Cortaro is a boutique Hill Country community 31 lots off Ranch Road 12. Built by Ashton Woods Homes, Cortaro homes are generally more modern leaning while keeping the outsides looking more traditional. Lots hover around 3/4 of an acre and the builder takes care to orient the houses to ensure the maximum amount of privacy possible. Inside you’ll find high end appliances, stone or granite counters, open floor plans, and color schemes based more around grays and whites versus browns and beiges. With only one builder in the neighborhood, you will see some similarities in the houses. There are 7 floor plans (1 and 2 story) to choose from and they range from 2,967-4,183 sq ft with 3-5 bedrooms, 3-5 bathrooms and 2-3 car garages. If you’re looking for new construction in Dripping Springs, but don’t want to sacrifice lot size, Cortaro is a great place to start your search. Scroll Down to Read Our Cortaro Neighborhood Guide.
Cortaro Homes for Sale
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Cortaro is located off RR 12 in Dripping Springs. To get to Cortaro, take 290 to RR 12 and head north. Make a left on Cortaro Drive. Cortaro is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Dripping Springs neighborhoods in our Dripping Springs Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Cortaro neighborhood guide.
Cortaro Property Tax Rate
The tax rate in Dripping Springs’ Cortaro neighborhood is 1.862% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.7435% as of the 2024 tax year. It was 1.6818% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.8834% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.15% as of the 2021 tax year. Cortaro has one of the least expensive tax rates in Dripping Springs for newer construction.
No MUD or PID appears on the 2026 tax bills of the Cortaro homes we checked.
Cortaro HOA Dues
| Cortaro Property Owners Association of Hays County, Inc. | $60 / monthly |
Dues shown as reported and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. HOA fees, special assessments, and terms can change at any time. Buyers should confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Cortaro Schools
Homes in Dripping Springs’ Cortaro neighborhood are zoned to the Dripping Springs ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Dripping Springs Elementary - 9/10
- Dripping Springs Middle - 8/10
- Dripping Springs High - 7/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of October 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
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Cortaro Sold Data – What Cortaro Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Cortaro and for how much? Understanding actual closed sales — not just list prices — is the clearest way to gauge what’s happening in the local market right now.
For a deeper look at pricing trends across the area, check out our Cortaro Sold Data Report.
Cortaro Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
Based on a limited number of sales — figures may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 4–5 beds, 4 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $1,006,441 |
| Price Range | $825,000 – $1,187,882 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $270 |
| Median Home Size | 3,858 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 50 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending September 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Cortaro Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Cortaro have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
Years with 5 or fewer sales may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | $974,709 | — | $942,373–$1,045,784 | $252 | 3,843 sq ft | 4bd/4ba | 32 days | 100% |
| 2023 | 4 | $976,578 | ▲ 0.2% | $914,000–$1,135,000 | $232 | 4,304 sq ft | 4bd/4ba | 86 days | 97% |
| 2024 | 2 | $950,000 | ▼ 2.7% | $875,000–$1,025,000 | $233 | 4,109 sq ft | 4bd/4ba | 22 days | 95% |
| 2025 | 2 | $1,068,941 | ▲ 12.5% | $950,000–$1,187,882 | $318 | 3,355 sq ft | 4bd/4ba | 83 days | 96% |
| 2026 YTD | 1 | $825,000 | ▼ 22.8% | $825,000–$825,000 | $191 | 4,313 sq ft | 5bd/4ba | 28 days | 100% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Year-over-year change is calculated against the most recent prior year with recorded sales. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Cortaro Days on Market Trend
How fast are Cortaro homes selling? Here’s a five-year look at how long homes sat on the market before going under contract, from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Avg Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | 32 days | 31 days |
| 2023 | 4 | 86 days | 96 days |
| 2024 | 2 | 22 days | 22 days |
| 2025 | 2 | 83 days | 84 days |
| 2026 YTD | 1 | 28 days | 28 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
No. Cortaro does not have a community pool.
Dripping Springs Realtor Specializing in Cortaro Homes
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Dripping Springs Realtors specializing in Cortaro homes. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Cortaro, Rebecca and Raymond 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 Cortaro and Selling a Home in Dripping Springs.
