Lantana Real Estate: Hill Country Charm, Big City Entertainment
The Lantana neighborhood merges Texas Hill Country charm with the entertainment options and amenities of city living. Residents live among beautiful trees and gentle hills in a quiet community just eight miles southwest of downtown Austin. Many high-tech and software companies are located close by, giving residents a short, pleasant commute.
Development of Lantana began in 2005 and continued through 2010. Homes range from 2,119 square feet to 5,178 square feet in size, typically featuring 3 or 4 sides of masonry, high ceilings and desirable modern appointments, like stainless steel appliances, outstanding kitchens, luxurious master baths and beautiful views.
Folks who live in Lantana have plenty of convenient choices for shopping and dining. For groceries and everyday needs, HEB is about 5 minutes from home and is a popular choice, and there’s no shortage of other options. There are seven large shopping centers within a 10-15 minute drive, which combine to include over 550 stores and restaurants.
“We originally came here because of the proximity of my husband’s employer and that was very convenient,” says neighborhood resident Tanja Helms. She and her husband have been living in Lantana for nearly seven years. “It’s a nice neighborhood. It’s quiet, it’s relatively new, and it’s close to all the kinds of things I enjoy.”
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Outdoor enthusiasts find Lantana well situated. The neighborhood has easy access to nature preserves like Gaines Creek Park, known for its beautiful xeriscaping, and the extensive Barton Creek Wilderness Park, with many miles of both civilized and more primitive hike and-bike trails. Potential activities run the gamut from relaxing strolls to mountain biking and kayaking, to rock climbing and caving. There is something to love here for people of every fitness and skill level, in addition to the nearby natural attractions.
Homeowners are also attracted to the neighborhood’s well-regarded schools. Children in the area attend schools in the Austin Independent School District including Oak Hill Elementary, which was rated “Exemplary” by the Texas Education Agency. Clint Small, Jr. Middle School and Stephen F. Austin High School also serve the neighborhood and were both rated “7 out of 10” on the community rankings website greatschools.org.
Convenient, Luxurious and Naturally Appealing
Conveniently close to downtown Austin, Lantana beckons Austin homebuyers who seek an inspiring natural environment, luxurious well-appointed homes and a quality educational options for their children. Tucked into the Texas Hill Country, soaring mature trees shelter the distinctive homes and marry art with nature. Lantana’s well-placed southwest location affords residents easy access to major highways, as well as outstanding shopping and entertainment choices.
In a single day, a Lantana resident could go for a hike or a bike ride along Barton Creek, stroll through upscale boutiques, and finish the day with a family meal or a romantic outing. Back in the neighborhood, the end of the perfect day is as easy as relaxing in a spacious and modern home.
“There’s a very good mix here,” Helms says. “There are plenty of things to do here in South Austin. There are tons of shops and movie theaters, but if I have to go downtown, it’s still close by.”
