Southwest Austin · ZIP 78749
Living in 78749: Southwest Austin Neighborhoods & Homes
78749 is an established part of Southwest Austin, around MoPac between US 290 and Slaughter Lane, with neighborhoods like Western Oaks, Legend Oaks, Maple Run and Sendera. Most homes were built from the late 1970s to the early 2000s and are served by Austin ISD. The median sale price was about $580,000 for homes sold July through September 2026, the lowest of the three Southwest Austin ZIP codes.
By Justin Cofield, Texas Realtor·Updated November 2026
78749 real estate market
What homes sell for in 78749
How 78749 compares
| ZIP | Area | Median sale | vs 2025 | Time to sell | Typical homes | Schools |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78749 | Established, near MoPac | $580,000 | +5.4% | ~41 days | Late 1970s to early 2000s | Austin ISD |
| 78739 | Circle C area | $822,000 | +6.0% | ~41 days | Master-planned, 1988 and later | Austin ISD (most) |
| 78737 | US 290, toward the Hill Country | $830,000 | −1.8% | ~58 days | Master-planned to acreage | Dripping Springs ISD or Austin ISD |
Median sale price, all home types, homes sold July through September 2026: Redfin. Updated each month with The Back Porch.
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Popular neighborhoods in 78749
Sendera
Homes built about 1997 to 2001, with neighborhood trails.
View homes in Sendera →Maple Run
Smaller homes from the 1980s, about 1,400 to 1,850 square feet.
View homes in Maple Run →Legend Oaks
Homes built about 1988 to 1999 on established, tree-lined streets.
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78749 neighborhoods by type of home
1970s and 80s homes
Westcreek, Maple Run, Western Oaks
Late 1980s to 2000s
Legend Oaks, Oak Parke, Sendera, Circle C North
2000s homes
Deer Haven, Heights at Loma Vista
Year built and lot sizes: Redfin sold records (MLS data), sales from November 2021 to November 2026, checked November 9, 2026.
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Before you buy in 78749
Four things to check first
- School zoning: Check the exact address with Austin ISD.
- Age of the home: Many homes are 25 to 45 years old: roof, HVAC, plumbing and foundation.
- HOA: Some neighborhoods have one and some don't; read the rules.
- Commute: Drive it at rush hour from the neighborhood.
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions about 78749
What neighborhoods are in 78749?
78749 includes Western Oaks, Legend Oaks, Maple Run, Westcreek, Oak Parke, Sendera, Circle C North, Deer Haven and Heights at Loma Vista. Most were built between the late 1970s and the early 2000s.
How much do homes cost in 78749?
The median sale price in 78749 was about $580,000 for homes sold July through September 2026, up 5.4% from a year earlier, and homes took about 41 days to sell. It is the lowest median of the three Southwest Austin ZIP codes.
What schools serve 78749?
78749 is served by Austin ISD. Which elementary, middle and high school a home is zoned to depends on the address, so check it with Austin ISD's school finder before you buy.
How long is the drive from 78749 to downtown Austin?
On a weekday at 8:20 AM in October 2026, Google Maps showed about 33 minutes and 10.9 miles from Sendera to the Texas Capitol. Outside rush hour the drive is shorter.
Should I buy in 78749, 78739 or 78737?
78749 has the lowest prices and established neighborhoods close to MoPac. 78739 is mostly master-planned Circle C area neighborhoods at a higher median. 78737 has larger lots and newer homes, and much of it is in Dripping Springs ISD.
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