A Guide To The River Place Community In Austin, Texas

Located off of FM 2222 between Hwy 360 and RR 620 on the north shore of Lake Austin, the country club neighborhood of River Place provides residents with a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby Austin.

Laid out in a loop that surrounds River Place Country Club, the community features residential areas on both its north and south ends. From both sides, residents enjoy expansive views of Texas hill country, while others are also graced with views of the community's beautiful golf course.

Thanks to its location, residents of River Place are able to fully enjoy all that nature has to offer. At Lake Austin, they may enjoy swimming, boating, sailing, waterskiing and other water activities. Or, they may choose to access the numerous nature trails that are available throughout the acres of land. Of course, River Place residents do not need to leave the community in order to enjoy the great outdoors, as a large portion of the community is comprised of nature preserves. As such, residents enjoy greenbelt and canyon views as well as opportunities to explore and commune with nature.

Located just fifteen minutes from downtown Austin, residents of River Place have the perfect combination of nature and city life. With the capital city located so near to the community, residents do not have to endure much of a commute when traveling back and forth to the many employment opportunities the city has to offer. Similarly, Austin is home to ample dining and shopping opportunities as well as many museums, live performance venues and more.

With the River Place Country Club nearby, residents can also enjoy a round of golf at a Tom Kite Golf Course or they can participate in the club's excellent tennis program. Golf lessons are also available, as is a driving range that can be accessed throughout the year. This family-oriented country club also features fitness facilities, massage facilities, swimming and dining opportunities. In addition, social activities occur on a regular basis within the facility, helping to bring members of the club and of the community even closer together.

Children living in the community enjoy an excellent education through the Leander Independent School District. Elementary-aged children attend River Place Elementary, while middle school students attend Canyon Ridge Middle School and high school students attend Cedar Park High School. As one of the fastest growing districts in the state of Texas, the district is committed to "a continually improving world-class curriculum" and places a "focus on teaching and modeling ethical behavior." The district is also dedicated to "encouragement of parent and community involvement."

Those who are interested in living in the community have many styles of homes to select from. From spacious, top-end estates located along the lake to cozy villas dotting the club fairways, there is certain to be a home to suit just about anyone's taste. Similarly, prices in the community range from around $300,000 to over $3,000,000, meaning there is a home to fit just about anybody's budget as well.