Barton Hills
30.2530° N, 97.7852° W
30.2530° N, 97.7852° W
Your Backyard Is a Greenbelt
Barton Hills is for people who'd rather hit the trail than sit in traffic. Tucked between the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Zilker Park and South Lamar, it's a quiet, leafy neighborhood of mid-century homes where your morning walk might end at a swimming hole.
It's close enough to downtown for a five-minute commute and wild enough that you'll occasionally spot a deer in the driveway. Barton Hills is proof that you don't have to leave the city to get away from it all. Let's take a hike.
Barton Hills sits in 78704, bordered by the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Zilker Park and the South Lamar corridor.
The median sale price in Barton Hills over the past 12 months was about $1.56M, across roughly 69 closed sales, at around $590 per square foot. Inventory is tight, at under two months of supply, so well-priced homes go quickly.
Mid-century ranches: 1950s to 1970s homes with big windows and classic lines, the heart of the neighborhood.
Renovated originals: mid-century bones with modern kitchens, open layouts and updated systems.
Greenbelt and creek-view homes: the premium tier, backing right up to nature.
Lots typically run about 6,000 to 12,000+ square feet. Some lots near the creek sit in FEMA floodplains, which can affect insurance, permits, and resale. That's one of the first things I check for my buyers here.
Market figures: trailing 12 months of MLS closed sales as of October 2026. Verify current numbers before publishing.
The Barton Creek Greenbelt is the star, with access points at Gus Fruh, Spyglass and Campbell's Hole and miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and climbing. Barton Springs Pool stays 68 to 70 degrees year-round, and 350-acre Zilker Park borders the neighborhood with the botanical garden, the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and a path to the Lady Bird Lake trail.
When it's time to refuel, Tacodeli on Spyglass is a local favorite, Barton Springs Road has Chuy's and Juliet, and the South Lamar corridor offers Uchi, Matt's El Rancho, the Alamo Drafthouse and more. You get a creekside lifestyle with great tacos nearby. That's a trail mix we can get behind.
Barton Hills is in Austin ISD and is known for its school path. Homes are typically zoned to Barton Hills Elementary, O. Henry Middle School and Austin High School, with LASA available as a magnet option. Always confirm school assignments by exact address.
If walking to restaurants every night is your top priority, Bouldin Creek or Zilker may be a closer fit. If you want trees, trails, and a little peace and quiet, Barton Hills is a natural choice.
From floodplain questions to mid-century renovation potential, Barton Hills has a few details that matter. I'll help you find the right home, ask the right questions, and move fast when it counts.
Ready to blaze a new trail? Call or text me at (512) 923-7619, email [email protected], or browse Barton Hills homes for sale.
8,957 people live in Barton Hills, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $75,819. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Barton Hills, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Brodie Oaks Shopping Center, Shannon Young Aesthetician, and Massage 2 YOU.
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| Beauty | 0.87 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.05 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.06 miles | 7 reviews | 3.9/5 stars | |
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Barton Hills has 5,295 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Barton Hills do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,957 people call Barton Hills home. The population density is 3,850 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Megan combines hands-on real estate experience, a passion for interior design, and firsthand knowledge of Austin to create a thoughtful approach for every client. She takes the time to understand your goals and find opportunities that make sense for your next move.
ADDRESS 2500 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 3 Ste 200 Austin, TX 78746
