Welcome to Barton Hills

Barton Hills is Austin's best-kept secret for nature lovers who refuse to sacrifice proximity to downtown. Tucked along the southern edge of Barton Creek Greenbelt, this quiet, wooded neighborhood offers something extraordinary: homes where you can literally walk out your back door and onto miles of hiking trails, swimming holes, and rock climbing.

With Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Park at its doorstep, mid-century homes on shaded lots, and a fiercely loyal community, Barton Hills is one of the most desirable — and hardest to get into — neighborhoods in all of Austin.

Why Buyers Choose Barton Hills

The Nature

• Direct access to the Barton Creek Greenbelt from many properties
• Walking distance to Barton Springs Pool (68 degree natural springs year-round)
• Adjacent to Zilker Park (351 acres of parkland)
• Swimming holes: Sculpture Falls, Twin Falls, Gus Fruh — all accessible from the neighborhood
• Mature oak and cedar trees create a canopy over nearly every street

The Homes

• Mid-century homes from the 1950s-1970s with character and large lots
• Modern renovations and custom rebuilds on established lots
• Luxury new construction respecting the neighborhood character
• Many homes back directly to the Greenbelt
• Price range: $600K (smaller/older homes) to $3M+ (Greenbelt-backing estates)

The Neighborhood

Barton Hills is small — roughly 9,000 residents — and that is exactly how locals like it. There are no through-streets designed for commuter traffic, no high-rise developments, and no chain restaurants. What you get instead:

• Barton Hills Elementary — Beloved neighborhood school
• Barton Hills Neighborhood Park — Community pool, playground, and gathering space
• Doc's Backyard — Neighborhood bar and grill with live music and a massive patio
• Community events — Fourth of July parade, neighborhood cleanups, trail maintenance days

Dining and Drinks Nearby

• Barton Springs Saloon — Dive bar right at the Zilker/Barton Hills border
• Shady Grove — Classic Austin outdoor dining under pecan trees
• Uchi — James Beard Award-winning Japanese restaurant (South Lamar, walkable)
• Matt's El Rancho — Legendary Austin Tex-Mex since 1952
• South Lamar corridor — Dozens of restaurants, bars, and coffee shops within minutes

Outdoor Living

• Barton Creek Greenbelt — 12+ miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and swimming
• Barton Springs Pool — Natural spring-fed pool, constant 68 degrees, open year-round
• Zilker Park — ACL Festival, Zilker Botanical Garden, disc golf, sports fields
• Sculpture Falls — Beautiful swimming hole accessed from the Greenbelt
• Twin Falls — Popular swimming and cliff area
• Gus Fruh Pool — Secluded Greenbelt swimming hole

Market Snapshot

• Median Home Price: $850K-$1.2M
• Price Range: $600K to $3M+
• Zip Code: 78704
• Population: 8,957
• Average Days on Market: 20-45 days (high demand, low inventory)
• Property Tax Rate: ~2.0-2.2%
• Schools: Austin ISD (Barton Hills Elementary)

Who Lives Here

• Outdoor enthusiasts who hike, swim, and climb year-round
• Families who want walkable schools and community
• Long-time Austin residents who bought early and never left
• Professionals who want nature and downtown access
• Buyers willing to pay a premium for Greenbelt-backing properties

The Barton Hills Lifestyle

Living in Barton Hills means a morning run on the Greenbelt, a swim at Barton Springs before lunch, and evening drinks on your porch listening to nothing but birds and creek water. It means knowing your neighbors, walking your kids to school, and having Zilker Park as your front yard.

Homes here do not last long on the market. When they come up, serious buyers move fast. If Barton Hills is on your list, you need an agent who knows when properties are coming before anyone else does.

Ready to Explore Barton Hills?

I have sold homes in this neighborhood for years and know every street, every lot, and every Greenbelt access point. Let me help you find your place in one of Austin's most special neighborhoods.

Johnny Ronca | Compass
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