Discover Austin's Most Luxurious Golf Suburbs & New Homes! 🏡⛳️

🏡 Best Suburbs of Austin for Peace, Space & Golf Course Living

Love the Austin lifestyle but tired of city noise, traffic, and tiny yards? You’re not alone.

I’m Nicole Cooper—Austin real estate specialist and former UT golfer—and today, I’m breaking down my top 5 favorite suburbs around Austin for buyers who want more space, better schools, and maybe even a home near the golf course.

Let’s explore where you can find the best blend of peace, amenities, and lifestyle just outside the city limits.

1. 🌳 Cedar Park: Affordable & Amenity-Packed

Best for: Young professionals, tech workers, and families on a budget
Location: 30 mins NW of Downtown Austin
School District: Leander ISD – Rated 89/100

Golf Options:

• Crystal Falls (Public)

• Avery Ranch (Semi-private)

• Twin Creeks Country Club (Private, low initiation fee)

Lifestyle Highlights:

• Access to the MetroRail train to downtown

• Close to the Tech Corridor (Apple, Dell, IBM)

• Great shopping, trails, and dining

2. 🏞️ Westlake Hills & Rollingwood: Luxury + Top Schools

Best for: High-end buyers, professionals, families focused on education
Location: Just west of Downtown Austin
School District: Eanes ISD – Rated 97/100

Golf Courses:

• Austin Country Club – Prestigious and scenic

• Westlake Country Club – Formerly Lost Creek, newly renovated

• Barton Creek Country Club – 4 courses, Omni Resort, elite amenities

Lifestyle Highlights:

• Lake Austin access and downtown skyline views

• Hilltop estates, luxury remodels, and custom builds

• Top-rated schools and tight-knit community

3. 🌄 Dripping Springs: Hill Country Charm & Room to Breathe

Best for: Nature lovers, horse owners, buyers wanting acreage
Location: 30–45 mins west of Austin
School District: Dripping Springs ISD – Rated 93/100

Golf Access: No courses in town—closest is Grey Rock Golf Club

Lifestyle Highlights:

• Wineries, breweries, and distilleries (a.k.a. “Sippin’ in Drippin’”)

• Wedding capital of Texas

• Acreage lots and custom ranch homes

• New construction available, including master-planned communities

4. ⛳️ Steiner Ranch & River Place: Family-Friendly with Lake Views

Best for: Families, golfers, and lake lovers
Location: West Austin between Lake Travis & Lake Austin
School District: Leander ISD (Vandegrift HS – 93/100)

Golf Spotlight:

• UT Golf Club – Home of the Longhorns, private club with excellent practice facilities

Lifestyle Highlights:

• Master-planned community with hiking trails, pools, parks, and HOAs

• Great for buyers looking for strong resale value + top schools

• Homes range from $500K to $1.5M+, with lakeview homes much higher

5. 🌅 Lakeway: Golf, Water, and the Ultimate Hill Country Lifestyle

Best for: Golfers, lake life enthusiasts, and luxury buyers
Location: 30 mins west of Austin near Lake Travis
School District: Lake Travis ISD – Rated 88/100

Golf Heaven:

• The Hills + Flintrock Falls – Private, 4-course elite membership

• Spanish Oaks Golf Club – Ultra-luxury, $200K initiation

• Falconhead – Semi-private, public play

• Travis Club – Brand-new private club and lakefront community (coming soon!)

Lifestyle Highlights:

• Marinas, water sports, and boat clubs on Lake Travis

• Wide range of real estate: 1970s remodels to luxury lakefront estates

• Ideal for those wanting a golf + lake combo lifestyle

🏠 Which Suburb Is Right for You?

📞 Ready to Explore One of These Suburbs?

Whether you’re dreaming of lake life, walkability to the fairway, or just a little more elbow room, my team and I are here to help.

Call, text, or email us anytime—we’d love to help you find the perfect home that matches your lifestyle.

And if you’re stuck between two options? Let’s tour both and see what fits.

Until next time,
Be kind to yourself and others. I’ll see you around town—or on the green. ⛳️