History of Lakeway

Lakeway began its rise to prominence along Lake Travis as a hotel and resort. The surrounding property was sold to private individuals and was primarily a site for second homes and retirement properties.

Today, Lakeway has transformed itself from a small resort village established in 1962 into a self-sufficient city with a small town attitude. The ever-growing diversity in the demographics of the community continues reflect this transformation. The City Park, an elemtary school and a future community center indicate that Lakeway harbors a population of families with children as well as retirees and people with vacation homes.

The centralized local government, consisting of a Mayor and City Counsel, is now housed in City Hall. A mix of paid employees together with elected and appointed volunteers operates this local government. The paid police departments keeps 24-hour watch on this peaceful and growing community.

Lakeway is populated with people who take pride in the beauty and peace of the community. Much of the service work done in Lakeway is thanks to the volunteers who donate their time to help paid officials tend to the city’s affairs.

Homes in Lakeway

7.38 Acres Waterfront

4+- Acre Estate

In and Around Lakeway

Located just 15 miles southwest of Austin, Lakeway boasts a variety of activites in a beautiful setting. Including, three golf courses, the Lakeway Airpark, the famous Lakeway Inn, the renowned World of Tennis, excellent shopping, three greenbelt areas that provide natural scenic walkways, and the Lakeway Marina. This lovely community provides loads of fun for all ages.

Lakeway Facts

The population of Lakeway is approximately 4,044 (1990).

The approximate number of families is 2,259 (1990).

The amount of land area in Lakeway is 9.525 sq. kilometers.

The amount of surface water is 0.486 sq kilometers.

The distance from Lakeway to Washington DC is 1357 miles.

The distance to the Texas state capital is 14 miles. (as the crow flies)

Lakeway is positioned 30.36 degrees north of the equator and 97.97
degrees west of the prime meridian.

Helpful Numbers

• Water/Sanitation - (512) 266-1111
• Electric - (888) 554-4732
• Phone - (800) 464-7928
• Gas - (800) 460-3030
• Cable - (800)418-8848 or (512) 485-5555