Dripping Springs is often called the gateway to the Texas Hill Country. With beautiful rolling hills, large lots, peaceful surroundings and the highly rated Dripping Springs School District, many Austinites looking for space and small town living have started to migrate out this way. Recently, the city of Dripping Springs as made a big push to grow, bringing in businesses, restaurants and shopping to its city limits. With all the new businesses moving in, the people have and will likely continue to follow. Scroll Down to Read our Dripping Springs Neighborhood Guide.
Dripping Springs Homes for Sale
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Dripping Springs Neighborhoods Map
Dripping Springs is located 24 miles southwest (or 30 minutes driving) from Downtown Austin in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Dripping Springs is marked with a pushpin on the map below. Dripping Springs neighborhoods are shaded. To find out which neighborhoods are which, click on the shaded area for an explanation and a link.
Dripping Springs Homes
The majority of the homes in Dripping Springs were built in the 1990s, 2000s and today, though you can find a few older homes built around the 1960s and 1970s. As Dripping Springs has taken off in the past few years, we’re seeing more and more homes. Homes that sold in 2010 ranged from 1-5 bedrooms, 1-5 bathrooms, 700 – 4,690 sq ft and ranged in price from $115,000 – $785,085. Lot sizes ranged from ¼ acre to 30 acres with the majority of homes built on 1-2 acres. As you’re in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, many of the homes have beautiful Hill Country views.
Average Dripping Springs Home
Though you’ll fin quite a range, the average home in Dripping Springs has the following profile:
- 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 2,468 sq ft
Dripping Springs Neighborhoods
Dripping Springs is made up of several neighborhoods, which we’ve helped you define and explore. In the table below, we’ve given you a list of Dripping Springs neighborhoods with a profile of the “average” home next to each button. Use the links to explore our Dripping Springs’ neighborhood guides and find Dripping Springs homes for sale. The profile listed next to the picture is the average home in each neighborhood as of August 2017.
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Arrowhead Ranch – 3-5 beds, 2-7 baths, 2,300-8,000 sqft, High $300,000s – $1.7MM |  |
Barton Creek Ranch – 3-5 beds, 2-4 baths, 2,000-3,800 sqft, Low $400,000s – High $500,000s |  |
Belterra – 2-6 beds, 2-6 baths, 1,800-4,800 sqft, High $200,000s – Mid $800,000s |
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Butler Ranch Estates – 3-4 beds, 2-3.5 baths, 2,400-3,500 sqft, Mid $400,000s – Low $600,000s |  |
Caliterra – 3-5 beds, 2-6 baths, 2,000-5,100 sqft, Mid $300,000s – $1.5MM |  |
Cedar Springs Ranch – 3-4 beds, 2 baths, 2,000-2,500 sqft, High $300,000s – Low $400,000s |
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Deer Creek Ranch – 1-4 beds, 1-3 baths, 1,000-2,500 sqft, High $100,000s – Mid $300,000s |  |
Deerfield Estates – 3-5 beds, 3-7 baths, 3,000-4,500 sqft, Mid $500,000s – $1mil |  |
Dos Lagos – 4-5 beds, 3 baths, 3,000-4,600 sqft, Low $600,000s – Low $700,000s |
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Dripping Springs Ranch – 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,700 sqft, Mid $400,000s |  |
Founders Ridge – 3-4 beds, 2-4 baths, 1,900-3,800 sqft, Mid $300,000s – High $400,000s |  |
Grand Prairie – 3 beds, 1-2 baths, 1,100 – 1,600 sqft, Low – High $200,000s |
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Harrison Hills – 4-5 beds, 2-4.5 baths, 2,500-3,800 sqft, Mid $400,000s – Mid $600,000s | |
Hidden Springs Ranch – 3-5 beds, 2-4 baths, 2,300-4,300 sqft, Low $400,000s – Low $700,000s |  |
Highland Creek Lakes – 3-4 beds, 2-3 baths, 1,200-2,500 sqft, Mid $200,000s- High $300,000s |
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Highpointe – 3-6 beds, 2-6 baths, 1,800-8,500 sq ft, Mid $300,000s – Mid $700,000s |  |
Ledge Stone – 3-6 beds, 2-5 baths, 1,700-4,000 sqft, Low $300,000s – High $400,000s |  |
Longview – 3-6 beds, 2-4 baths, 1,800-3,400sqft, Mid $400,000s – Mid $500,000s |
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Lost Valley – 1-4 beds, 1-3 baths, 1,000-2,500 sqft, Mid $400,000s – High $500,000s |  |
Meadow Creek Ranch – 3-4 beds, 2-4 baths, 2,000-3,500 sqft, Low $400,000s – Low $500,000s |  |
Meadow Oaks – 3-4 beds, 2-4 baths, 1,800-3,500 sqft, Low $300,000s – High $400,000s |
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Montebella – 3-4 beds, 2-4 baths, 1,800-3,200 sqft, Low-High $300,000s |  |
Mountain Creek Lakes – 2-4 beds, 2-3 baths, 800-2,400 sqft, High $100,000s – High $300,000s |  |
Oak Springs – 3-4 beds, 2-3 baths, 1,600-4,100 sqft, High $300,000s – High $400,000s |
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Preserve – 4-6 beds, 3-5 baths, 3,000-6,000 sqft, Mid $600,000s – $1.35MM |  |
Reunion Ranch – 3-6 beds, 2-5 baths, 2,300-4,600 sqft, Mid $400,000s – High $700,000s |  |
