Dripping Springs and Driftwood master planned communities are a unique blend of Texas Hill Country and suburban living. Some of the neighborhoods even incorporate equestrian amenities into their master plan. Others feel very suburban when you’re in the neighborhood, but as soon as you leave, you know you’re not in just any other suburb. A third group has a blend in the neighborhood with a more natural setting, more open space, less lights and rolling hills, giving the entire neighborhood a Hill Country vibe. If any of this sounds appealing, you’ve come to the right place. Here we’ll give you a list of Dripping Springs and Driftwood master planned communities, show you where they are on a map, give you some basic price, size and school info and give you a link where you can read more about the neighborhood in our neighborhood guides.
Dripping Springs and Driftwood Master Planned Communities Mapped
Where can you find Dripping Springs and Driftwood master planned communities? Four of them are right off (or very close to) Highway 290, the main thoroughfare through Dripping Springs. La Ventana, Driftwood’s only master planned community, is off Elder Hill Road between 150 and RR 12. The map below shows you where each of them are. Click on the shaded areas for a link to its neighborhood guide to learn more.
Arrowhead Ranch
- Distance to Downtown Austin: 38 minutes, 26 miles
- Distance to Austin Airport (ABIA): 43 minutes, 30 miles
- School District: Dripping Springs ISD
- Elementary, Middle and High Schools: Walnut Springs Elementary (7/10), Dripping Springs Middle (7/10), Dripping Springs High (8/10)
- Amenities: Gated Entrance, Community Pool, Amenity Center, Nature Trails
- Year Built: 2016 – Today (2023)
- Price Range: Low $500k’s – Mid $900k’s
- Average Price: $691,146
- Median Price: $689,500
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/3
- Average SqFt: 2,797
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.206
The furthest west geographically, Arrowhead Ranch is also one of the more traditional master planned communities. The community will have a gated entrance as soon as construction completes and also has a community pool, amenity center and nature trails for residents to enjoy. The terrain is fairly flat, but the developer did a good job in maintaining as many mature trees as possible, giving it a more established feel. Being the furthest west, it can be a challenge for someone who has to travel into Austin frequently, but if you don’t mind a little more time in the car, Arrowhead Ranch is a great choice.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Arrowhead Ranch Neighborhood Guide.
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Big Sky Ranch
- Distance to Downtown Austin: 38 minutes, 24 miles
- Distance to Austin Airport (ABIA): 42 minutes, 28 miles
- School District: Dripping Springs ISD
- Elementary, Middle and High Schools: Dripping Springs Elementary (7/10), Dripping Springs Middle (7/10), Dripping Springs High (8/10)
- Amenities: Greenbelt, Walking Trails, Community Pool, Play Lawn, Playground, Tree Conservation Areas
- Year Built: 2020 – Today (2023)
- Price Range: Mid $300k’s – Mid $700k’s
- Average Price: $472,042
- Median Price: $447,730
- Average Beds/Baths: 3/3
- Average SqFt: 2,200
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
The most traditional, and also the most affordable, master planned community in Dripping Springs, Big Sky Ranch is ideal for someone who loves the are but wants to keep the budget as tight as possible. The community is built exclusively by Meritage Homes, who has a reputation for building a quality home without all of the extras that drive the price up. Still a very well appointed product, however. The first homes sold in 2020 and building continues today in 2023. The community is the closest to downtown Dripping Springs so will be the most convenient for shopping, dining and other activities.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Big Sky Ranch Neighborhood Guide.
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Caliterra
- Distance to Downtown Austin: 40 minutes, 30 miles
- Distance to Austin Airport (ABIA): 39 minutes, 29 miles
- School District: Dripping Springs ISD
- Elementary, Middle and High Schools: Walnut Springs Elementary (7/10), Dripping Springs Middle (7/10), Dripping Springs High (8/10)
- Amenities: Nature Centered Amenities with Walking Trails and Paths Throughout, Turkey Hollow (Unimproved Area with Trails), Picnic Areas, Fishing Piers, Camp Sites, Caliterra Commons, Welcome Lodge, Event Pavilion, Splash Pad, Coffee Bar
- Year Built: 2015 – Today (2023)
- Price Range: Mid $400k’s – $1.4MM
- Average Price: $787,831
- Median Price: $655,000
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/4
- Average SqFt: 3,231
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.278
Caliterra has the most Texas Hill Country feel when you are in the neighborhood. Onion Creek meanders through the neighborhood, giving it a more natural setting. Terrain is rolling, so you can’t see for miles. The developer also maintained several hundred acres of open space that will remain, giving residents more greenbelt lots, parks, trails and even camping sites to enjoy. On top of that, Caliterra also has some traditional master planned community amenities and even a welcome lodge with coffee shop for residents to gather. And, these amenities are not just there, but also well used by residents. You’ll often see kids playing in the parks and residents at the coffee shop catching up. One of the most unique Dripping Springs master planned communities, Caliterra is certainly worth the look.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Caliterra Neighborhood Guide.
