West MLS market snapshot shows a median sold price of $2.1M, 7 active listings, 88 days average days on market, and $671 average sold price per square foot, based on 25 closed sales in the trailing 12-month market dataset.
Sales-through should be read with inventory and pricing together: 25 trailing-12-month closed sales, 8 pending listings, 3.4 months of supply, and a 96% sale-to-list ratio.
Highland Park West is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin via MoPac or Exposition Boulevard. It is not the closest-in neighborhood, but the MoPac access and multiple route options keep commute times consistent. Most residents use MoPac south to downtown, 2222 west to the Hill Country, or Burnet Road north to the Domain.
The neighborhood is bounded roughly by Balcones Drive to the north, MoPac to the east, 35th Street to the south, and the hills to the west. This puts it in a pocket that feels removed from traffic corridors despite being close to major roads.
Highland Park West is quieter and more residential than neighborhoods with obvious commercial strips. The local anchors are the schools, the parks, and the natural features rather than restaurants and shops. That is part of the appeal - it is a neighborhood where the daily rhythm is defined by school pickup, dog walks, and backyard dinners rather than commercial activity.
For buyers who want a quiet, tree-covered residential neighborhood with strong schools and easy access to both downtown and the Hill Country, Highland Park West delivers without the premium of its more visible neighbors.
Highland Park West buyers almost always compare with Northwest Hills, Tarrytown, and Cat Mountain. The decision usually comes down to lot size, walkability, and how much they want to spend.
Highland Park West is served by Austin ISD. The school path is Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle School, and Anderson High School. Doss Elementary is consistently ranked among Austin ISD's top elementary schools and is the primary draw for families targeting the 78731 corridor. Verify your specific address with Austin ISD, as attendance zones can shift at neighborhood edges.
Both are in 78731 and share the same Austin ISD school path (Doss, Murchison, Anderson). Northwest Hills has larger lots (often half-acre+), more topography, and higher prices ($1.2M-$2M). Highland Park West has a more walkable grid layout, smaller lots (7,000-10,000 sqft), and a median of $900K-$1.5M. Highland Park West is the value entry to the Doss Elementary corridor. The Keenan Group has sold homes across both neighborhoods for 25+ years.
Most Highland Park West lots range from 7,000 to 10,000 square feet. That is smaller than typical Northwest Hills lots (10,000-15,000+ sqft) but larger than central neighborhoods like Bryker Woods or Rosedale. The lot sizes support reasonable additions and renovations without the over-improvement risk that constrains smaller-lot neighborhoods.
Highland Park West is 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin via MoPac or Exposition Boulevard. UT Austin is 12-15 minutes. The Domain is 12-15 minutes north. The airport is 25-30 minutes via MoPac to 71. Multiple route options keep commute times relatively consistent.
The Keenan Group is the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with $1B+ in career sales and 1,000+ transactions across Austin. In Highland Park West, we specialize in renovation economics for mid-century homes - identifying which properties support profitable updates and which have hidden issues from Balcones fault zone soils. With 25+ years in 78731, we provide block-level knowledge of foundation conditions, drainage, and realistic renovation ceilings.
The Keenan Group at Compass is the #1 ranked team by the Austin Board of Realtors (2024) with 25+ years serving Highland Park West. Joe and Cara Keenan have completed 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career sales volume, with deep expertise in Highland Park West 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 Highland Park West shows median pricing around $2,075,000. 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.
Highland Park West is a residential neighborhood in Austin, Texas (ZIP 78731) known for Austin ISD school context, established tree canopy, and proximity to downtown Austin. Current market data shows median pricing around $2,075,000, and pricing should be reviewed by price band, property type, and recent sales. Highland Park West attracts families, professionals, and executives who value address-level school verification, central location, and neighborhood character. The Keenan Group has served Highland Park West buyers and sellers for 25+ years.
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Mayfield Park & Nature Preserve |
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Bright Leaf Nature Preserve |
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Bull Creek Greenbelt |
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Reed Park |
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Camp Mabry Fitness Trail |
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Balcones Country Club |
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Lake Austin |
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Mayfield Park Peacock Viewing |
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HPWBANA Neighborhood Events |
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Mount Bonnell Sunset Watch |
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Central Market Live Music & Food |
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Perry Park Sports & Playground |
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| 1.7 mi |
| Rosedale | Alternative/Other | PK-12 | B | 1.8 mi |
| St Andrew's Episcopal School | Regular | KG-12 | — | 1.8 mi |
| 4403 Canyonside Trl | $1.23M |
| 7911 Cavalry Ct | $575K |
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