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Lake Travis

Lake Travis isn’t about proximity to the city — it’s about space, scale, and escape.

Property Listings

$60,000,000

0 Old Ferry RD, Spicewood, TX 78669

MLS®: 1656455

$31,500,000

0 Lohman Ford Road Lohman Ford RD, Lago Vista, TX 78645

MLS®: 7103639

$15,000,000

3 bd 3 ba 2,376 Sq.Ft. For Sale

123 Vicinity TRL, Spicewood, TX 78669

MLS®: 3136269

$11,900,000

6 bd 13 ba 15,394 Sq.Ft. For Sale

12400 Cedar ST, Austin, TX 78732

MLS®: 2671872

$10,000,000

6,200 Sq.Ft. For Sale

Call for Address

MLS®: 6801209

$8,500,000

0 Angel Light DR, Spicewood, TX 78669

MLS®: 8611980

$8,500,000

0 Angel Light DR, Spicewood, TX 78669

MLS®: 9713713

$7,900,000

3320 Ranch Road 620 N, Austin, TX 78734

MLS®: 3870046

$7,400,000

6 bd 8 ba 7,446 Sq.Ft. For Sale

14701 Hornsby Hill RD, Austin, TX 78734

MLS®: 4983160

$7,400,000

6 bd 8 ba 7,446 Sq.Ft. For Sale

14701 Hornsby Hill RD, Austin, TX 78734

MLS®: 1244436

$6,900,000

Lot 4 Colorado Canyon DR, Marble Falls, TX 78654

MLS®: 3273454

$6,599,000

5 bd 7 ba 7,780 Sq.Ft. For Sale

622 Casasanta TRL, Austin, TX 78738

MLS®: 5111536

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Welcome to Lake Travis

Lake Travis Waterfront Real Estate

Lake Travis isn’t about proximity to the city — it’s about space, scale, and escape. This page focuses exclusively on true Lake Travis waterfront homes, meaning properties with direct waterfrontage, usable shoreline, or deeded dock rights. Not hilltop views. Not nearby neighborhoods. Only homes that are actually located on the lake.

Where Lake Austin feels intimate and contained, Lake Travis feels expansive. Bigger water. Bigger lots. Bigger separation from daily noise. For the right buyer, that difference is the entire point.

Who Lake Travis Is (and Isn’t) Right For

Lake Travis appeals to buyers who want room to breathe — physically and mentally. Many homes sit on larger parcels, with long views, dramatic elevation changes, and a sense of privacy that’s difficult to replicate closer to town. This is a place for weekends that feel like vacations and full-time living that doesn’t feel rushed.

It’s not for buyers who need predictability or convenience above all else. Water levels fluctuate. Commutes are longer. Some homes trade intimacy for scale. Buyers who expect Lake Travis to behave like Lake Austin are often disappointed — they’re fundamentally different markets with different rhythms.

The Lake Travis Lifestyle

Life on Lake Travis is more episodic and seasonal. Summer weekends bring energy and activity. Weekdays and shoulder seasons are quieter, expansive, and often strikingly peaceful. Many homeowners use their properties as second homes — even when they live there full time.

Architecturally, homes range from classic lake houses to modern cliffside builds. Outdoor living is central: terraces, negative-edge pools, long decks, and wide sightlines often matter more than interior finishes. This is a market where orientation, elevation, and water access outweigh cosmetic details.

Dining, Views, and Gathering Places

Lake Travis social life tends to cluster around views and gathering spots rather than walkability.

The Oasis on Lake Travis is iconic for a reason — sweeping sunset views, large decks, and a sense of scale that matches the lake itself.
Steiner Ranch Steakhouse offers hilltop dining with lake views and a quieter, more refined atmosphere.
Lakeway Resort & Spa serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike, especially during warmer months.

These aren’t everyday stops for most homeowners — they’re destinations that anchor the lifestyle.

Things to Do Beyond the Water

While boating is the centerpiece, the surrounding land adds dimension to daily life.

Pace Bend Park offers trails, cliffs, and some of the best undeveloped shoreline on the lake.
Hiking, cycling, and sunset watching are as much a part of Lake Travis living as time on the water.

For many residents, the draw is the ability to unplug without feeling isolated.

Market Reality on Lake Travis

Lake Travis is more volatile than Lake Austin — and that’s not a negative, it’s just reality. Pricing is influenced heavily by water levels, elevation, dock rights, and long-term usability of the shoreline. Inventory can be inconsistent, and comparable sales often require deeper interpretation.

Buyers tend to make mistakes by overemphasizing finishes and underestimating access, exposure, or long-term maintenance. Sellers misstep when they price based on peak-market assumptions without accounting for how this buyer pool actually behaves.

Here, strategy matters more than speed.

My Perspective on Lake Travis

Lake Travis rewards patience and clarity. I spend a lot of time helping clients understand what actually holds value here — and what doesn’t. Not every waterfront home functions the way it appears online, and not every “deal” ends up being one.

On the sell side, realistic positioning and preparation make an outsized difference. On the buy side, knowing when to wait — and when to move decisively — is everything.

If Lake Travis is on your radar, it’s worth approaching it with a long-term lens and a clear understanding of the tradeoffs.

Related Pages

Learn more about how I work with clients → Hands-On Representation
Learn more about my approach and judgment → About Brandon Galia

Overview for Lake Travis, TX

34,659 people live in Lake Travis, where the median age is 52 and the average individual income is $83,039. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

34,659

Total Population

52 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
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$83,039

Average individual Income

Around Lake Travis, TX

There's plenty to do around Lake Travis, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

6

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

17

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Passion 4 Fitness, Yoga by Dayna, and Core and More Pilates.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Passion 4 Fitness page on Yelp	Active	4.54 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Yoga by Dayna page on Yelp Search 17022 Trail Of The Woods on Google Maps	Active	4.75 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Core and More Pilates page on Yelp Search 1200 Lakeway Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.7 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Amanda Yetley Yoga + Ayurveda page on Yelp	Active	3.12 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blush Beauty Bar page on Yelp Search 1200 Lakeway Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	4.67 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lago Vista Tattoo page on Yelp Search 20811 Dawn Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.78 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Travis, TX

Population Households Employment

Lake Travis has 15,215 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Travis do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 34,659 people call Lake Travis home. The population density is 1,169.331 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

34,659

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

52

Median Age

50.82 / 49.18%

Men vs Women

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15,215

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$83,039

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Lake Travis, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Travis. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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