Saddletree Ranch – 3-5 beds, 2-5 baths, 2,100-4,200 sqft, Low $400,000s – Mid $700,000s |
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Saratoga Hills – 3-5 beds, 3-5.5 baths, 2,800-5,300 sqft, High $500,000s – Mid $800,000s |  |
Sawyer Ranch – 3-5 beds, 2-5 baths, 2,200-4,800 sqft, Low $400,000s – High $600,000s |  |
Shady Valley – 3-4 beds, 2-3 baths, 1,800-2,700sqft, High $300,000s – High $400,000s |
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Springlake – 2-4 beds, 1-4 baths, 1,100-2,800sqft, Low $200,000s – Mid $500,000s |  |
Sunset Canyon – 2-5 beds, 2-6 baths, 1,700-5,500 sqft, Mid $300,000s – Mid $800,000s |  |
Triple Creek Ranch – 3-5 beds, 3-7 baths, 2,700-5,000 sqft, Mid $600,000s – $2.5MM |
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Twin Lake Hills – 2-4 beds, 2-4 baths, 1,000-4,500 sqft, Mid $200,000s – Mid $500,000s |  |
Valley Lake Hills – 3-4 beds, 2-3 baths, 1,000-2,000 sqft, Low $200,000s – Mid $300,000s |  |
Valley Oak – Mid $200,000’s |
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Vista Grande – 2-4 beds, 2-3 baths, 1,600-4,500 sqft, High $300,000s – Mid $500,000s |  |
Vistancia – 3-5 beds, 2-5.5 baths, 2,500-4,800 sqft, Mid $500,000s – $1.1MM |  |
West Cave Estates – 3-7 beds, 2-5 baths, 1,600-4,400 sqft, High $200,000s – Mid $700,000s |
Dripping Springs Schools
Children who live in Dripping Springs neighborhood are served by the Exemplary Dripping Springs ISD or the Exemplary Lake Travis ISD and will likely attend the following schools:
Dripping Springs Elementary Schools
- Dripping Springs Elementary School – 9/10
- Walnut Springs Elementary School – 8/10
- Rooster Springs Elementary School – 9/10
Dripping Springs Middle and High Schools
- Dripping Springs Middle School – 9/10
- Dripping Springs High School – 8/10
Lake Travis ISD Schools
- Bee Cave Elementary – 9/10
- Lake Travis Middle School – 10/10
- Lake Travis High School – 8/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of June 2016. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
Dripping Springs Photos
Golf Near Dripping Springs
The nearest 18 hole golf courses to Dripping Springs are Grey Rock Golf Course off Highway 45 and Falconhead in Bee Cave. Both are public courses with pay as you play or membership options. If you’re just looking to hit some balls, try Home on the Range in Dripping Springs off Highway 290.
Things to Do Near Dripping Springs
Like to swim? Why not try Hamilton Pool? Located just 10 miles from Dripping Springs, you’ll find many residents at this natural deep water pool. Open from 9am-6pm daily, you can enjoy picnicking, hiking and swimming. Looking for swimming a bit closer to home? Head to Founders Park where you’ll find the Dripping Springs community pool, baseball, softball and soccer fields and a playground. For an entire day of fun and activities, try Milton Reimers Ranch Park where you can enjoy world class rock climbing, 18 miles of mountain biking trails with beautiful Texas Hill Country views or white bass fishing in the Pedernales River.
Places to Eat Near Dripping Springs
For the most dining options, head to the center of town (at the RR 12 and 290 intersection). If you’re in the mood for a cafe with tons of choices, try The Creek Road Cafe. Not your run of the mill cafe, this restaurant has some excellent pairings with fresh ingredients. Rolling in Thyme and Dough is a popular choice when you’re in the mood for soups and sandwiches. For pizza, try Grand Slam Pizza. In the mood for Asian? Try Koi Lantern. Just need some good old fashioned home cooking? Try Cafe 131.
Shopping Near Dripping Springs
Dripping Springs has an H-E-B and a Home Depot at the town’s center. There’s also a Sears just west on 290. For Walmart head to Sunset Valley or Buda. For Costco, head to South Austin at MoPac and William Cannon.
Where to Work Out – Gyms Near Dripping Springs
In Dripping Springs you’ll find a few gyms – all are located around the RR 12 and 290 intersection at the center of town. The Curves is a popular choice for someone looking for an all women’s gym. There’s also a YMCA and the Dripping Springs Fitness Center which are two other popular choices. For someone looking for a 24 hour gym, try Anytime Fitness.
Dripping Springs Sold Data – What Dripping Springs Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Dripping Springs and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Dripping Springs? How many homes are currently for sale in Dripping Springs? What’s the median sold price in Dripping Springs? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Dripping Springs? How’s the Dripping Springs market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Dripping Springs Sold Data Report.
Realtors Specializing in Dripping Springs Homes
Rebecca Williamson and Cassandra Stoklosa are Realtors specializing in Dripping Springs homes. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Dripping Springs, Rebecca and Cassandra know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Dripping Springs and Selling a Home in Dripping Springs.