Moving to Westlake, Texas
Westlake is a small town in northeast Tarrant County, with part of it reaching into southeast Denton County, tucked between Southlake, Keller, Trophy Club, and Roanoke. Local ranchers and homeowners, including Dallas attorney J. Glenn Turner of the Circle T Ranch, incorporated the town in December 1956 and chose the name Westlake because Southlake was already taken. Today most of Westlake is master-planned, gated neighborhoods with custom homes on large lots, along with the Catalonia-inspired Entrada development and the Solana office and hotel district along Highway 114. Grocery shopping and most dining are a short drive away in Southlake, Keller, Trophy Club, and Roanoke.
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Where Is Westlake Located?
Westlake sits mostly in Tarrant County, with a small portion in Denton County, in the northeast corner of the Fort Worth side of the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. It’s about 30 miles from downtown Dallas, roughly a 35 minute drive. Downtown Fort Worth is about 23 miles, around a 25 minute drive, and DFW International Airport is about 13 miles, around a 15 minute drive.
Homes for Sale in Westlake
How Many People Live in Westlake?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Westlake has approximately 1,670 residents. It’s a small pocket in the middle of a large metroplex.
What Is There To Do in Westlake?
Westlake has a quiet, small-town feel, with tree-lined trails, preserved open space, and a growing town center around Entrada. Here are a few highlights.
Trails: Town Trails
Westlake has more than 15 miles of connected trails, most about 8 feet wide, with five trailheads and five shelter areas. The trails wind past ponds, fountains, and historical markers and link neighborhoods like Granada, Glenwyck Farms, and Entrada. It’s an easy way to get outside without leaving town.
Old World Architecture: Westlake Entrada
Entrada is an 85-acre mixed-use development designed to look like a village in the Catalonia region of Spain. It includes canals and fountains, along with villas, townhomes, and a restaurant row. It’s still filling in, but should ultimately be a unique walkable area.
Coffee: Sip | Stir Coffee House
Sip Stir is an independent coffee house in the Solana area, owned and run by a husband and wife team. Along with handcrafted coffee, they serve fresh baked pastries and house-made vegetarian bites. It’s an easy spot to meet a friend or settle in with a laptop.
Dinner and Drinks: Solana
Inside town, the Solana area off Highway 114 has a few restaurants, including House of Toro Chophouse at the Marriott Dallas/Fort Worth Westlake. For more choices, Southlake Town Square is just a few minutes east with dozens of restaurants and patios.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Westlake
Is Westlake a good place to live?
Westlake earns an A+ overall grade from Niche.com, along with an A+ for public schools.
What school district is Westlake in?
Westlake is served by three public school districts: Carroll ISD, Keller ISD, and Northwest ISD. The town also owns and operates Westlake Academy, a K-12 open-enrollment charter school with an International Baccalaureate program, and Westlake residents are eligible to enroll as primary boundary students.
How are the schools rated in Westlake?
Carroll ISD earns an A+ overall grade from Niche.com, Keller ISD earns an A, and Northwest ISD earns an A minus.
Does Westlake have any special taxing districts?
Some areas of Westlake may fall under special taxing districts like a Public Improvement District (PID) or a Municipal Utility District (MUD).
Is Westlake part of the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex?
Yes. Westlake sits in the DFW metroplex in Tarrant and Denton Counties, with quick access to State Highway 114 and State Highway 170 for trips to Dallas, Fort Worth, and DFW Airport.
What’s the weather like in Westlake, TX?
Westlake has hot summers, mild winters, and all four seasons, typical of North Texas. Summer highs often reach the mid-90s, while winter temperatures usually stay in the 40s and 50s.