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Courtyard
West Austin tennis, lake lifestyle, on the peninsula at Bull Creek and Lake Austin.
Courtyard is one of West Austin's most distinguished neighborhoods. Known for its appealing homes, premier tennis facilities, and lake lifestyle, this community is ideally situated on the northwest peninsula created by the convergence of Bull Creek and Lake Austin (Lower Colorado River).
Development began in the late 1970s, with the Courtyard Tennis and Swim Club opening in 1983, shortly after the Pennybacker Bridge opened in 1982. The neighborhood occupies what was formerly the Tom Wooten Boy Scout Camp, with street names reflecting this heritage.
Homes average just north of 3,000 square feet, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, most with brick or stone exteriors, high-end kitchens, luxurious bathrooms, and outdoor entertainment spaces. The community is situated primarily in the 78731 zip code, approximately 9 miles from downtown Austin.
Schools
Austin ISD covers this area. We do not publish campus attendance zones: they are assigned by street address and can change, so confirm the current assignment for a specific property with the district. Austin ISD School Finder at austinisd.org/school-finder is the authoritative check.
Who this is for
The Courtyard feels a long way from everything, which is surprising for somewhere fifteen minutes from downtown. It sits on a bend in Bull Creek where the creek runs into Lake Austin, on ground that was a Boy Scout camp from 1934 to 1983. The old dining hall is the tennis center office now and the flagpole is still standing. The neighborhood owns a gated waterfront park with a kayak rack and dock slips residents can lease. It suits people who want the lake on a regular Tuesday rather than once a summer, and who know their neighbors by name. There is no school campus inside the neighborhood. The HOA is mandatory and runs around $350 a year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Courtyard in Austin?
Courtyard sits on the northwest peninsula formed where Bull Creek meets Lake Austin, primarily in the 78731 ZIP code. The peninsula setting is why it feels separate from the roads around it.
What is the history of the Courtyard neighborhood?
Development began in the late 1970s on land that was formerly the Tom Wooten Boy Scout Camp, and several street names still reference that. The Courtyard Tennis and Swim Club opened in 1983, a year after the Pennybacker Bridge.
What amenities does Courtyard have?
The Courtyard Tennis and Swim Club is the centre of the neighborhood, and the tennis facilities are among the better ones attached to any Austin neighborhood. Lake access shapes daily life here too.
What kind of houses are in Courtyard?
Homes average just north of 3,000 square feet with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, mostly brick or stone. High-end kitchens and outdoor entertaining space are common.
Does The Courtyard have an HOA?
Yes, and it is mandatory. Membership in The Courtyard Home Owners Association, Inc. runs with the lot rather than being optional, and assessments are a continuing lien on the property. Dues run approximately $350 a year. The Courtyard Racquet Club on Courtyard Drive is a separate private club, not an association amenity, so club access is not included in dues. The recorded declaration and the title commitment on a specific property govern.
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