Published: March 30, 2026 | Updated: May 27, 2026
Sold — Saratoga Hills — Austin, TX 78737 — Dripping Springs ISD
171 Ferdinand Ct, Austin, TX 78737
Sold | List Price: $1,690,000
MLS# 6951180
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5,253 Sq Ft on 2.49 Private Greenbelt Acres — Four-Car Garage, Pool & Outdoor Fireplace
Very few properties in Saratoga Hills — or anywhere in the Austin area at this price point — combine a four-car attached garage, a 2.49-acre lot with direct greenbelt backing, a pool and spa, and two levels of covered outdoor living. This 2018 Ashton Woods home on Ferdinand Court delivers all of that along with 5,253 square feet of interior space, a main-level primary suite, a flex room with closet and window that functions as a sixth bedroom if needed, a separate nanny/multi-generational suite on the main floor with private exterior entry, a dedicated bonus room and media room upstairs, and a butler pantry with wine fridge. The garage ceiling height clears a lifted truck. The lot has a flat area suitable for a sports court. The entire setup is backed by a keypad-gated entrance and Dripping Springs ISD schools.
- Four-car attached garage with high ceilings — accommodates a lifted truck — split 2+2, each bay with its own direct interior door into the house
- 2.49 acres backing to undisturbed greenbelt with no rear neighbors and mature Hill Country canopy
- Freeform pool and spa with natural stone waterfall feature and iron perimeter fence
- Two-level outdoor living: extended covered rear patio with stone outdoor fireplace + tiled second-floor balcony with greenbelt views
- Main-level primary suite with tray ceiling, spa bath (dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower), and room-sized walk-in closet
- Flex room on main level with closet and window — functions as a sixth bedroom if needed
- Separate nanny or multi-generational suite on main level with private full bath and private exterior entry
- Dedicated bonus room (with pool table area) and separate media room on the second floor
- Butler pantry with wine fridge + large walk-in pantry
- Upgraded windows — larger than the standard floor plan — filling the home with natural light; tiled upstairs balcony (not standard in this community)
- Flat rear yard area with sports court potential; seasonal dry creek adds natural Hill Country character
- Keypad gate; HOA only $1,008/year
- Zoned to Sycamore Springs Elem (8/10), Sycamore Springs Middle (8/10), and Dripping Springs High School (7/10) — Dripping Springs ISD
Saratoga Hills is a gated community of 155 estate homesites on the Austin-Dripping Springs border. Every lot is 1.5 acres or larger, and the community is known for its Hill Country privacy, preserved open space, and walkable trail system. This lot, at 2.49 acres, ranks among the larger in the neighborhood, and its greenbelt position means the home is screened on the rear and sides with no direct sightlines from neighboring homes.
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Property Specifications
Layout
The Prague floor plan by Ashton Woods was modified at this home to enlarge several bedrooms and extend the covered rear patio beyond the builder standard. Total living area is 5,253 square feet across two levels, with additional covered porch area (438 sq ft extended rear patio + 96 sq ft front covered porch). All four garage bays connect directly into the house through their own interior doors — the side-entry bays open individually, one into the laundry room and the other into a hallway leading to the kitchen.
