Lush and scenic Barton Hills is centrally located between MoPac to the west, South Lamar to the East, Barton Springs to the North and Gus Fruh Park to the South. Known as a premiere destination for outdoor recreation, Zilker Park has over 350 acres with a spring-fed pool called Barton Springs. A multitude of hiking and biking trails snake throughout the Barton Creek Greenbelt.

Lovers of music will be delights to learn that the Austin City Limits Music Festival is held here annually. Great shopping and nightlife can be found with a short car trip to down town. Seasonal outdoor delights also include swimming holes, botanical gardens and a sculpture garden.

A neighborhood rich in its own culture and history, many of the oldest homes in Barton Hills date back to the 1930s. Although many newer buildings have been constructed on tear-down lots, the interspersed historical architecture allows for a unique aesthetic coupling. The entire area is made vibrant with rich and bountiful greenery.

Touted as a great spot for young families to thrive, the area is served by the award-winning Austin Independent School District. Featuring some of the top schools in the state, the Austin ISD institutions in the Barton Hills area notably include Barton Hills Elementary School.