About West Lake Hills
West Lake Hills is a small city just west of downtown Austin across Lady Bird Lake and the Colorado River, with large lots, hilly terrain and many older homes on valuable land.
West Lake Hills housing at a glance
| Location | About 4.1 miles west of downtown Austin |
|---|---|
| Main ZIP code | 78746 |
| Houses and townhomes | About 1,060 |
| Largest group built | between 1980 and 1999 (39%) |
| Built before 1980 | 36% |
| Built since 2000 | 26% |
| Lived in by their owners | 95% |
Housing figures count single-family houses and townhomes only. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Distances are in a straight line from downtown Austin.
What this means if you are selling in West Lake Hills
39% of homes here were built in the 1980s and 1990s. Roofs, air conditioning and water heaters have usually been replaced at least once, while kitchens, baths and flooring are often original, so cosmetic and mid-level renovations are common before a resale. Almost all houses here (95%) are lived in by their owners.
How selling to us works in West Lake Hills
- Send the address. And a few details about condition and timing.
- One walk-through. We come to the property in West Lake Hills.
- Written offer. With our numbers explained.
- Close with a title company. On your date. Your loan and any liens are paid off at closing.
Common reasons owners in West Lake Hills sell to us
House needs repairs
Sell without fixing the roof, the kitchen or anything else first.
Read more →Foundation problems
Cracks, sloping floors or a failed repair. We buy houses with foundation issues.
Read more →Inherited house
Selling a parent’s or relative’s home, including during probate.
Read more →Behind on payments
Behind on the mortgage or facing a foreclosure sale date.
Read more →Divorce
A clean, simple sale so both sides can move on.
Read more →Rental with tenants
Sell a rental property with tenants in place, or a tired landlord’s portfolio.
Read more →Vacant house
An empty house costing you taxes, insurance and worry every month.
Read more →Relocating
Moving for work or family on a fixed date.
Read more →Downsizing
Moving to something smaller, or helping a parent move.
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Selling a house in West Lake Hills: FAQs
Do you buy houses in West Lake Hills?
Yes. Kaplan Romano Ventures buys houses directly from owners in West Lake Hills and across Travis County, in any condition, including rentals with tenants, inherited homes and lots. Request an offer.
How old are the homes in West Lake Hills?
Census estimates show that the largest group of houses and townhomes in West Lake Hills, 39%, were built between 1980 and 1999. 36% were built before 1980 and 26% since 2000.
How far is West Lake Hills from Austin?
The center of West Lake Hills is about 4.1 miles west of downtown Austin, measured in a straight line.
How fast can I sell my house in West Lake Hills?
A cash sale does not depend on a buyer’s mortgage, so it can often close within a few weeks once the title is clear, or later if you prefer. The title company’s review sets the earliest realistic date.
Do I need to make repairs before selling my West Lake Hills house?
No. We buy as-is. You still disclose what you know about the property, as Texas requires, and our offer accounts for the repairs.