Main Level Rooms and Features
- Foyer with two-story ceiling height, iron staircase railing, and iron-and-glass double entry doors with Texas star detail; leads into a hall that opens to the two-story family room
- Two-story family room with floor-to-ceiling natural limestone stone fireplace, built-in shelving and bookcases, hardwood floors, and antler-style chandelier
- Kitchen and dining area with standard ceiling height, maintaining an intimate scale distinct from the open two-story family room
- Primary suite (Bedroom 1) with tray ceiling, ceiling fan, windows overlooking greenbelt, and private access to rear patio
- Primary bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower with tile surround and mosaic accent band, tray ceiling with chandelier, and private commode
- Room-sized primary walk-in closet with built-in shelving on all walls
- Flex room on main level with closet and window — serves as a dedicated study or optional sixth bedroom
- Bedroom 6 with full private bath and private exterior entry — ideal for nanny, au pair, or multi-generational living with complete independence from the main living areas
- Dining room
- Hardwood floors throughout entire main level
- Utility/laundry room with direct access from side-entry garage
- Covered front porch (96 sq ft)
Upper Level Rooms and Features
- Open bonus room with vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, and French doors opening to tiled second-floor balcony with greenbelt views — currently set up with pool table
- Tiled upper balcony with iron railings — an upgrade that is not standard in this community
- Dedicated media room adjacent to bonus room
- Bedroom 3 with walk-in closet and private ensuite bath
- Bedroom 4 with walk-in closet and private ensuite bath
- Bedroom 5 with walk-in closet and greenbelt views through upgraded large windows; full bath is accessible from both Bedroom 5 and the bonus/media room area — ideal as a guest room
- Linen storage; large attic above garage provides substantial additional storage capacity
Kitchen and Appliances
- White custom cabinetry extending to ceiling height with upgraded hardware
- Granite/quartz countertops with large center island accommodating bar seating on two sides
- Subway tile backsplash throughout kitchen perimeter
- Gas cooktop with custom vent hood exhausting directly to the exterior (not recirculating)
- Double wall ovens
- Stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher
- Butler pantry connecting kitchen to dining room — additional cabinetry, countertop workspace, and wine refrigerator
- Large walk-in pantry with shelving
- Breakfast area open to kitchen with windows overlooking rear yard and pool
- Pendant lighting over island; recessed lighting throughout
Outdoor Living
- Extended covered rear patio (438 sq ft) with stone outdoor fireplace, ceiling fan, and comfortable seating area — added as a custom extension beyond the builder standard
- Freeform pool and spa with natural stone waterfall feature, stamped concrete decking, lounge area, and iron perimeter fence
- Tiled second-floor balcony with iron railings overlooking pool and greenbelt
- Multi-level rear yard with flat area suitable for sports court installation (verify HOA approval)
- Seasonal dry creek running through rear portion of lot — typically dry in summer, light flow in wet winter months
- Mature oak and cedar tree canopy providing natural shade and privacy screening from neighboring properties
- Iron fence enclosing pool area; property perimeter partially fenced
- Covered front porch with stone-clad columns
The pool shell was constructed by Prestige Gunite of South Texas, a company with 25 years in the industry that has reported zero cases of Alkali-Silica Reaction (ASR) across all pool shells they have built. As ASR — sometimes called concrete cancer — has become an increasing concern in the swimming pool industry, Prestige Gunite partnered with Wiss Janey Elstner Associates, Inc., a structural engineering firm, to develop an ASR-resistant gunite mix design that meets ASTM C1567 standards. Documentation is available upon request.
Garage and Systems
- Four-car attached garage: two-car front-facing bay (left) plus separate side-entry two-car bay (right); each bay has its own direct interior door into the house — one opens to the laundry room, one to a hallway that connects to the kitchen
- Garage ceiling height accommodates a lifted truck — an uncommon specification for residential construction
- Large attic above garage bays provides substantial storage capacity
- Foundation: slab on grade
- Roof: composition (hip profile)
- Exterior: natural limestone stone and stucco
- Upgraded windows — larger than the standard floor plan specification — bringing in significantly more natural light throughout the home
- Air conditioning: central HVAC plus supplemental unit
- Natural gas service (Texas Gas Service) — notable for acreage properties in this area
- Sprinkler/irrigation system serving landscaped areas
Community and HOA
- Saratoga Hills — gated community with keypad-controlled entry
- HOA dues: $1,008 per year (due January 15th), managed by Your HOA property management
- HOA maintains several acres of preserved open space and a walking trail for residents
- 155 total homesites, each 1.5 acres or larger
- Built by Ashton Woods, Vintage Estate Homes, and Ryland (CalAtlantic)
- Natural gas service through Texas Gas Service
- Located in Dripping Springs ETJ, zip code 78737 — commonly marketed as Southwest Austin
- Property tax rate: 1.6353% (2025) — one of the lower rates in the greater Austin area
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About 171 Ferdinand Ct
Pull through Saratoga Hills’ keypad gate and turn down Ferdinand Court, and 171 Ferdinand Ct greets you with a limestone and stucco facade anchored by iron-and-glass double entry doors with a hand-forged Texas star. The sweeping cul-de-sac approach and 2.49 acres of surrounding tree canopy tell the story before you step inside: this is a property built on privacy. The rear of the lot backs to undisturbed greenbelt, the mature oaks and cedars screen sightlines on both sides, and the neighbors simply cannot see this home from their yards. It is the kind of setting that takes years to find on the Austin-Dripping Springs border.
