Living In Westlake Texas

This page provides guidance for anyone who is thinking about moving to Westlake Texas. and wants to make an objective assessment of what living in Westlake is like. Westlake livability factors are presented along with descriptions, pictures and maps of Westlake homes for sale. At the bottom of this page are links to authoritative sources that provide additional general information about living in Westlake.

Where Is Westlake Texas Located?

Westlake, Texas is located in the United States, specifically in the state of Texas. It’s situated in the northeastern part of the state, near the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Westlake is approximately 25 miles northwest of Fort Worth and about 30 miles northeast of Dallas.

You’re about 35 minutes to downtown Dallas and about 28 minutes to downtown Fort Worth. You have easy highway access around the metroplex. Residents have access to TX 170 W route to get to Fort Worth or TX 114 E route to Dallas.

Westlake is easily accessible to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (17 minute drive) as well as Dallas Love Field (35 minute drive)

Eanes Independent School District

One of the standout features of Westlake is its excellent school system. The schools are highly rated, receiving an “A” according to the 2021-2022 school year evaluations. With 7,809 students, a strong sense of school pride, dedicated teachers, and great administrators, Westlake schools offer a top-notch education.

Most school age children who reside in Westlake are eligible to attend Eanes Independent School District schools.

Suburban Charm

Suburban charm in Westlake, Texas offers its luxurious living, scenic beauty, top-rated schools, low crime rate, strong community atmosphere, and convenient location, making it an ideal place for residents seeking an affluent yet welcoming community.

Active Lifestyle Opportunities

Westlake provides active lifestyle opportunities such as golfing, outdoor recreation, fitness centers, water sports at Lake Grapevine, and community events promoting health and wellness for residents of all ages.

Diverse Neighborhoods

Westlake, Texas, has diverse neighborhoods like Vaquero, Glenwyck Farms, Granada, and Mahotea Boone, each offering unique housing options and lifestyles tailored to different preferences. Click on this Westlake neighborhoods link for profiles that describe some of the best and most popular of these neighborhoods.

Westlake Texas Real Estate Overview

Key to understanding what living in Westlake is like is knowing about the Westlake Texas real estate market. 

Westlake Texas Property Tax Rates

To view Westlake Property Tax Rates, click this link.

Westlake Texas Housing Trends

What is the housing market like in Westlake today?

In May 2024, Westlake home prices were up 28.5% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $4,200,000. On average, homes in Westlake sell after 7 days on the market compared to 62 days last year. There were  5 homes sold in May this year, up from 3 last year.

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Shown below is a snapshot of current Westlake Texas homes for sale.

The default display order of the property listings shown below is number of days listed, but other sort orders can be selected. The property display also can be easily changed from the default grid display to a detailed list display. If you are viewing this page on a mobile device, a map that shows the location of the selected properties can be displayed by clicking on the map icon.

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