Lost Creek Homes For Sale

Lost Creek Homes for Sale & West Austin Real Estate

Nestled along the winding curves of Barton Creek in prestigious ZIP code 78746, Lost Creek homes for sale represent one of West Austin’s most established residential communities. Celebrated for its dramatic Hill Country topography, mature oak tree canopies, and direct access to top-performing Eanes ISD campuses, Lost Creek offers an exceptional lifestyle just seven miles west of Downtown Austin.

Bordered by the Barton Creek Greenbelt to the south and Loop 360 to the east, Lost Creek encompasses approximately 700 single-family residences across 775 acres. Homes range from classic 1970s and 1980s multi-level residences to extensively renovated contemporary estates. Residents enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle centered around 22 acres of MUD greenbelt parks, direct trailheads into Barton Creek, and close proximity to Westlake Country Club (membership required).

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Lost Creek Community Overview & Location

Named for the wandering journey of Barton Creek between its rolling hills, approximately 4,500 people call Lost Creek home. Though development of the 24 platted sections began in the mid-1970s, the majority of homes were built through the 1980s. Spread across 775 pristine acres, 30% of homes back up directly to a greenbelt or overlook dramatic Hill Country canyons.

A typical home in Lost Creek offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 living areas, and a 2-car garage. Sizes range from 1,800 to over 6,000 square feet, with an average size of approximately 2,700 square feet. The community also features a selection of luxury condominiums and garden homes, such as Verde Heights, Woodslopes, and Canyon Vista. Remodeling and custom additions are common in this established neighborhood, keeping property values strong and turnover low.

Location & Commute: Lost Creek fringes Lost Creek Boulevard as it curves southward 1.8 miles from S. Capital of Texas Highway (Loop 360) to Barton Creek. Forming the southern tip of the Westlake area in MLS Area 8W and ZIP code 78746, Lost Creek sits skirted by the Barton Creek Wilderness Preserve to the south, Bee Caves Road to the north, Westlake Country Club to the west, and Loop 360 to the east. Downtown Austin and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport are both under 20 minutes away.

Civic & District Resources:

• Lost Creek Neighborhood Association (LCNA)

• Lost Creek Limited District / MUD

Nearby Private & Pre-K Options

Private Academies: St. Gabriel’s Catholic School, St. Michael’s Catholic Academy, St. Stephen’s Episcopal, Trinity Episcopal, Regents School of Austin, St. Andrew’s Episcopal, Lake Hills Montessori, and Barton Creek Child Development Center.

Pre-K & Early Childhood: Elsass Academy, Westlake Childcare, Westlake United Methodist Preschool, Butterfly Christian, St. John Neumann Preschool, and YPW Spanish Immersion.

Lost Creek Amenities, Shopping & Recreation

In 1972, the City of Austin and the Texas Water Commission granted permission to form the Lost Creek Municipal Utility District (MUD), issuing bonds to provide water and sewer service across 775 pristine acres. Developers platted 24 subdivision sections with 20 residential phases, carefully placing winding roads along the hillsides to preserve native oak trees and Barton Creek views.

Following decades of operating as an independent MUD community, Lost Creek was formally annexed by the City of Austin in 2015. Today, Lost Creek remains one of West Austin’s most enduring neighborhoods, celebrated for its active neighborhood association, top-rated Eanes ISD schools, and timeless Hill Country appeal.