Through the two-story foyer, a hallway leads into the family room, which opens up to full two-story height with a floor-to-ceiling natural limestone fireplace, built-in shelving, and hardwood floors that run throughout the entire main level. The kitchen and dining areas have standard ceiling heights, keeping a comfortable and intimate scale distinct from the soaring family room. The kitchen is a serious workspace: white custom cabinetry to the ceiling, granite countertops, a center island with seating, a gas cooktop with an exterior-vented custom hood, double wall ovens, a large walk-in pantry, and a full butler pantry with a wine fridge. The breakfast area wraps in windows looking out to the pool. On the main level, the primary suite offers a tray ceiling, greenbelt views, spa-style bath with dual vanities and soaking tub, and a room-sized walk-in closet. A flex room with a closet and window serves as a dedicated office or can function as a sixth bedroom. Bedroom 6 sits on the opposite side of the main floor with its own private bath and a private exterior entry — a fully independent setup suited for a nanny, au pair, or multi-generational living arrangement.
Upstairs, the second floor offers a bonus room currently set up with a pool table, French doors that open to the tiled second-floor balcony overlooking the greenbelt, and a separate dedicated media room. Three bedroom suites complete the upper level: Bedrooms 3 and 4 each have a private ensuite bath and walk-in closet; Bedroom 5 has a walk-in closet, greenbelt views through large upgraded windows, and access to a full bath that is also shared with the bonus and media room area — a practical arrangement for guests. That tiled upstairs balcony is a meaningful upgrade; most homes in Saratoga Hills did not receive it. Below, the extended covered rear patio centers around a stone outdoor fireplace, and a few steps down, the freeform pool and spa sit framed by a natural stone waterfall feature and iron perimeter fence. The rear yard is expansive enough to add a sport court, and a seasonal dry creek through the far portion of the lot adds natural Hill Country character.
The four-car attached garage deserves its own mention. It is split 2+2 with direct interior access, ceiling height that clears a lifted truck, and a large attic above both bays for storage. Each bay has its own interior door: one opens directly into the laundry room, the other into a hall that connects to the kitchen. That configuration is uncommon at this price range and genuinely difficult to find in the Austin area. Saratoga Hills’ keypad gate, walking trails, and preserved open space round out a neighborhood that offers privacy and acreage living within approximately 25 miles of downtown Austin.
171 Ferdinand Ct — Floor Plans
This home is built on the Prague floor plan by Ashton Woods. Please verify dimensions.
First Floor
Second Floor
Schools Serving 171 Ferdinand Ct
171 Ferdinand Ct is zoned to Dripping Springs Independent School District, consistently ranked among the top school districts in Texas.
Elementary
Sycamore Springs Elementary
Dripping Springs ISD
Middle School
Sycamore Springs Middle School
Dripping Springs ISD
High School
Dripping Springs High School
Dripping Springs ISD
About Saratoga Hills
Community Overview
Saratoga Hills is a gated estate community of 155 homesites located at the Austin-Dripping Springs border, commonly marketed as Southwest Austin due to its proximity to the city. Every homesite in the community is 1.5 acres or larger, and the overall character of the neighborhood reflects that scale: homes sit well back from the road, tree canopy is preserved between lots, and the community feels quiet and spacious rather than dense. The community has a keypad-controlled entry gate. The HOA maintains several acres of preserved open space and a walking trail network for resident use.
Location and Proximity
Saratoga Hills sits in the 78737 zip code in Hays County, approximately 25 miles from downtown Austin via TX-290 W and MoPac Expressway. The Bee Cave/Lakeway retail corridor along TX-71 is accessible in roughly 15-20 minutes. Dripping Springs proper, with its growing restaurant and brewery scene, is approximately 15 minutes to the west. The H-E-B at Bear Creek Road in Austin and the Dripping Springs H-E-B on US-290 both serve the area. Natural gas service through Texas Gas Service is available at this property — notable for a community at this acreage level, where propane is common.
Market Context
The community’s low annual HOA of $1,008 makes it an attractive value relative to other gated acreage communities in the Austin area. The 2025 property tax rate is 1.6353% — notably low compared to many Austin-area jurisdictions. Buyers should consult with a tax professional and verify the current assessed value with the Hays County Appraisal District.