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Headwaters
- Distance to Downtown Austin: 33 minutes, 22 miles
- Distance to Austin Airport (ABIA): 32 minutes, 26 miles
- School District: Dripping Springs ISD
- Elementary, Middle and High Schools: Dripping Springs Elementary (7/10), Dripping Springs Middle (7/10), Dripping Springs High (8/10)
- Amenities: Lifestyle Director, HW Central (Community gathering place), Covered Outdoor Pavilion with Fireplace, Resort Style Pool, Croquet Lawn, Ball Field, Picnic Area, Fitness Center, Coffee Shop, 8 Miles of Trails
- Year Built: 2016 – Today (2023)
- Price Range: Mid $500k’s – $1.2MM
- Average Price: $722,346
- Median Price: $725,000
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/4
- Average SqFt: 2,824
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 0.193
One of the first master planned communities in Dripping Springs, Headwaters brings a unique blend of the modern farmhouse style homes to the Hill Country. Headwaters is the furthest east, so if you’re looking to keep time in the car to a minimum, Headwaters is the first place you should start your search. Headwaters also employs a Lifestyle Director who plans activities with residents, so if you’re looking for the most interaction with your neighbors, this is where you’ll find it. Residents also enjoy access to a modern fitness center, which has been a hit among residents.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our Headwaters Neighborhood Guide.
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La Ventana
- Distance to Downtown Austin: 34 minutes, 27 miles
- Distance to Austin Airport (ABIA): 36 minutes, 30 miles
- School District: Dripping Springs ISD, Hays ISD and Wimberley ISD
- Elementary, Middle and High Schools: Walnut Springs Elementary (7/10), Dripping Springs Middle (7/10), Dripping Springs High (8/10) OR Carpenter Hill Elementary (10/10), Dahlstrom Middle (8/10), Johnson High (7/10) OR Jacobs Well Elementary (5/10), Danforth Middle (8/10), Wimberley High (7/10)
- Amenities: Community Clubhouse with Kitchen, Pool Table, Exercise Room, Spa, Big Screen TV, Pavilion with Fireplace and Picnic Area, Children’s Play Area, Putting Green, Driving Range, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Three Resort Style Swimming Pools, 125 Acres of Common Area
- Year Built: 2000 – Today (2023)
- Price Range: High $800k’s – $3MM
- Average Price: $1,448,400
- Median Price: $1,550,000
- Average Beds/Baths: 4/4
- Average SqFt: 3,808
- Average Lot Size (Acres): 2.198
La Ventana is the original master planned community in Driftwood and still the only. Located off Elder HIll Road between CR 150 and RR 12, La Ventana is gated and some parcels are equestrian friendly. It’s one of the only communities in the Austin area with amenities and equestrian lots. The neighborhood spans three school districts, which isn’t necessarily a testament to its size but more how it’s laid out. The school districts do bus, but if you’re zoned for the Hays CISD or Wimberley ISD, it can be quite a long bus ride for the kids. That being said, it has the most “Texas Hill Country” vibe, so if you’re looking to lean that way, La Ventana is a great place to start your search.
For more info and to search homes for sale, visit our La Ventana Neighborhood Guide.
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Median and average price is from ACTRIS sold data 9/16/22-9/15/23. School ratings are GreatSchools ratings as of January 2025.
Curious About Master Planned Communities in Other Austin Suburbs
We’ve put together lists of master planned communities for all areas of Austin and even the suburbs. Check out Master Planned Communities Around Austin for links to all of them. Only want the highlights? Check out the Best Maser Planned Communities in Austin.
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