Lewis Mountain Homes for Sale
About Lewis Mountain
Lewis Mountain, a small, upscale neighborhood in Southwest Austin’s 78737 zip code, offers a tranquil Hill Country lifestyle with modern conveniences. Developed in the 1970s, this non-HOA community, located off Fitzhugh Road near Highway 290, features approximately 40 custom homes on large lots, typically one to five acres. Homes range from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet, priced from $800,000 to $2M, showcasing ranch-style, contemporary, and Hill Country-inspired designs with stone or brick exteriors. Many properties offer privacy, mature oak trees, and views of Slaughter Creek or surrounding hills, with some including pools or outdoor kitchens.
Amenities
While Lewis Mountain lacks formal community amenities, its spacious lots and natural setting provide a park-like atmosphere. Residents enjoy proximity to recreational areas like the Barton Creek Greenbelt and Belterra Park, ideal for hiking, biking, and disc golf. Local dining and entertainment, such as Nutty Brown Cafe, Jester King Brewery, and Driftwood Estate Winery, are minutes away. The Belterra Village Shopping Center, with HEB and restaurants like Pieous, and the Hill Country Galleria, offering upscale retail and dining, are within a 10-mile radius. Downtown Austin is 15 miles away, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 22 miles.
Market Trends
The Lewis Mountain real estate market is competitive, with a median sale price in the 78737 area around $678,782 as of March 2025, down 5% year-over-year, and homes selling in about 73 days, per Redfin data. Property tax rates in Travis County dropped to 1.4669% in 2023 from 1.7107% in 2021.
Schools
Served by the Austin Independent School District, residents attend Baldwin Elementary, Gorzycki Middle, and Bowie High, all highly rated for academics and extracurriculars. Private schools like Austin Waldorf are nearby. Lewis Mountain’s spacious lots, scenic beauty, and top schools make it a hidden gem for families seeking privacy and accessibility.