Builders and Architecture
Homes in Saratoga Hills were built by Ashton Woods, Vintage Estate Homes, and Ryland Homes (later CalAtlantic). 171 Ferdinand Ct was built by Ashton Woods in 2018 on the Prague floor plan, with buyer-selected modifications including enlarged bedrooms, an extended covered rear patio, and upgraded windows. The exterior combines natural limestone stone with stucco, a combination that weathers well and is representative of the higher-specification finishes seen throughout the community.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 171 Ferdinand Ct
What was the list price for 171 Ferdinand Ct?
171 Ferdinand Ct was listed at $1,690,000 (MLS #6951180) and has been sold. Texas is a non-disclosure state — the sales price is not publicly available. Contact Rebecca Jacks at (512) 529-2858 or info@11OaksRealty.com for information on similar properties in Saratoga Hills.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 171 Ferdinand Ct have?
The home has 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The primary suite, a flex room with closet and window (optional sixth bedroom), and Bedroom 6 with private exterior entry are all on the main level. Upstairs, Bedrooms 3 and 4 each have a private ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Bedroom 5 has a walk-in closet and greenbelt views; its full bath is also accessible from the bonus and media room area, making it well suited as a guest room.
How large is the lot at 171 Ferdinand Ct?
The lot is 2.486 acres (108,290 square feet). It backs directly to undisturbed greenbelt with no rear neighbors. Mature oak and cedar canopy provides screening on multiple sides, making this one of the more private settings in Saratoga Hills. A seasonal dry creek runs through the rear portion of the lot.
What schools serve 171 Ferdinand Ct?
The home is zoned to Dripping Springs Independent School District. Assigned schools are Sycamore Springs Elementary (8/10 GreatSchools), Sycamore Springs Middle School (8/10 GreatSchools), and Dripping Springs High School (7/10 GreatSchools). Please verify current attendance boundaries directly with Dripping Springs ISD before making any decisions based on school assignments, as boundaries are subject to change.
Is Saratoga Hills a gated community?
Yes. Saratoga Hills is a gated community with keypad-controlled entry. The annual HOA fee is $1,008 (due January 15th), managed by Your HOA property management. HOA dues cover maintenance of preserved open space, walking trails, and common areas throughout the neighborhood.
Does 171 Ferdinand Ct have a pool?
Yes. The property features a freeform pool and spa with a natural stone waterfall feature, a stamped concrete deck, and a lounge area with chaise seating. An iron perimeter fence encloses the pool area. The pool is visible from both the main-level covered patio and the second-floor tiled balcony.
What makes the garage at 171 Ferdinand Ct unusual?
The four-car attached garage is a genuine rarity at this price point in the Austin area. It is split into a front-facing two-car bay and a side-entry two-car bay. Each bay connects directly into the house through its own interior door — one leads into the laundry room and the other opens to a hallway that connects to the kitchen. The ceiling height accommodates a lifted truck, which is not the case in most production-built homes. Additional storage is available in the large attic space above the garage bays.
Is there room for a sports court at 171 Ferdinand Ct?
Yes. The rear yard includes a flat, open area that has the dimensions and grade needed for a standard sport court installation (pickleball, basketball, or similar). Buyers interested in this use should consult with a contractor for a site assessment and verify HOA approval requirements before proceeding.
What is the flood zone status of this property?
The subject property’s flood zone is designated Zone X, which FEMA defines as a minimal flood hazard area. However, records as of January 2025 indicate the property is within 250 feet of multiple flood zones (AE, X500, and X). Buyers should obtain an elevation certificate and consult with their lender and homeowner’s insurance provider to understand any coverage implications prior to closing.
Has the pool at 171 Ferdinand Ct been tested for ASR (Alkali-Silica Reaction)?
Yes. The pool shell was built by Prestige Gunite of South Texas, a company with 25 years of experience that has reported zero cases of ASR across all pool shells they have constructed. ASR — sometimes referred to as concrete cancer — has become a growing concern in the swimming pool industry, but Prestige Gunite proactively partnered with Wiss Janey Elstner Associates, Inc., a structural engineering firm, to develop an ASR-resistant gunite mix that meets ASTM C1567 standards. Documentation is available upon request — contact Rebecca Jacks at (512) 529-2858 or info@11OaksRealty.com.
Is 171 Ferdinand Ct still available?
171 Ferdinand Ct has been sold. If you are looking for a similar property in Saratoga Hills or the Southwest Austin area, contact Rebecca Jacks at (512) 529-2858 or info@11OaksRealty.com.
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